Manager – Internal Control Unit
MRL Financial
Doha, Qatar
Ref: GP195-449 		MRL Financial

The Role


The Role

SUMMARY

The incumbents' are directly responsible for monitoring day to day operational controls in The Company's front line activities (Corporate Banking, Retail, Al Safa (Islamic), and Cards). These include Functional, Systems, Operational, Financial and Special reviews as well as accommodating specific requests by Senior Management. They are expected to assume a 'Pro-Active' role in the development & improvement of standard operating procedures and control and standards. The incumbents may also assigned to work in the higher priority projects, and focus on areas that require special attention.

MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1.Manage and execute internal control reviews to monitor control/processes for The Company business lines (Corporate Banking, Retail, Al Safa (Islamic), and Cards).
2.Maintain, design and execute an effective internal control plan for The Company control environment.
3.The incumbents' are expected to assume a 'pro-active' role in making recommendations relating to the development and improvement of the banks local operating procedures and systems.
4.Prepare internal control reports for review & issuance by Head of ICU and the Chief Risk Officer. The incumbents' must determine the seriousness of each issue and prioritize findings.
5.Handle ad hoc projects and high priority assignments to improve overall control environment.
6.Ensure business line MIS and financial reporting is reliable.
7.Ensure all work done is complying with internal (SOPs) and regulatory guidelines.
8.Make recommendations on technology applications that improve the departments ability to analyse and review the business.

Requirements


Requirements

CRITICAL SKILLS & JOB COMPLEXITY:

A. KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

The incumbents' must have:

1.A Supervisor knowledge of the banking business, its products and related risks together with a good knowledge of data processing systems, their development, operation & control.
2.Recommend short and long term solutions to business, operating, procedural, accounting, control & compliance deficiencies identified during the monitoring process.
3.The incumbents must have a sound knowledge of the banking products and services, banking systems, regulatory guidelines, and operating procedures.
4.Superior oral, written and interpersonal skills in order to deal with all levels of bank management and staff in a constructive tactful manner.
5.The ability to discuss with & make presentations to senior management relating to internal control environment.
6.The ability to conduct special investigation audits such as suspected fraud. This requires superior interviewing skills.
7.Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management in a multi cultural environment.
8.Risk identification and assessment skills.
9.Self starter with problem solving and analytical skills.
10.Articulate, able to produce clear and concise reports and statistical data (Good report writing skills).
11.Ability to work to tight deadlines and under pressure.
12.Ability to manage projects and work well with people.

B. PRINCIPAL CONTACTS:

1.Day to day contact with front line / back office staff at various management level of the bank.
2.Internal Auditors / Operational Risk, and other Risk SBUs (Retail, Corporate, Credit Admin).
3.Senior management.

C. SCOPE:

Monitoring of internal controls around:

o CBCM - Corporate Banking
o Retail
o Islamic Banking
o Credit Cards

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Generic Competencies:-

Good to Have:

Entrepreneurial / Business Savvy / Development of Others / Negotiation

Important:

Creativity & Innovation / Interpersonal Sensitivity / Strategic / Knowledge Sharing / Decision Making / Dealing with Conflict

Essential:

Leadership / Planning & Organizing / Problem Solving and Analysis / Verbal Communication / Verbal & Written Communication / Persuasion / Accountability

Generic Skills:-

Good to Have:

Sales Skills / Complaints Handling Skills / Administrative Skills / Numeric Skills / Strategic Planning Skills

Important:

Banking Knowledge / Product Knowledge

Essential:

English Language / Computer Literacy / Communication Skills

Generic Attributes:-

Important:

Flexibility / Decisiveness / Critical Thinking / Action Orientation / Customer Service Orientation

Essential:

Teamwork & Coordination / Keenness to Learn

Experience Required:-

University Degree and Training Certificates in the related field both essential

About the Company


About the Company

Part of the MRL Group, MRL Financial works in partnership with leading global finance-based organisations to provide a complete recruitment service. Primary divisions comprise technology and operations, risk management, audit and compliance.
  

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