Head of Risk Assessment & Internal Controls

irisexecutives; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Government employment package

Job summary

Iris Executives, a leading UAE-focused executive search firm, seeks a Head of Risk Assessment Section within its Internal Audit Department in Abu Dhabi. The role leads enterprise risk assessments, tests control effectiveness and delivers clear, action-oriented reporting for senior management.

The ideal candidate has UAE-national experience and 10+ years in ERM/GRC, internal audit or related assurance functions, with GRCP/GRCA or equivalent certification as a strong plus.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in enterprise risk management, GRC, internal audit, or related assurance functions.
• Hands-on experience embedding ERM frameworks and Three Lines accountability.
• Proven ability to assess risks, prioritise exposures and coordinate remediation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and embed enterprise risk frameworks, policies and procedures.
• Design and implement fraud risk assessment methodologies and controls.
• Identify, assess and monitor key risks across units and locations; define treatment plans.
• Prepare executive risk reports and escalate unresolved risk to senior management.

Skills

ERM framework

Fraud risk management

Internal controls

Governance & reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree

GRCP/GRCA or equivalent

Job description

Iris Executives, a leading UAE-focused executive search firm, seeks a Head of Risk Assessment Section within its Internal Audit Department in Abu Dhabi. The role leads enterprise risk assessments, tests control effectiveness and delivers clear, action-oriented reporting for senior management.

The ideal candidate has UAE-national experience and 10+ years in ERM/GRC, internal audit or related assurance functions, with GRCP/GRCA or equivalent certification as a strong plus.