VP, Corporate Governance & Internal Audit - Dubai

PER; Dubai; On-site; AED 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

PER is seeking a seasoned finance leader to strengthen assurance, governance, financial oversight and corporate administration across the business. The role combines independent oversight with hands-on responsibility across internal audit, risk and controls, corporate governance, entity administration, financial planning, procurement and incentive scheme governance.

This senior position requires relocation to Dubai and reports to the board and senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (CPA, CA, ACA or equivalent).
• Senior-level experience within an investment office, asset manager, private equity firm or complex multi-entity group.
• Proven ability to lead risk-based audits, evaluate controls, manage remediation and present findings to boards or audit committees.
• Strong knowledge of UAE corporate governance, entity administration and regulatory requirements. DFSA experience is preferred.
• Experience managing multi-jurisdictional company secretarial, statutory filing and corporate administration requirements.
• Commercial experience across budgeting, management reporting, procurement, contract negotiations and incentive scheme administration.
• Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills, with confidence using modern finance, audit and governance systems.
• Independent, objective and commercially minded, with the confidence to challenge constructively and provide practical solutions.
• Exceptional integrity, discretion and attention to detail, with the ability to manage highly sensitive information.
• Willing to relocate to Dubai.

Responsibilities

• Own the risk-based audit plan, leading internal audits, control reviews and investigations across financial, operational, technology, investment support and compliance functions
• Oversee governance processes across the business and its entities, coordinating board and committee activities, statutory filings, corporate records and regulatory obligations globally
• Assess control effectiveness, maintain remediation registers and ensure timely escalation of material risks, control failures and governance issues
• Lead annual budgeting and forecasting, monitor financial performance and liquidity, and deliver insightful reporting to senior management and the board
• Own the procurement framework, oversee supplier due diligence and lead negotiations for material contracts, ensuring compliance with budgets, policies and delegated authorities
• Administer bonus and long-term incentive schemes, overseeing calculations, reconciliations, participant records, payments and Agreed-Upon Procedures
• Act as a trusted adviser to senior leadership and governance bodies, while managing internal teams and external advisers to ensure high-quality delivery
• Drive improvements in financial reporting, systems, data quality, controls and governance frameworks, promoting accountability, confidentiality and operational excellence

Skills

Internal Audit

Governance

Finance Leadership

Regulatory Knowledge UAE

Education

CPA, CA, ACA or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

PER is seeking a seasoned finance leader to strengthen assurance, governance, financial oversight and corporate administration across the business. The role combines independent oversight with hands-on responsibility across internal audit, risk and controls, corporate governance, entity administration, financial planning, procurement and incentive scheme governance.

This senior position requires relocation to Dubai and reports to the board and senior leadership.