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

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in UAE audits, draft reports, present issues, and discuss practical solutions.
• Support annual audit planning based on business risks, regulatory requirements, and emerging risks.
• Monitor regulatory developments and conduct issue validations, risk assessments, business monitoring, and governance reporting.
• Apply professional judgment in risk evaluation and audit conclusions, escalating significant risks as needed.
• Maintain audit standards, policies, regulatory compliance, timelines, and budgets.
• Improve audit processes through data analytics and AI tools.
• Develop stakeholder relationships and act as a trusted advisor through independent challenge.

Qualifications

• Six to ten years of experience in a related role.
• Solid understanding of risk management practices and the related regulatory environment.
• Bachelor’s or university degree, or equivalent experience.
• Related certifications such as CPA, ACA, CFA, CIA, CISA, or ACAMS are preferred.
• A master’s degree is preferred.
• Ability to manage high-quality deliverables under strict timetables.
• Project management, negotiation, and clear communication skills.

Relevant skills

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

Employment schedule

• The posting identifies the role as full time.