Job Description

Role: Operational Risk Associate

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

This position is open to UAE National fresh graduates.

Role purpose:

• This is a risk management role supporting the implementation of the ORM Framework, with an initial focus on incident management and related activities.
• The role requires a proactive and confident individual with good analytical skills.
• The person responsible for this position will be asked to support the execution and implementation of Operational Risk Management Framework throughout ADIB Group.
• The role holder will be required to have a keen eye for detail and a strong appetite to learn and be tested in different areas.
• A sound work ethic and desire for self-development are essential for success.

Key accountabilities of the role:

• Providing proactive support to the Operational Risk Management team on all matters.
• Over time, and with appropriate training, the role holder should assist with:

Operational Risk Management Tools:

• Support the business in managing Operational risk incidents and losses.
• Support the businesses in and facilitate the identification and assessment of key operational risk exposures within ADIB Group in accordance with ADIB’s Operational Risk Management Framework and related procedural standards.
• Support the business in the management of Issues and timely implementation of actions.
• Support the business in the Key risk indicators identification and assessment.
• Support the business in updating and monitoring Operational risk data using the Group Operational Risk Management platform.
• Support in the Collation of data for regular reports on operational risk profiles, analysis, and exposures on a regular basis.

Program Management:

• Support implementation and development of ORM program and tools such as Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA), Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), Incidents management and Issues & Actions management in ADIB Group.
• Support the implementation of ORM policies & procedures within ADIB Group

Specialist skills / technical knowledge, technical competencies required for this role:

• Demonstrate ability to collaborate with co-workers and business stakeholders.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Highly self-motivated and ability to learn rapidly.
• Strong problem solving, analytical (including qualitative analysis), research, quantitative and Computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite)
• Relevant degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business

Previous experience:

• No specific work experience requirement, but a degree in Finance, Accounting or Business is required.
• This position is open to UAE National fresh graduates.