Manager - Fraud Investigations (UAE National)

Role Overview

Manager - Fraud Investigations at Emirates Islamic Bank, located in the UAE. This is a newly created position within the Group Fraud Prevention and Investigations Unit.

Company Overview

Emirates Islamic Bank is part of Emirates NBD Group. The Group Fraud Prevention and Investigations Unit manages the organization's susceptibility to fraud risks, aiming to reduce risk exposure and raise fraud awareness. This role will strengthen the unit's investigative capabilities, expand international fraud management, and enhance training and knowledge transfer across the bank.

Role Purpose

Lead and manage the most complex, sensitive, and high-profile investigations across the Group, including both fraud and non-fraud matters. The role holder will ensure the bank meets heightened regulatory expectations, drive international casework, and leverage analytics to enhance investigative outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Investigations & Case Management

• Lead, manage, and resolve complex, sensitive, and cross-functional investigations.
• Ensure best practices in evidence management and reporting.
• Lead investigations into non-fraud risks such as misconduct, policy breaches, and operational losses as assigned by management.

Regulatory Compliance & Expectations

• Interpret and implement new regulatory requirements at local and international levels.
• Ensure investigations and reporting meet or exceed expectations of CBUAE, Basel, UAE PDPL, and other relevant bodies.

International Investigative Coverage

• Initiate and coordinate cross-border investigations.
• Build relationships with international regulators, law enforcement, and peer institutions.

Analytics & Controls

• Use data analytics to identify patterns and support investigations.
• Recommend controls based on analytical findings.
• Collaborate with analytics teams to enhance investigative tools.

Training & Knowledge Transfer

• Develop and deliver advanced training for investigators.
• Mentor staff.
• Share lessons learned from complex and international cases.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with business units, legal, HR, regulators, and law enforcement as needed for investigations and training.

Qualifications & Experience

• Professional qualification such as CFE, ACA, ACCA, ICWA, CIA, or similar.
• 8+ years in complex investigations (fraud and non-fraud).
• Experience in global banking environments preferred.
• UAE banking industry experience preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Superior communications and report writing skills.
• Ability to independently manage and lead investigation assignments.
• Regulatory Compliance expertise.
• Strategic thinking.
• Global awareness.
• Adaptability.
• Regulatory acumen.
• Analytical thinking.
• Team player mentality.

Additional Information

• This role is open to UAE Nationals in line with the UAE Government's strategy in empowering and developing nationals.