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Head CIB Audit & Advisory Services

Full time @Pearl Bank posted 30 minutes ago in Finance Email Job

Job Detail

  • Job ID 21028
  • Career Level  Officer
  • Experience  3 Years
  • Gender  Both
  • Industry  Finance
  • Qualifications  Degree Bachelor
  • Job Type  Full time

Job Description

Job Title: Head CIB Audit & Advisory Services

Reports To: Chief Internal Auditor

Job Purpose

The role holder will provide strategic leadership, independent assurance, and advisory services over the Bank’s Corporate & Institutional Banking (CIB) and Financial Markets (FM) portfolios. The role evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal controls across CIB and FM activities while delivering forward-looking insights that support sustainable growth and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities / Key Deliverables
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.
  • 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.
  • Provide independent assurance on adherence to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and industry best practices.
  • Present audit findings and insights to Executive Management and the Board Audit Committee.
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 with 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 defense.
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.
F. Other Duties
  • Perform other internal audit and advisory duties as assigned, ensuring alignment with departmental objectives and the bank’s risk management framework.
Key Deliverables
  • Comprehensive annual CIB audit plan aligned to risk profile.
  • High-quality audit reports with actionable, risk-focused recommendations.
  • Timely tracking and validation of audit issue remediation.
  • Thematic insights and risk dashboards for Executive Management and the Board.
  • Advisory reports on strategic CIB initiatives.
Business Behaviours
  • Passion: Commitment to excellence, delivering outstanding results, and making a positive impact on customers and stakeholders.
  • Teamwork: Collaboration, mutual respect, and valuing diverse perspectives to achieve shared success.
  • Integrity: Upholding honesty, transparency, and accountability in all actions.
  • Innovation: Embracing creativity and forward-thinking to enhance customer experience and business growth.
Qualifications, Experience and Competencies Required
  • Relevant training in Corporate & Institutional Banking, Credit Risk, Financial Markets, Transaction Banking, or Internal Audit.
  • Professional qualification as a chartered accountant; CPA, CIA, or ACCA are added advantages.
  • 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 interacting with senior management and board-level committees.
Application Requirements
  • Cover letter, detailed CV, and copies of academic documents combined into one file.
Mode of Application
  • Online applications addressed to Chief People & Strategy Officer, Pearl Bank Uganda.
  • Email: hr@pearlbank.com (Job title must be used as subject).
  • Deadline: 19th May 2026 at 5:00pm.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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