Head of Internal Audit

Black & Grey HR; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

An investment management group in Dubai is seeking a Head of Internal Audit to lead its audit function and strengthen governance across its investment portfolios. Ideal candidates should have over 12 years of experience in internal audit, especially in financial services, and a mandatory CIA certification. The role involves direct engagement with senior leadership and shaping risk and control frameworks, offering attractive compensation and strategic visibility within a growing organization.

Benefits

Attractive Salary

Benefits

Opportunity for strategic leadership

Qualifications

• 12+ years of internal audit experience within financial services or investment groups.
• Strong exposure to investment structures and financial controls.
• Proven experience engaging with Boards and senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the internal audit function across investment and operating entities.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive risk-based annual audit plan.
• Present audit findings and recommendations to senior management.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Professional certification such as CIA

Additional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, CFA, or CISA

Tools

ERP and financial systems

Job description

Overview

Full time | Black & Grey HR | United Arab Emirates

Posted On 23/01/2026

Job Information

Construction

Work Experience 10+ years

City Dubai

State/Province Dubayy (Dubai)

337-1500

Job Description

Black & Grey HR is hiring a Head of Internal Audit for a leading investment and asset management group based in the UAE. This is a senior leadership role responsible for building, strengthening, and leading the internal audit function across diversified investment portfolios and operating entities. The role is ideal for a seasoned audit professional with strong governance expertise, leadership presence, and experience working with complex financial and investment structures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the group-wide internal audit function across investment and operating entities
• Develop and execute a comprehensive risk-based annual audit plan
• Establish and maintain a robust enterprise-wide risk and control framework
• Evaluate governance, compliance, and internal control systems
• Conduct audits covering financial reporting, investments, asset management, treasury, procurement, and operations
• Review and strengthen policies, procedures, and risk management practices
• Present audit findings, risk assessments, and recommendations to senior management and audit committees
• Provide independent assurance to the Board and executive leadership
• Lead special reviews, investigations, and regulatory-related audits when required
• Identify fraud risks, compliance gaps, and control weaknesses
• Drive remediation and closure of audit findings across business units
• Implement data analytics and technology-enabled auditing practices
• Strengthen audit governance and reporting frameworks
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing internal audit team
• Promote a strong risk-aware and compliance-driven culture across the organization

Requirements

• 12+ years of internal audit experience within financial services, investment groups, asset management firms, or diversified holding companies
• Professional certification such as CIA (mandatory)
• Strong exposure to investment structures, fund operations, and financial controls
• Proven experience engaging with Boards, Audit Committees, and senior leadership
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience managing complex, multi-entity audit environments
• High level of integrity, independence, and professional judgment
• Preferred Qualifications
• Big 4 audit background combined with in-house leadership experience
• Additional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, CFA, or CISA
• Experience with regulatory audits and compliance frameworks in the UAE
• Strong understanding of ERP and financial systems
• Exposure to digital audit and continuous monitoring tools

- Attractive Salary + Benefits

- Strategic leadership role within a growing investment platform

- High visibility with Board and senior stakeholders

- Opportunity to shape governance and risk frameworks