VP Corporate Affairs and Audit – Investment Office

About the role

This senior finance leadership position is based in Dubai and focuses on strengthening assurance, governance, financial oversight and corporate administration across a multi‑entity investment office. The role combines independent oversight with hands‑on responsibility for internal audit, risk, controls, governance, procurement and incentive scheme administration.

Key responsibilities

• Own the risk‑based audit plan, lead internal audits, control reviews and investigations across financial, operational, technology, investment support and compliance functions.
• Oversee governance processes, coordinate board and committee activities, manage statutory filings, corporate records and global regulatory obligations.
• Assess control effectiveness, maintain remediation registers and ensure timely escalation of material risks and governance issues.
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, financial performance monitoring and reporting to senior management and the board.
• Manage the procurement framework, supplier due diligence and negotiations for material contracts, ensuring compliance with budgets and policies.
• Administer bonus and long‑term incentive schemes, handling calculations, reconciliations, participant records and payments.

Required profile

• Qualified accountant (CPA, CA, ACA or equivalent) with senior‑level experience in an investment office, asset manager, private equity firm or complex multi‑entity group.
• Proven ability to lead risk‑based audits, evaluate controls, manage remediation and present findings to boards or audit committees.
• Strong knowledge of UAE corporate governance, entity administration and regulatory requirements; DFSA experience preferred.
• Willingness to relocate to Dubai.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel and financial analysis capabilities.
• Experience with modern finance, audit and governance systems.