Senior Internal Auditor - Branch Operations - First Bank UAE

Position Overview

This Senior Internal Auditor role at First Abu Dhabi Bank in Abu Dhabi focuses on branch operations audit, governance, and risk management across the UAE and international network. The position supports internal audit activities to strengthen controls, improve operational assurance, and enhance overall risk management within Branch Operations.

• Country: UAE
• City:
  Abu Dhabi
• Industry: Banking
• Function:
  Accounting/Auditing
• Salary:  monthly (Market estimated)
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality:
  Any
• Job Type: Full-time

• Lead and participate in audits covering Branch Operations across the FAB Group
• Assess governance, internal controls, operational processes, and regulatory alignment
• Ensure audit assignments follow the Annual Audit Plan and meet timelines
• Maintain the Audit Universe and risk assessments across Branch Operations and subsidiaries
• Evaluate whether risks are defined, classified, and managed effectively
• Determine adequacy of controls and identify enhancements where required
• Verify reliability and integrity of operational data and transaction processing
• Ensure safeguarding of assets and efficiency in resource utilization
• Review audit working papers, finalize reports, and agree management action plans
• Guide junior auditors and support knowledge sharing within the team
• Promote values, ethics, and compliance culture across audit activities
• Support Head of Audit in special reviews, investigations, and assigned tasks
• Maintain effective relationships with Branch Operations teams and act as Audit Business Partner
• Monitor implementation of corrective actions and follow up on outstanding issues
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities aligned with industry standards

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounts and Finance
• Professional certifications preferred, such as CIA, CPA, ACCA, or CISA
• Minimum 5 years of experience with a bank or Big 4 firm
• Strong understanding of internal audit functions, methodologies, and risk frameworks
• Familiarity with bank operations, audit procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Strong analytical, communication, and report writing abilities
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and deliver under pressure

• Internal audit
• Risk assessment
• Operational controls review
• Financial analysis
• Regulatory compliance
• Report writing
• Stakeholder management
• Process improvement

• Opportunity to work within the UAE's leading financial institution
• Exposure to audits across the UAE and international network
• Strong career development and learning environment
• Dynamic and collaborative work setting
• Competitive compensation and long-term growth

First Abu Dhabi Bank is one of the UAE's most respected financial institutions, known for stability, innovation, and strong governance. The bank provides a collaborative environment where specialists contribute to large-scale financial operations while growing their careers across regional and global markets.