QNB3237 - Senior Vice President, Professional Practices Audit

  • Business Unit
    QNB - Qatar
  • Division
    Internal Audit
  • Department
    Audit & Compliance
  • Country
    Qatar
  • Closing Date
    29-Jan-2025
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.

Summary

The incumbent will be responsible for leading and maintaining the operational excellence of the Internal Audit function. This role ensures the quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of audit activities through oversight of quality assurance, methodology development, technology enablement, training, and professional practice initiatives.

Experience

  • Direct the strategy and roadmap for audit management systems

  • Oversee implementation and enhancement of audit tools and technologies

  • Drive automation and analytics initiatives within Internal Audit

  • Ensure effective system support and training for audit staff

  • Manage relationships with technology vendors

  • Develop and deliver systems training programs

  • Lead the development and maintenance of the Group audit methodology, policies, and procedures

  • Ensure alignment with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and leading practices

  • Drive the adoption of new audit approaches (e.g., Agile auditing, continuous monitoring)

  • Develop and maintain audit templates, tools, and guidance materials

  • Oversee implementation of emerging audit techniques and technologies

  • Create training materials for new methodologies and standards

Qualifications

  • Bachelor / Master’s degree in finance, economics, accounting, banking or other related subjects.

  • Relevant professional qualifications such as CIA / CMA / CPA / CA / ACCA.

  • Minimum of 15 years audit experience in a major bank or leading audit firm out of which 6 years in a senior managerial audit role.

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Arabic (preferred).

  • Well-developed knowledge of Data Analytics

  • Adequate legal and documentation background.

  • Very good knowledge of various banking products and services and the related operations.

  • Proficiency in risk concepts, banking operations/ systems and pertinent regulatory requirements related to his sphere of responsibility.

  • Well-developed analytical and excellent interpersonal skills.

  • Self-motivated with strong attention to detail.

  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to persuade others.

  • Proven skills on people management and able to work and deliver under pressure.

  • Knowledge of applicable International Accounting Standards and related pronouncements.

Note: you will be required to attach the following:
  1. Resume/CV
  2. Copy of Passport or QID
  3. Copy of Education Certificate
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