Summary
First Abu Dhabi Bank is hiring an AVP & Lead for Documentation Support in Abu Dhabi. The role leads a team and oversees the review, approval, registration, release, scanning, and safekeeping of credit and security documents, including mortgage documents in Arabic. Responsibilities also include UAE Central Bank reporting and reconciliations, related fee approvals, and support for operational documentation and projects. Applicants need a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, 8–10 years of Corporate Banking experience including at least 8 years in Corporate CAD, and knowledge of banking systems, UAE regulations, and English.
The posting
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JOB SUMMARY / INTRODUCTION
The role is responsible for checking and vetting of documentation relating to credit facilities and accurate detailing before lodging the same into the Bank’s system. Further, he/she is responsible for ensuring the enforceability/authenticity of the security documents executed by the customers.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Managing a team of Documentation Support Managers, Specialists, and Filing Clerks.
- Approving the registration and release of mortgages over properties, vehicles, machinery, equipment, and pledges of shares in Arabic.
- Reviewing the preparation of all types of mortgage agreements and amendments across all Corporate Banking segments in Arabic.
- Reviewing and approving official correspondence in Arabic addressed to the Presidential Affairs Court, Crown Prince Court, UAE Courts, UAE Central Bank, Abu Dhabi/Al Ain Municipality, Dubai and Northern Emirates Land Departments, RTA, Abu Dhabi Traffic Department, ADX, DFM, EIRC, ADGM, DIFC, UAE Free Zones, and the Abu Dhabi and Dubai Chambers of Commerce.
- Approving payments related to pledge and mortgage registration and de-registration fees with ADX, DFM, the relevant Municipalities, Land Departments, RTA, and the Abu Dhabi Traffic Department.
- Overseeing UAE Central Bank reporting and reconciliations.
- Managing the scanning and safekeeping of original security documents across all Corporate Banking segments, including Global Markets, Syndications, and International.
- Participating in projects assigned by the Head of the Documentation Unit.
- Providing timely support and assistance in the preparation of RSCA, SOPs, BIA, and BCP documentation.
- REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting / finance.
- 8-10 years’ experience in Corporate Banking with at least 8 years’ experience in the Corporate CAD function.
- Knowledge and use of banking software systems, basic PC skills and common MS applications like Excel and Word.
- Good knowledge of English language (both written and spoken).
- Good knowledge of Bank's financial system.
- Very good knowledge of Banking Products / Corporate Credit Administration functions.
- Good knowledge of U.A.E. legal environment & Central Bank regulations.
- Team worker, ability to work under pressure, fast learner, attention to details.