Internal Auditor - Operations and Support Functions - First Bank UAE

Internal Auditor - Operations and Support Functions

First Abu Dhabi Bank – Abu Dhabi, UAE

This Internal Auditor role supports audit activities across Operations and Support Functions within First Abu Dhabi Bank. The position contributes to assessing governance, controls, and operational efficiency across UAE and international units. The role assists senior auditors in conducting audits, maintaining risk assessments, supporting continuous improvement, and strengthening control environments to ensure compliance with Group audit standards.

• Country: UAE
• City:
  Abu Dhabi
• Industry: Banking
• Function:
  Accounting / Auditing
• Salary: 16, monthly (Market estimated)
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality:
  Any
• Job Type: Full-time

• Assist in auditing Operations and Support Functions across UAE and international locations
• Support execution of audit assignments in line with the Annual Audit Plan
• Help maintain and update the Audit Universe for Operations and Support Functions
• Assist supervisors in preparing risk assessments for process streams and subsidiaries
• Contribute to updating audit programs in the audit management system
• Conduct audits to assess risk identification, governance, and internal control effectiveness
• Evaluate data processing reliability, asset safeguarding, and resource efficiency
• Prepare draft audit worksheets, issues, and supporting documentation
• Support supervisors in finalizing issues and agreeing management action plans
• Promote knowledge sharing and team collaboration during audit engagements
• Promote organizational ethics and contribute to a value-driven culture
• Monitor financial performance of audit areas against guidelines
• Execute tasks according to GIA policies, guidance notes, and procedures
• Assist in identifying process improvements and enhancements to control frameworks
• Maintain strong relationships with business units and stakeholders
• Provide governance and risk management advisory support when required
• Follow up on pending audit issues and track implementation of corrective actions
• Assist with investigations and special reviews assigned by audit leadership
• Prepare accurate and timely audit reports in line with Group requirements

• Experience in internal audit, operations audit, or banking operations
• Understanding of risk management, governance frameworks, and internal controls
• Strong analytical and documentation skills
• Ability to support multiple audit assignments and meet deadlines
• Good communication and stakeholder interaction capabilities
• Familiarity with banking operations and regulatory expectations preferred
• Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to team objectives

• Internal auditing
• Risk assessment and analysis
• Operational control evaluation
• Reporting and documentation
• Governance and compliance awareness
• Communication and coordination
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Stakeholder engagement

• Opportunity to develop internal audit expertise within a leading UAE financial institution
• Exposure to diverse operational units and international audit environments
• Supportive team culture with strong development pathways
• Competitive compensation and long-term growth potential