QNB1312 - International Integration Specialist
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Business UnitQNB - Qatar
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DivisionInternational Banking
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DepartmentInternational Banking
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CountryQatar
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Closing Date31-Mar-2015
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.
Role Summary
The role will act as the facilitator and point of contact between international entities (branches/ subsidiaries/ affiliates etc.) and the Head Office departments/units in all matters related to Group Infrastructure. This role is also required to manage significant change management and Integration projects for the Group
Role Description
Liaise with the respective support functions in the respective international branches/ subsidiaries/ affiliates (viz. IT, HR, Operations, Compliance, Financial Control, Communications, Premises, etc.) to determine the issues faced by them.
Implement efficiency improvement projects in all middle and back office operations that will ensure better Group wide synergies and faster decision making
Take necessary actions to prevent overlaps/duplicates in the respective overseas processes.
Ensure any regulatory issues identified by the overseas entities are timely communicated to the relevant unit(s) within Head Office.
Ensure renewal of licensing and registration formalities on timely basis as well as renewal of tenancy contracts for rented premises, for the existing overseas operations.
Evaluate and recommend safety and security features at the overseas locations, in line with applicable regulatory requirements.
Oversee and manage projects to be executed at the overseas locations and help in resolving any scheduling and resource conflicts.
Prepare/ review policies and procedures of international entities and ensure compliance to QNB norms and standards as well as local laws and regulations.
Liaise with the respective compliance/ AML and internal audit personnel at the overseas locations and their respective Head Office counterparts for provision of guidance/ advice to the personnel working in such entities on compliance/ audit matters.
Provide inputs to the GM, International Banking relating to issues that needed to be discussed during the Group Business Development, Group Infrastructure, and Group Human Capital committee meetings.
Qualifications
University graduate, MBA (preferred).
8-10 years of experience in coordinating the overseas operations of a large-sized bank or a financial institution, of which 3 years in a leadership role/ capacity.
Note: you will be required to attach the following:
- Resume/CV