Chief Audit Executive

Foreground LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Foreground LLC is looking for a Chief Audit Executive to lead the internal audit function across all entities. The role involves designing audit plans, conducting risk-based audits, and reporting findings to the audit committee while strengthening internal controls.

The ideal candidate should have senior internal audit leadership experience in large organizations, with strong knowledge of governance, risk, control frameworks, and professional audit certifications. Experience in the UAE or GCC markets is highly preferred.

Qualifications

• Senior internal audit leadership experience within large organisations.
• Strong knowledge of governance, risk, and control frameworks.
• Experience in the UAE or GCC markets is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the internal audit function across all entities.
• Design audit plans and conduct risk-based audits.
• Report findings to the audit committee and strengthen controls.

Skills

Governance frameworks

Risk management

Analytical skills

Executive communication

Education

Professional audit certifications

Job description

Our client is a diversified UAE-based group committed to strengthening governance transparency and risk oversight. Internal audit is a critical pillar of the control environment.

The Role

The Chief Audit Executive will lead the groups internal audit function across all entities. This role will design audit plans conduct risk-based audits and report findings to the audit committee. A key focus will be strengthening internal controls and governance processes. The CAE will also coordinate with external auditors and regulators. This role requires independence judgment and strong board interaction.

Candidate Profile

Candidates must have senior internal audit leadership experience within large organisations. Strong knowledge of governance risk and control frameworks is essential. Experience in the UAE or GCC markets is highly preferred. The ideal candidate demonstrates integrity analytical rigour and executive communication skills. Professional audit certifications are required.