Head of Internal Audit & Risk Management

Arada; Dubai; On-site; AED 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Arada in Dubai seeks a Senior Director – Internal Audit to lead the Group's Internal Audit across business units, subsidiaries and corporate functions, delivering independent assurance on governance, risk management, controls, and compliance. You will shape risk-based audit strategy and drive continuous improvement across the organization.

The role requires 18+ years in internal audit with at least 7 years in senior leadership, extensive real estate or related-sector experience, ERP proficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; professional certifications (CIA, CISA, CA, ACCA, CFE) preferred.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 18+ years of progressive Internal Audit experience, including at least 7 years in a senior leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead Group Internal Audit Strategy and annual risk-based plan.
• Provide independent assurance on governance, risk, and internal controls across the Group.
• Develop methodologies and reporting standards in line with IPPF and best practices.
• Manage audit resources and external consultants; mentor and develop team.
• Identify emerging risks and provide actionable recommendations to strengthen controls.

Skills

Internal auditing standards

COSO framework

Financial analysis

Procurement controls

Contract management

ERP systems

Audit analytics

Excel/ PowerPoint/ Power BI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

Master’s degree

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Arada in Dubai seeks a Senior Director – Internal Audit to lead the Group's Internal Audit across business units, subsidiaries and corporate functions, delivering independent assurance on governance, risk management, controls, and compliance. You will shape risk-based audit strategy and drive continuous improvement across the organization.

The role requires 18+ years in internal audit with at least 7 years in senior leadership, extensive real estate or related-sector experience, ERP proficiency