Internal Audit Manager

Key Responsibilities: - Lead and manage internal audit engagements from planning through execution and reporting, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes. - Develop risk-based audit plans, perform enterprise-wide risk assessments, and evaluate the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks. - Review audit workpapers, findings, and reports prepared by the audit team to ensure compliance with professional standards and internal methodologies. - Lead engagements related to Internal Audit, Internal Controls Over Financial Reporting (ICOFR), Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Corporate Governance, and Regulatory Compliance. - Identify control deficiencies, assess business risks, and provide practical, value-added recommendations to strengthen internal controls and operational efficiency. - Build and maintain strong client relationships by acting as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact throughout engagements. - Mentor, supervise, and develop junior team members, providing technical guidance and performance feedback. - Drive business development initiatives by identifying opportunities, supporting proposals, and contributing to client acquisition and retention. - Stay updated on regulatory developments, industry trends, and emerging risks, particularly within the UAE market. - Promote the use of data analytics, automation, and technology-enabled audit techniques to enhance audit quality and efficiency. Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. - Professional qualification such as CA, ACCA, CIA, CPA, or an equivalent certification is mandatory. - Minimum 6–8 years of Internal Audit/Risk Advisory experience, including at least 3 years of UAE experience. - Previous experience leading audit engagements and managing client relationships. - Strong knowledge of internal audit standards, risk assessment methodologies, governance frameworks, and control testing. - Good understanding of UAE regulatory requirements, including CBUAE, DFSA, ADGM, SCA/CMA, and other relevant regulatory frameworks. - Experience across Financial Services, Insurance, FinTech, or diversified industries will be an advantage. - Excellent analytical, report writing, presentation, stakeholder management, and leadership skills. - Proven ability to manage multiple engagements, lead teams, and deliver projects within deadlines. - Strong business development mindset with the ability to identify growth opportunities and contribute to practice expansion. - Immediate availability is preferred.

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