Legal Collections Officer

First Abu Dhabi Bank

Job Title
Legal Collections Officer Abu Dhabi, UAE
Job Description
Legal Collections Officer Abu Dhabi, UAE

Position Overview
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) is hiring a Legal Collections Officer to manage and oversee legal cases related to collections, cheque execution, civil disputes, and cases against the bank. The role involves close coordination with law firms, internal collections teams, and recovery units to minimize losses, maximize recoveries, and ensure compliance with regulatory and bank policies.

Job Details
Location: United Arab Emirates
Location: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Banking / Mortgage Professionals
Function: Collections
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Preferred Location: Any
Job Type: Full-time

What You ll Do

* Handle assigned legal cases including cheque execution, repossession, civil disputes, and claims against the bank
* Liaise with external law firms to file cases, follow up on progress, and provide required documentation within agreed turnaround times
* Coordinate with collection teams on in-court settlements and legal actions to support recovery efforts
* Attend expert meetings and review legal memos, ensuring accurate updates are provided to stakeholders
* Monitor vendor (law firm) performance, particularly for Abu Dhabi cases, to ensure compliance with service standards
* Update systems, trackers, and legal flags for all allocated cases in a timely manner
* Retrieve and manage original case files according to policies and procedures
* Handle escalations and requests related to collections and provide legal advisory support to recovery teams
* Ensure compliance with bank policies, central bank regulations, and mandatory training requirements

Ideal Profile

* Bachelor s degree in Law, Business, or related discipline
* Minimum 5 years of experience in banking, with strong exposure to collections and legal processes
* Solid knowledge of UAE legal frameworks related to collections, repossessions, and litigation
* Strong vendor management skills with experience coordinating external law firms
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities
* Ability to manage multiple cases under pressure and deliver results within deadlines

Why Join Us

* Work with the UAE s largest and most secure financial institution
* Opportunity to handle high-profile legal and collections cases with significant business impact
* Career growth and professional development within FAB s global banking network
* Competitive tax-free salary and comprehensive benefits package
* Collaborative environment focused on compliance, innovation, and customer service