Senior Internal Audit Professional

About the role

An experienced Internal Audit professional is sought to deliver risk-based audit activities, strengthen governance and internal controls and support effective risk management across the organisation. The role works closely with senior stakeholders, evaluates business processes, identifies areas for improvement and ensures alignment with regulatory and professional standards.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute risk-based internal audit plans and assignments.
• Lead financial, operational, compliance and governance audits.
• Evaluate internal controls, risk management frameworks and business processes, identify control gaps and recommend practical improvements.
• Prepare audit reports and present findings to senior management and relevant committees.
• Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions.
• Support regulatory reviews, special investigations and advisory assignments.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external auditors and regulatory authorities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of audit methodologies, processes and team capabilities.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Professional certification such as CIA, CPA, ACCA or CA.
• Strong professional experience in internal audit, risk management, governance or related assurance functions.
• Experience managing complex audit assignments and engaging with senior stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of internal controls, risk assessment, audit methodologies and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in large, complex or regulated organisations is advantageous; familiarity with UAE regulatory frameworks is also an advantage.

Required skills

• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, reporting and stakeholder management abilities.
• High standards of professional integrity and independence.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver quality outcomes.
• Leadership capabilities and a continuous improvement mindset.