Head of Internal Audit

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 23/01/2026

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.

This 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

Requirements

• 12+ years of internal audit experience within financial services, investment groups, asset management firms, or diversified holding companies
• Professional certification such as CIA (mandatory)
• Strong exposure to investment structures, fund operations, and financial controls
• Proven experience engaging with Boards, Audit Committees, and senior leadership
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience managing complex, multi-entity audit environments
• High level of integrity, independence, and professional judgment
• Preferred Qualifications
• Big 4 audit background combined with in-house leadership experience
• Additional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, CFA, or CISA
• Experience with regulatory audits and compliance frameworks in the UAE
• Strong understanding of ERP and financial systems
• Exposure to digital audit and continuous monitoring tools

• Attractive Salary + Benefits
• Strategic leadership role within a growing investment platform
• High visibility with Board and senior stakeholders
• Opportunity to shape governance and risk frameworks

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