VP Corporate Affairs & Audit – Investment Office

About the role

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

Key responsibilities

• Own the risk‑based audit plan and lead internal audits, control reviews and investigations across finance, operations, technology and compliance functions.
• Oversee governance processes, coordinate board and committee activities, manage statutory filings and ensure compliance with global regulatory obligations.
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting and financial performance monitoring, delivering insightful reports to senior management and the board.
• Manage the procurement framework, conduct supplier due diligence and negotiate material contracts in line with budgets and policies.
• Administer bonus and long‑term incentive schemes, handling calculations, reconciliations and participant records.

Required profile

• Qualified accountant (CPA, CA, ACA or equivalent) with senior‑level experience in an investment office, asset manager 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.
• Exceptional integrity, discretion and ability to manage highly sensitive information.
• Willingness to relocate to Dubai.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel
• Internal audit
• Controls compliance
• Contract negotiations
• Financial analysis
• Financial planning
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Supplier due diligence
• Statutory filings
• Governance systems