Head Of Internal Audit jobs in United Arab Emirates

As the Head of Audit, you will oversee all (IT) audit activities, ensuring the security, integrity, and compliance of our technology systems and infrastructure. You'll serve as a strategic advisor on governance and risk management, collaborating with leaders across the organization to foster a culture of operational excellence.

Main responsibilities:

Strategic Responsibilities

• Annual Audit Planning: Lead the audit component of the Annual Audit Plan, focusing on high-risk areas and critical controls.
• Policy Development: Develop and refine audit policies and procedures to align with industry standards and organizational goals.

Operational Responsibilities

• Audit Execution: Oversee and conduct audits, including infrastructure, cybersecurity, data integrity, and system implementation, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Operational Audits: Collaborate with the internal audit team to perform integrated audits, covering operational controls, ensuring that they support broader business processes effectively.
• Compliance Monitoring: Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, laws, policies, and procedures by reviewing systems and operations.
• Audit Reporting: Deliver detailed audit findings with actionable recommendations to the Internal Audit Committee and senior management.
• Fraud and Special Investigations: Conduct investigations related to fraud or other types of operational misconduct when requested by the Head of Internal Audit or senior management.
• Coordination with External Auditors: Act as the main point of contact for audit matters with external auditors and regulatory authorities, ensuring compliance and cooperation.

Compliance & Governance

• Regulatory Adherence: Keep updated on the latest developments in legislation and cybersecurity regulations to ensure the organization's controls are compliant.
• Fraud Detection and Prevention: Lead initiatives in detecting and preventing related fraud risks, ensuring robust controls are in place.
• Provide training and awareness sessions to internal teams on governance, risk management, and compliance practices.

Education:

• CIA Certification mandatory
• CISA is an added benefit

Experience:

• Minimum of 15 Years relevant experience
• 5+ years in internal audit management

Extensive experience with a strong focus on auditing, with a track record of successfully managing comprehensive and operational audits at an international level.

Leadership Skills

Proven ability to lead, inspire, and develop a high-impact team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Preferred: Tech Company Experience

Experience in a technology-focused company, ideally platform-oriented, is a plus.