JOB PURPOSE:
The AVP – Regulatory Affairs (UAE) plays a pivotal role in managing the Bank's engagement with its Regulators, ensuring the effective end-to-end management of regulatory examinations, thematic reviews, and on-site inspections. The role coordinates closely with internal stakeholders and Regulators to deliver timely, accurate, and well-governed responses to regulatory requests, while maintaining robust oversight of records, logs, and trackers. Beyond day-to-day management of circulars, notices, and Requests for Information (RFIs), the role is expected to drive automation, streamlining, and simplification of regulatory processes and reporting, enhancing efficiency, consistency, and quality, and reinforcing the Bank's regulatory standing and reputation.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Job Specific Accountabilities
1. Regulatory Examinations & Thematic Reviews
- Lead the end-to-end management of all regulatory examinations and thematic reviews, ensuring they are addressed promptly and effectively.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather the documentation and information required to respond accurately and on time.
- Maintain accurate logs and trackers, and provide regular status reports and updates to the Head of Regulatory Affairs – UAE.
2. On-Site Inspections
- Coordinate and manage on-site inspections by regulatory bodies, ensuring all logistical arrangements are in place and internal stakeholders are well briefed.
- Act as the primary point of contact for Regulators during on-site inspections, ensuring clear communication and seamless execution.
- Ensure all inspection findings are documented, with follow-up actions tracked to completion within agreed timelines.
3. Requests for Information (RFIs)
- Manage and respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) from Regulators in a timely and accurate manner.
- Ensure all regulatory communications are properly logged and supported by the required documentation.
- Maintain an efficient and effective Single Point of Contact (SPOC) management process.
4. Circulars & Notices