Black & Grey HR is hiring a Head of Internal Audit for a leading investment and asset management group based in the UAE. This is a senior leadership role responsible for building, strengthening, and leading the internal audit function across diversified investment portfolios and operating entities.
The role is ideal for a seasoned audit professional with strong governance expertise, leadership presence, and experience working with complex financial and investment structures.
Responsibilities
\- Lead and oversee the group\-wide internal audit function across investment and operating entities
\- Develop and execute a comprehensive risk\-based annual audit plan
\- Establish and maintain a robust enterprise\-wide risk and control framework
\- Evaluate governance, compliance, and internal control systems
\- Conduct audits covering financial reporting, investments, asset management, treasury, procurement, and operations
\- Review and strengthen policies, procedures, and risk management practices
\- Present audit findings, risk assessments, and recommendations to senior management and audit committees
\- Provide independent assurance to the Board and executive leadership
\- Lead special reviews, investigations, and regulatory\-related audits when required
\- Identify fraud risks, compliance gaps, and control weaknesses
\- Drive remediation and closure of audit findings across business units
\- Implement data analytics and technology\-enabled auditing practices
\- Strengthen audit governance and reporting frameworks
\- Build, mentor, and lead a high\-performing internal audit team
\- Promote a strong risk\-aware and compliance\-driven culture across the organization
