Group Internal Audit Director: Build & Lead Board-Level Assurance

McGregor Boyall; Sharjah; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

McGregor Boyall is seeking a Group Internal Audit Director to establish and lead the Group Internal Audit function across the GCC. This strategic role requires building the function from the ground up, strengthening governance, risk management and providing independent assurance to the Board.

Ideal candidate has 15+ years in audit, 5+ years leading a multi-entity IA, and UAE-based GCC experience in manufacturing or industrial settings; CIA certification is mandatory, with Arabic language skills

Qualifications

• Must have CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) certification.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in internal and/or external audit.
• 5+ years leading a Group or multi-entity Internal Audit function.
• Strong GCC experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Excellent stakeholder management and Board-level communication skills.
• UAE-based with flexibility to travel across the GCC.

Responsibilities

• Establish the Group Internal Audit function, including charter, policies, methodologies and audit framework.
• Develop and execute a risk-based annual audit plan across financial, operational, compliance, IT and manufacturing activities.
• Assess governance, enterprise risk management and internal controls across multiple entities.
• Lead fraud investigations, whistleblowing reviews and compliance assessments.
• Present audit findings, risk insights and recommendations directly to the Board.
• Drive remediation of audit findings and continuous improvement in internal controls.
• Build and develop a high-performing Internal Audit team.
• Coordinate with external auditors and other relevant stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Governance

Risk management

Internal audit

Stakeholder management

Board communication

Travel flexibility

Education

CIA (Certified Internal Auditor)

Job description

McGregor Boyall is seeking a Group Internal Audit Director to establish and lead the Group Internal Audit function across the GCC. This strategic role requires building the function from the ground up, strengthening governance, risk management and providing independent assurance to the Board.

Ideal candidate has 15+ years in audit, 5+ years leading a multi-entity IA, and UAE-based GCC experience in manufacturing or industrial settings; CIA certification is mandatory, with Arabic language skills