Vice President, Internal Audit, Risk Managment (UAE Nationals only)

Job overview

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in Citibank UAE audits, draft audit reports, present issues, and discuss practical and sustainable solutions.
• Support annual audit planning based on business risks, regulatory requirements, and emerging risks.
• Monitor regulatory developments and ensure audit coverage addresses applicable requirements.
• Conduct issue validations, risk assessments, business monitoring, and governance committee reporting.
• Apply professional judgment to evaluate risks, form audit conclusions, and escalate significant risks.
• Adhere to Internal Audit standards, policies, and regulatory requirements while meeting timelines and budgets.
• Improve audit assurance processes through data analytics and AI tools.
• Build stakeholder relationships and provide independent, risk-based advisory insights.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of experience in a related role.
• Solid understanding of risk management practices and the related regulatory environment.
• Ability to deliver multiple high-quality outputs concurrently under strict timetables.
• Ability to implement continuous improvement and innovation in audit tools and techniques.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective project management and negotiation skills.

Education and certifications

• Bachelor’s or university degree, or equivalent experience, is required.
• A master’s degree is preferred.
• CPA, ACA, CFA, CIA, CISA, ACAMS, or a similar related certification is preferred.

Relevant skills

• Controls assessment, data analysis, issue management, risk management lifecycle, root cause analysis, laws and regulations, and risk management.

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