Pearl Bank Uganda
Banking + 2 more
Description
Qualifications, Experience & Competencies Required
- Relevant training in Corporate & Institutional Banking, Credit Risk, Financial Markets, Transaction Banking or Internal Audit.
- Professional qualification as a chartered accountant and membership to CPA and other professional certifications such as CIA and ACCA would be an added advantage.
- Minimum 10–12 years’ banking experience, with at least 5 years in Corporate & Institutional Banking, Credit Risk, Financial Markets or Internal Audit.
- Demonstrated experience auditing or managing large corporate/ structured finance portfolios.
- Strong understanding of credit risk assessment, financial analysis, trade finance, and transaction banking operations.
- Experience of interacting with senior management and board-level committees.
Responsibilities
A. Audit Leadership & Assurance
- Develop and execute a risk-based audit plan covering all CIB and FM activities, including large corporates, structured finance, trade finance, treasury-related corporate products, and transaction banking.
- Lead complex audits and thematic reviews across credit, operations, compliance, conduct, and technology risks within Financial Markets and CIB.
- Assess the adequacy of credit risk management frameworks, underwriting standards, portfolio monitoring, and large exposure management.
- Evaluate governance arrangements, delegated authorities, and approval processes for structured finance and advisory transactions.
B. Advisory Services
- Provide independent advisory support on new CIB and FM products, structured finance transactions, process redesign, and system enhancements.
- Offer early risk input during product development and strategic initiatives without compromising audit independence.
- Identify emerging risks and provide proactive recommendations to strengthen controls and operational resilience.
C. Risk & Regulatory Oversight
- Monitor regulatory developments affecting CIB and FM activities and ensure audit coverage remains aligned to supervisory expectations.
- Engage with regulators and external auditors on matters relating to CIB and FM audit coverage.
- Support continuous improvement of risk management practices within the first and second lines of defence.
D. Stakeholder Engagement
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with CIB Business Heads, Risk, Compliance, Legal, and Operations.
- Act as a trusted advisor while maintaining professional independence and objectivity.
- Promote a strong risk and control culture across the CIB business.
E. Team Leadership & Capability Development
- Lead, mentor, and develop audit staff assigned to CIB engagements.
- Build technical capacity in structured finance, credit risk, transaction banking, and advisory services.
- Drive innovation in audit methodology, including data analytics and thematic reviews.
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