Manager, Quality Assurance - Operational Risk Management (AVP / VP)
National Bank of Pakistan
Published Date: • Karachi, Pakistan (On-Site)
Description
“The Nation’s Bank”, National Bank of Pakistan aims to support the financial well-being of the Nation along with enabling sustainable growth and inclusive development through its wide local and international network of branches. Being one of the leading and largest banks of Pakistan, National Bank of Pakistan is contributing significantly towards socioeconomic growth in the country with an objective to transform the institution into a future-fit, agile and sustainable Bank.
In line with our strategy, the Bank is looking for talented, dedicated and experienced professional(s) for the following position in the area of of Risk Management based at Karachi.
The individuals who fulfill the below basic-eligibility criteria may apply for the following position:
Position / Job Title:
Manager, Quality Assurance - Operational Risk Management (AVP / VP)
Reporting to:
Unit Head - Operational Risk Management - Enterprise Risk Management
Educational /Professional Qualification:
Minimum Graduation or equivalent from a local or international university / college / institute recognized by the HEC of Pakistan
Candidates having a first class Bachelor’s and / or a Master’s degree in Finance and / or Economics and / or Statistics and / or any other relevant professional certification(s) will be preferred
Experience:
Minimum 06 years of experience in a Financial Institution and / or Audit Firm out of which 04 years in assignments related to Operational Risk and / or Internal Audit and / or Quality Assurance and / or Controls Testing
Other Skills / Expertise / Knowledge Required:
Good analytical skills with an aptitude for quantitative analysis
Good understanding of risk, controls, and regulatory requirements
Effective communication and presentation Skills
Outline of Main Duties / Responsibilities:
To plan and conduct QA reviews for assigned units using the approved risk based methodology and sampling approach
To develop and maintain QA methodologies, guidelines and checklists for RCSA, control testing and ORM process reviews
To review RCSA self testing results and supporting evidence to assess accuracy, completeness, consistency and compliance with approved requirements
To guide and oversee QA analysts in re-performing control tests, ensuring testing is properly performed and documented in approved templates
To review and assess QA exceptions, control gaps and data issues, including missing evidence, inconsistencies, anomalies and unusual trends and escalate significant concerns
To perform quality checks on RCSA, KRI and operational loss data to ensure the information is accurate, complete and consistent
To oversee the maintenance of QA documentation and records, including working papers, testing checklists, review trackers and supporting evidence
To coordinate with business and support units on QA reviews, including follow-up of outstanding evidence and remediation actions and ensure timely escalation of delays and significant issues
To prepare and review QA observations, dashboards and management reports and provide relevant updates to senior management
To support the development of the QA team through coaching, onboarding and guidance on QA methodology, testing procedures and documentation requirements
To perform any other assignment assigned by the supervisor(s)
Place of Posting:
Karachi
Assessment Interview(s)
Only shortlisted candidates strictly meeting the above-mentioned basic eligibility criteria will be invited for panel interview(s).
Employment Type:
The employment will be on contractual basis for three years which may be renewed on discretion of the Management. Selected candidates will be offered compensation package and other benefits as per Bank’s Policy / rules.
Apply within 10 working days from the date of this job posting.
Applications received after due date will not be considered in any case. No TA / DA will be admissible for interview.
National Bank of Pakistan is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, religion, or disability.