Head of Internal Audit

Zohorecruit; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and benefits

Board exposure

Strategic leadership role

Job summary

Black & Grey HR is recruiting a Head of Internal Audit for a leading UAE-based investment and asset management group. You will design and lead a group-wide, risk-based internal audit function across portfolios and entities, collaborating with the Board and Audit Committee to enhance governance and controls.

You will build the annual audit plan, deploy data analytics, mentor a high-performing team, and ensure timely remediation of findings.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of internal audit experience within financial services, investment groups, asset management firms, or diversified holding companies.
• CIA certification is mandatory.
• Experience engaging with Boards, Audit Committees, and senior leadership.
• Experience with regulatory audits and UAE frameworks.
• Big 4 background with in-house leadership is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the group-wide internal audit function across investment and operating entities.
• Develop and execute a 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.
• Present audit findings and recommendations to Board and senior management.
• Mentor and lead a high-performing internal audit team.
• Drive remediation and closure of audit findings across units.

Skills

Leadership

Governance

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Multi-entity Audit

Integrity & Independence

Professional Judgment

Data Analytics

ERP & Financial Systems

Education

CIA (Certified Internal Auditor)

CPA

ACCA

CISA

CFA

Tools

ERP Systems

Digital Auditing Tools

Job description

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 23/01/2026

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.

This 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