Summary
QNB is seeking a Manager for its Group Internal Audit function in Doha, Qatar, for a Qatarization-designated role. The role supports risk-based audits of investment banking, treasury, risk and support functions, including audit planning, testing, reporting and issue follow-up. It also supports the use of data analytics and continuous auditing to strengthen risk monitoring and assurance. Applicants should have at least 6 years of progressive experience in internal audit, compliance or a related field; a CIA certification is preferred.
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Job Purpose Summary:
The incumbent will support audits covering the Investment Banking and Support Functions Audit as a member of the Group Internal Audit function. The role provides independent assurance and advisory services on the effectiveness of controls across the Domestic divisions, focusing on investment banking, treasury, risk and support functions audits. It also supports the strategic implementation and integration of advanced data analytics tools and continuous auditing techniques across the audit function to enhance efficiency and real-time risk monitoring. This role requires full compliance with the GIAD Group Audit Manual, Global Internal Audit standards and all relevant local regulations. As a member of the Group Internal Audit function, this role ensures business risks are effectively integrated into the overall audit strategy and contributes to strengthening the organization's resilience against existing and emerging risks.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities by Dimensions:
A. Shareholder & Financial:
- Contribute to the development and execution of the risk-based annual plan for the Domestic Investment Banking and Support Functions that aligns with the Group Internal Audit strategy and aims to protect the organization from financial penalties, reputational damage, and operational losses arising from non-compliance or ineffective controls.
- Assist in identifying compliance and operational risks that could impact the Group's financial performance, brand reputation, and shareholder value, providing actionable recommendations for mitigation.
- Assess the efficiency and effectiveness of Investment Banking and Support Functions processes and controls to enhance the bank’s governance, risk management and control processes.
- Implement KPIs and best practices for the for the Investment Banking and Support Functions Audit function.
- Support cost consciousness and efficiency and enhance productivity, to minimize cost, avoid waste, and optimize benefits for the bank.
- Act within the limits of the powers delegated to the incumbent.
B. Customer (Internal & External):
- Build and maintain strong, independent, and collaborative relationships with relevant business and support function staff and stakeholders across the Group.
- Communicate audit findings, risk assessments, and recommendations to the SVP, EVP, GCAE and other senior stakeholders as directed.
- Provide advisory services to Investment Banking and Support Functions as directed by the SVP and EVP on matters of internal control, consumer protection, financial crime prevention, and regulatory adherence.
- Assist (internal) customers in all their queries on Bank’s product and seek solution to their requests.
- Maintain activities in accordance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with internal departments/units to achieve improvements in turn-around time.
- Build and maintain strong/effective relationships with related departments/units to achieve the Group’s objectives.
- Provide timely/accurate data to external/internal Auditors, Compliance, Financial Control and Risk when required.
- Coordinate effectively with external assurance providers and consultants as directed.
C. Internal (Processes, Products, Regulatory):
- Act as a team member on audit engagements for the Investment Banking and Support Functions audit engagements; responsible for the delivery of the assigned audit work and timely identification and escalation of potential issues or conflicts to meet the required quality and timelines. All audit activities must be conducted in full compliance with the GIAD Audit Manual, the Internal Audit Global Standards and relevant local regulations.
- Engagements: support the team leader in executing the audit engagements and ensuring own is performed efficiently and effectively and meets GIAD quality standards.
- Planning phase: support the team leader in conducting detailed risk assessments and interviews with auditees to define and document the precise audit scope and work program in the required deliverables (APM, RCM and
ToR) addressing the most significant risks.
- Fieldwork phase: conduct testing of assigned scope areas and support the team leader to prepare progress updates and interim meetings with the auditees.
- Reporting phase: draft clear and concise audit issues and recommendations supported by solid evidence, present audit findings to the auditees to obtain management actions.
- Issue Follow up Phase: Perform the issue closure validation in accordance with the latest audit methodology and timely escalate potential delays to management, as needed.
- Timely conduct audit file closure procedures in accordance with the latest audit methodology and standards.
- Collaborate with peers to achieve full coverage of domestic subsidiaries, support, control and risk functions in the organization.
- Support the delivery of department audits, assessing the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes, and governance frameworks against industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Identify and report control weaknesses, process inefficiencies, and non-compliance issues specific to the related areas, providing actionable and value-added recommendations.
- Ensure the consistent application of internal audit methodologies, tools, and best practices across all audit's engagements.
- Support the strategic integration of data analytics (tools) into the audit practice to enhance risk identification, efficiency, and depth of analysis. Drive the implementation and maturation of continuous auditing capabilities to provide real-time assurance and insights.
D. Learning & Knowledge:
- Stay abreast of global audit trends and new technologies to proactively identify emerging risks and adapt audit strategies. This includes actively fostering practical skills in data analytics and continuous auditing techniques within the audit division.
- Identify areas for professional development of self and undertake development activities.
- Remain current with all developments in professional field.
E. Legal, Regulatory, and Risk Framework Responsibilities:
- Comply with all applicable legal, regulatory and internal compliance requirements including, but not limited to, Group Compliance Policies and Procedures (AML & CTF, Sanctions Policy, Data Protection Policy, Fraud Control Policy, Whistle Blowing Policy, Conflict of Interest and Insider Dealing Policy and Code of Ethics and Conduct).
- Understand and effectively perform your role under the Three Lines of Defense principle to identify measure, monitor, manage and report risks.
- Ensure systematic good outcomes for clients in accordance with Conduct Risk policy.
- Support the framework of RCSA, KRI, Incident reporting and remediation, as appropriate, in accordance with the Operational Risk Management requirements.
- Maintain appropriate knowledge to ensure full qualification to undertake the role.
- Complete all mandatory training provided by the Bank, attain, and maintain the required levels of competence.
- Attend mandatory (internal and external) seminars as instructed by the Bank.
- Ensure the Investment Banking and Support Functions Audit function operates in full compliance with all applicable regulations, data privacy laws (e.g., GDPR), governance frameworks, and industry standards relevant to the organization's operations. This includes strict adherence to the GIAD Group Audit Manual, the Internal Audit
Global Standards, and local regulatory requirements.
- Ensure audit engagements incorporate relevant regulatory compliance and address inherent business-related risks.
- Contribute to the strengthening of the organization's overall internal control environment, risk management and compliance framework.
Education & Experience Requirements:
- University graduate preferably with a Major in Banking, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or Information Technology (related field of study). Master’s is preferred.
- At least 6 years of progressive experience in internal audit, compliance, or a related field delivering audits preferably within a highly rated international bank.
- Certifications: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is preferred. Additional international certifications or country specific qualifications (e.g. CPA/ACCA/CFA/CISA/CFSA) are highly desirable.