Senior Internal Audit Manager

About This Role

Job Purpose

Support the Head of Audit in managing and delivering an effective internal audit function, leading investment-focused audits and driving audit delivery, quality, methodology, and team effectiveness across all business areas.

The following job description is intended to describe the general nature of the role. It may include additional duties as assigned and is not intended to be all-inclusive or limit the scope of responsibilities.

Core Tasks, Responsibilities and Authority

1. Support the Head of Audit in overseeing the Group’s compliance, risk, and corporate governance framework, with a focus on investment activities.

2. Identify and assess risks across the Group’s businesses, including public markets (equities, fixed income, trading) and private markets (private equity, real estate, alternatives), evaluating the effectiveness of controls against strategic objectives.

3. Support audit planning and lead execution of the audit plan, including reviews of front-to-back investment processes (deal sourcing through exit), trading activities, and key operational areas.

4. Own end-to-end audit delivery, including scoping, fieldwork, review, and reporting, ensuring outputs are clear, concise, and commercially relevant with actionable recommendations.

5. Develop and maintain risk assessments, process maps, and testing procedures aligned with Group policies and industry best practices.

6. Review and challenge key investment and operational controls, including valuation, performance reporting, and governance over investment decision-making.

7. Act as a senior stakeholder interface, particularly with investment teams, providing independent challenge while maintaining effective working relationships.

8. Provide practical advisory support on governance, risk management, and internal controls.

9. Lead and develop a small audit team, providing day-to-day oversight, coaching, and quality assurance over deliverables.

Professional Profile:

Core Competencies

1. Must hold a CA / ACCA / CFA / CIA qualification.

2. Strong exposure to Capital Markets (trading, equities, fixed income) and/or Private Markets (private equity, real estate, alternatives).

3. Specialization in Internal Audit, Assurance, and Corporate Governance.

4. UAE experience is mandatory; preference for candidates based in Abu Dhabi or willing to relocate.

5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

6. Strong audit report writing skills.

7. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint.

8. Ability to manage and motivate teams (including outsourced firms and consultants).

9. Dynamic and proactive mindset.

10. Ability to integrate technical knowledge with analytical and critical thinking.

11. Strong organizational skills and attention to details.

Experience

1. 8–12+ years of experience in internal audit, external audit, or risk.

2. Prior exposure within investment environments is required.

3. Additional experience in Hospitality, Real Estate, IT, or Healthcare is highly desirable.

4. Previous experience with a Big 4 firm is strongly preferred.