Senior Director, Internal Audit - Banking & Risk Leadership

Confidential; Dhahran Compound; On-site; SAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Saudi Arabia seeks an experienced Director of Internal Audit to lead the internal audit function, ensuring effective governance, risk management, regulatory compliance, and robust internal controls across the organization.

The role requires extensive banking/financial services experience, leadership in audit, and strong SAMA regulatory knowledge, with direct experience in Saudi banks or finance companies. IPO readiness and CMA familiarity are advantageous.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in banking or financial services.
• 8+ years in internal audit and 5+ years in leadership.
• Direct experience within Saudi banks or finance companies is essential.
• Strong knowledge of SAMA regulations and governance frameworks.
• Certifications: CIA, CPA, SOCPA, ACCA, or CISA.

Responsibilities

• Lead the internal audit strategy, risk-based planning, execution, and reporting.
• Oversee financial, credit, operational, regulatory, IT, and cybersecurity audits.
• Evaluate internal controls across the financing cycle and IFRS 9/ECL.
• Strengthen governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks.
• Report to the Audit Committee and manage regulatory examinations.
• Develop the internal audit team and ensure independence and quality.

Job description

Confidential in Saudi Arabia seeks an experienced Director of Internal Audit to lead the internal audit function, ensuring effective governance, risk management, regulatory compliance, and robust internal controls across the organization.

The role requires extensive banking/financial services experience, leadership in audit, and strong SAMA regulatory knowledge, with direct experience in Saudi banks or finance companies. IPO readiness and CMA familiarity are advantageous.