Senior Manager - Internal Audit & Controls

Al Hamra; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Ras Al Khaimah is seeking an operational excellence specialist to identify process inefficiencies and enhance compliance standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong experience in internal audit and risk management within the real estate sector. This role will require collaboration across departments to implement effective process improvements and ensure strategic alignment with the company's goals.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in internal audit, risk management, or internal controls.
• Prior experience in the real estate or construction sector in the GCC/UAE/India.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and redesign business processes for efficiency.
• Develop internal control frameworks and improve compliance standards.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for process effectiveness.

Skills

Process Improvement

Risk Management

Internal Audit

Change Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Engineering, or related field

CA, CPA, CIA, CISA

Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt) / ISO

Job description

About the Company

Al Hamra is a Ras Al Khaimah based real estate development and investment company focused on creating premier lifestyle communities and luxury hospitality experiences. Founded in 2003, the company has been instrumental in shaping the real estate landscape of Ras Al Khaimah, particularly through developments like Al Hamra Village. Al Hamra is known for its integrated communities, master-planned developments, and investments in hospitality, retail, and leisure.

About the Role

The role is responsible for driving operational excellence across the organization by identifying inefficiencies, recommending process enhancements, and implementing effective control mechanisms. With a strong foundation in internal audit and risk management, the role ensures that all process improvements align with compliance standards and support the company’s strategic goals.

Responsible for:

1. Process Improvement & Optimization

• Analyze existing business processes across departments (development, sales, operations, procurement, etc.) to identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks.
• Design and implement streamlined workflows and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve service delivery.
• Lead cross-functional process mapping and reengineering initiatives.

2. Internal Controls & Compliance

• Develop and enhance internal control frameworks to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Collaborate with the internal audit team to address control weaknesses and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor adherence to internal control procedures and recommend improvements.

3. Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor the effectiveness of business processes and improvement initiatives.
• Provide regular reporting to senior management on process performance, risks, and control effectiveness.
• Support decision-making with data-driven analysis and insights.

4. Change Management & Training

• Champion a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization.
• Conduct training workshops and awareness sessions on new processes, tools, and control procedures.
• Manage change effectively across departments, ensuring smooth adoption of process improvements.

5. Project Management

• Lead or support strategic projects related to operational excellence, digital transformation, and governance.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional qualifications such as CA, CPA, CIA, CISA
• Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt)/ ISO preferred

Required Skills

• 7–10 years of experience, including a solid background in internal audit, risk management, or internal controls.
• Prior experience in the real estate or construction sector in the GCC/UAE/India