QNB- Vice President, International Subsidiaries Audit & Oversight; Qatarization

About QNB

Established in 1964 as the country’s first Qatari-owned commercial bank, QNB Group has steadily grown to become the largest bank in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. QNB Group’s presence through its subsidiaries and associate companies extends to more than 31 countries across three continents providing a comprehensive range of advanced products and services. The total number of employees is more than 28,000 serving up to 20 million customers operating through 1,000 locations, with an ATM network of 4,300 machines.

QNB has maintained its position as one of the highest rated regional banks from leading credit rating agencies including Standard & Poor’s (A), Moody’s (Aa3) and Fitch (A+). The Bank has also been the recipient of many awards from leading international specialised financial publications. Based on the Group’s consistent strong financial performance and its expanding international presence, QNB currently ranks as the most valuable bank brand in the Middle East and Africa, according to Brand Finance Magazine.

QNB Group has an active community support program and sponsors various social, educational and sporting events.

The incumbent will primarily manage audits and oversight covering the International Subsidiaries portfolio as a member of the Group Internal Audit Function. The role provides independent assurance on the effectiveness of governance , risk management and internal control across the enterprise. This includes the critical responsibility of defining, creating, and continually updating the international subsidiaries audit universe, ensuring it accurately reflects the organization’s evolving risks, structure and activities of the International Subsidiaries.

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, IIA standards, and all relevant local regulations and industry audit standards. As a member of the Group Internal Audit Function, this role ensures risks related to the international subsidiaries are effectively integrated into the overall audit strategy and contributes to strengthening the organization’s resilience against evolving threats.

• Shareholder & Financial:
• Contribute to the development and execution of the risk-based annual plan that aligns with the Group Internal Audit strategy and helps safeguard critical assets, data, and enhance financial integrity across international subsidiaries operations that underpin the organization’s financial operations and shareholder value.
• Assist in identifying significant risks related to international subsidiaries that could lead to financial loss, operational disruption, or reputational damage, providing actionable recommendations to mitigate these risks.
• Assess the efficiency and effectiveness of Subsidiaries investments and operations
  -related processes.
• Implements KPIs and best practices for the international audit function.
• Promote cost consciousness and efficiency and enhance productivity, to minimise cost, avoid waste, and optimise benefits for the bank.
• Act within the limits of the powers delegated to the incumbent
• Customer (Internal & External):
• Build and maintain strong, independent, and collaborative relationships with relevant business and support function staff and stakeholders across the Group.
• Communicate complex audit findings, risk assessments, and recommendations to the SVP, EVP, GCAE and other senior stakeholders.
• Provide advisory services to subsidiaries management & the Audit Committee members, Subsidiary Head of Audit and business…