Regional Internal Controls Manager

Wood; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Wood is seeking a Regional Internal Controls Manager to lead and enhance the financial control framework across the designated region, ensuring rigorous operationalisation of the RACM and strengthening governance.

You will partner with Regional Finance Controllers, BU Controllers and Group Internal Controls to monitor compliance, remediate control gaps, and provide training and support to in-country finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Supports the effective operation and continuous improvement of the financial control environment across the assigned region.
• Ensures rigorous operationalisation of the RACM at regional level and provides oversight, monitoring, and training to in-country finance teams.
• Collaborates with Regional Finance Controllers, BU Controllers and Group Internal Controls to strengthen governance and remediation of control gaps.

Job description

Job Description

The Regional Internal Controls Manager supports the effective operation and continuous improvement of the financial control environment across their assigned region. The role ensures the consistent application of the Group’s risk and control Matrix (RACM) and provides regional oversight, monitoring, training, and operational support to in‑country finance teams.

The role works closely with Regional Finance Controllers, BU Controllers and Group Internal Controls to strengthen governance, remediate control gaps, monitor compliance, and support delivery of a high‑quality second line of defence within the region.

This role does not design Group policies but ensures their rigorous operationalisation at regional level.

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

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