QNB- Manager-Investment Banking and Support Functions Audit; Qatarization

Established in 1964 as the country’s first Qatari-owned commercial bank, QNB Group has steadily grew 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 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.

• 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.
• 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)…