Vice President Audit

About the role

Our client, a large diversified organization in the United Arab Emirates, is seeking a Vice President – Audit to lead the Internal Audit function across a complex, multi‑business environment. Reporting directly to the Board, the role provides independent assurance on governance, internal controls and operational processes while driving continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute a risk‑based internal audit strategy and annual audit plan.
• Lead operational, financial, compliance and functional audits across multiple business units.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of governance, internal controls and key business processes.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen controls, improve efficiency and enhance performance.
• Monitor remediation plans and ensure timely implementation of audit actions.
• Present findings and strategic insights to executive leadership and the Board.

Required profile

• Extensive experience leading internal audit functions in large, multi‑business organisations.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and engage with Board‑level audiences.
• Demonstrated success in driving process improvement and operational excellence.
• Professional qualifications such as CIA, CPA, ACCA, CISA or CRMA are highly desirable.

Required skills

• Internal Audit
• Internal control audits
• Operational Excellence
• Process improvement
• Enterprise Risk Management
• Governance frameworks
• CIA, CPA, ACCA, CISA, CRMA certifications