Manager, Credit Governance & Control

Role: Manager, Credit Governance & Control Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE This position is for UAE Nationals only. Role Purpose: This function will serve as an in-house Governance & Control function for Credit team covering all Businesses & Geographies. The function will ensure Governance over underwriting processes and compliance with Credit policy and regulations. Key accountabilities of the role: Support the Head of Credit Governance & Control in establishing a sound Credit culture and process in the bank Establish and manage Credit monitoring Forum to escalate expiries and past dues Support in implementing and managing the RCSA Identify areas for automation to increase efficiency and support cost rationalization Conduct event-based reviews to assess process and policy compliance Support in establishing Early alert process by liaising with stakeholders Provide appropriate input in formulation of Credit policies & Product programs Interact with stakeholders including product team, Credit, Risk and Operations team MIS & presentation preparation for management review Manage Credit related projects and initiatives. Specialist skills / technical knowledge required for this role: Thorough understanding of Credit life cycle, Banking operations, Policies, Regulations, Compliance and Risk management is a must Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills UAE working experience of 5+ years is a must Familiar with the CB UAE regulatory regime Analytical Thinking & Business Oriented approach Previous experience required (if any): A minimum of 15-18 years of professional experience in Banking with deep knowledge of product, processes and services. Candidate should possess a strong Control mindset. Good understanding of business, finance, economics and current affairs. Candidate should have managed teams and should have a proven track record and achievement.

UAE working experience of 5+ years is a must. Previous experience required: A minimum of 15-18 years of professional experience in Banking with deep knowledge of product, processes and services. Candidate should possess a strong Control mindset. Good understanding of business, finance, economics and current affairs. Candidate should have managed teams and should have a proven track record and achievement.

Support the Head of Credit Governance & Control in establishing a sound Credit culture and process in the bank; Establish and manage Credit monitoring Forum to escalate expiries and past dues; Support in implementing and managing the RCSA; Identify areas for automation to increase efficiency and support cost rationalization; Conduct event-based reviews to assess process and policy compliance; Support in establishing Early alert process by liaising with stakeholders; Provide appropriate input in formulation of Credit policies & Product programs; Interact with stakeholders including product team, Credit, Risk and Operations team; MIS & presentation preparation for management review; Manage Credit related projects and initiatives.