Fintech Internal Audit Director: Risk & Assurance Leader

e&; Dubai; On-site; AED 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

e& is seeking a Director/Internal Audit for Fintech to develop and implement a risk-based assurance strategy across Fintech audits. You will lead risk assessments, coordinate with ERM, and oversee comprehensive audit programs to ensure regulatory and contractual compliance.

The role requires 10+ years of audit experience, with strong managerial background, and professional qualifications (CA/CPA/ACCA/CIA). A deep Fintech domain knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of audit experience, with at least 6 years in a managerial role.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, CS or IS and equivalent.
• Internationally recognized professional auditing qualifications (CA/CPA/ACCA/CIA) required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a risk-based annual plan for Fintech audits.
• Lead independent audits across financial, IT, and compliance areas.
• Coordinate with ERM for risk aggregation and prioritization.
• Manage relationships with regulators and external stakeholders as needed.
• Provide SME input, oversee assignment planning and audit reporting.

Skills

Audit management

Risk assessment

Stakeholder management

Fintech domain knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/ Accounting/ Computer Science/ Information Systems

Professional auditing qualification (CA, CPA, ACCA, CIA)

CISA, Masters in related discipline is a plus

Job description

e& is seeking a Director/Internal Audit for Fintech to develop and implement a risk-based assurance strategy across Fintech audits. You will lead risk assessments, coordinate with ERM, and oversee comprehensive audit programs to ensure regulatory and contractual compliance.

The role requires 10+ years of audit experience, with strong managerial background, and professional qualifications (CA/CPA/ACCA/CIA). A deep Fintech domain knowledge is essential.