Internal Auditor

Edenred Italia S.r.l.; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Edenred Italia S.r.l. Dubai-based is seeking an experienced Internal Auditor to lead and execute the internal audit function for a regulated SVF business, ensuring governance, risk management and regulatory compliance.

You will develop risk-based audit plans, conduct audits across finance, operations, IT, and compliance, and report findings with actionable recommendations while collaborating with Compliance, IT and Finance teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, economics or related field; professional certification preferred (CIA/CA).
• 6–10 years of experience in Internal Audit, Risk or Compliance within financial services, fintech or payments.
• Strong understanding of SVF, e-money, or payments regulations and regulatory environments.
• Experience auditing IT systems, data security, and operational processes is desirable.
• Experience developing and executing audit plans and evaluating internal controls.
• Proficiency in preparing and reviewing financial documents and audit reports.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a risk-based internal audit plan aligned with SVF regulatory requirements and business priorities.
• Conduct end-to-end audits across finance, operations, IT systems, and compliance processes.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management and governance structures.
• Prepare clear audit reports with actionable recommendations and track remediation progress.
• Liaise with external auditors and regulators during reviews, inspections, and audits.
• Promote a culture of strong controls, accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills

CIA or CA certification

6–10 years Internal Audit / Risk / Com

SVF / e-money / payments regs

IT systems / data security audits

Financial docs & audit reports

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, economics or related field

Job description

## Internal AuditorApply: United Arab Emirates - Dubai: Full time: Posted Today: JR021093Take a step forward and let Edenred surprise you.Every day, we deliver innovative solutions to improve the life of millions of people, connecting employees, companies, and merchants all around the world.We know there are hundred ways for you to grow. With us, you will expand your skills in a multicultural, challenging, and dynamic environment.**Dare to join Edenred and get ready to thrive in a global company that will offer you endless opportunities.**Edenred is all about meritocracy. You come as you are, and you contribute. Indeed, the Edenred Group recognizes, recruits and develops all talents and singularities.We are committed to preventing all forms of discrimination and to providing all our candidates with equal opportunities regardless of their gender and gender expression, disability, origin, religious belief and sexual orientation or any other criteria.**The Role**You will lead and execute the Internal Audit function for a regulated Stored Value Facility (SVF) business, ensuring strong governance, risk management, and compliance with regulatory requirements. This role is critical in safeguarding the organisation’s financial integrity, operational resilience, and customer trust. You will work closely with senior management to provide independent assurance and insights that drive continuous improvement. It’s an exciting opportunity to shape audit practices in a fast-evolving environment**Responsibilities*** Develop and execute a risk-based internal audit plan aligned with SVF regulatory requirements and business priorities* Conduct end-to-end audits across finance, operations, IT systems, and compliance processes, including AML/CFT controls* Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management frameworks, and governance structures* Prepare clear audit reports with actionable recommendations and track remediation progress with stakeholders* Liaise with external auditors and regulators during reviews, inspections, and audits* Promote a culture of strong controls, accountability, and continuous improvement across the organization**Your Profile*** Bachelor’s degree in business, economics or a related field* Professional certification, such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) or CA (Chartered Accountant) is preferred* 6–10 years of experience in Internal Audit, Risk, or Compliance within financial services, fintech, or payments* Strong understanding of SVF, e-money, or payments regulations and regulatory environments* Experience auditing IT systems, data security, and operational processes is highly desirable* Experience in developing and executing audit plans and evaluating internal control systems* Proficiency in preparing and reviewing financial documents and audit reports* Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders**Reporting Structure**The selected candidate will report directly to the Head of Finance & Operations and Audit Committee.**Collaboration**The candidate will collaborate closely with Compliance teams responsible for regulatory and AML/CFT processes, as well as IT and business teams responsible for payments operations, customer onboarding, and transaction monitoring systems.