Senior Internal Auditor

Role Summary

The Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for leading and managing the Group Internal Audit function across all business units, subsidiaries, and operating entities under the Group. The role serves as an independent assurance and advisory function designed to add value, strengthen governance, improve risk management practices, and enhance the effectiveness of internal controls throughout the organization.

Reporting directly to the Vice Chairman, the incumbent will develop and execute a comprehensive risk-based internal audit strategy, lead audit engagements across diverse business sectors, oversee special investigations, evaluate compliance with laws and regulations, and ensure that operational, financial, and strategic risks are appropriately identified and managed.

The role requires a highly analytical and commercially astute professional capable of engaging with executive leadership while maintaining complete independence and objectivity in assessing business processes, controls, and governance frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

Internal Audit Leadership

• Develop and implement the Group Internal Audit Charter, policies, methodologies, and audit framework.
• Establish and maintain a risk-based annual audit plan covering all Group entities and functions.
• Lead, mentor, and manage the Internal Audit team to ensure high-quality audit execution and professional development.
• Allocate resources effectively to maximize audit coverage and operational efficiency.
• Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement across the organization.

Risk Management and Internal Controls

• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal control systems across the Group.
• Assess key financial, operational, compliance, strategic, and reputational risks.
• Identify control deficiencies, process gaps, and areas of operational vulnerability.
• Recommend practical and value-adding solutions to strengthen governance and mitigate risks.
• Review risk mitigation plans and monitor implementation progress.

Financial and Operational Audits

• Lead and supervise financial, operational, compliance, forensic, and special-purpose audits.
• Review accounting processes, financial reporting accuracy, budgeting controls, and asset protection measures.
• Evaluate business processes for efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with company policies.
• Conduct audits covering procurement, inventory management, treasury, payroll, human resources, fleet operations, dealerships, travel, technology, investments, and other business functions.
• Review major contracts, investments, acquisitions, and strategic initiatives for governance and control adequacy.

Investigations and Fraud Risk Management

• Lead confidential investigations relating to fraud, misconduct, financial irregularities, ethical violations, and policy breaches.
• Coordinate forensic reviews and evidence collection where necessary.
• Prepare investigation reports with findings, root cause analysis, and recommendations.
• Liaise with Legal, HR, Compliance, and external authorities when required.
• Develop fraud prevention and detection mechanisms across the Group.

Compliance and Governance

• Monitor compliance with applicable laws, regulations, company policies, and corporate governance requirements.
• Assess compliance with UAE regulatory requirements and international best practices.
• Review the effectiveness of governance structures, delegation of authority frameworks, and management oversight mechanisms.
• Support management in strengthening compliance culture and accountability.

Reporting and Stakeholder Management

• Present audit findings, observations, and recommendations directly to the Vice Chairman and senior leadership.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports with clear risk ratings and action plans.
• Conduct closing meetings with management and obtain commitment for corrective action