Senior Internal Auditor

The Senior Audit & Compliance Officer is responsible for ensuring the organization operates in accordance with internal controls, company policies, and external regulatory requirements. This role plays a key part in strengthening governance, transparency, and accountability across all business functions including Finance, HR, Operations, Sales, Procurement, and Marketing within the real estate development and construction environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Internal Audit & Risk Management

• Conduct periodic internal audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
• Identify gaps or irregularities and recommend practical, corrective actions.
• Evaluate financial transactions, contracts, and procurement activities to ensure compliance with company and statutory standards.
• Review project-level expenditures and progress reports for accuracy and transparency.

2. Compliance Oversight

• Ensure full compliance with UAE laws, real estate regulations (RERA, DLD), and internal company policies.
• Develop and update compliance frameworks, manuals, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Monitor adherence to Code of Conduct, anti-bribery, and ethical business practices across all departments.
• Act as the primary liaison for compliance-related inquiries or investigations.

3. Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare detailed audit and compliance reports highlighting findings, risks, and recommendations.
• Present key observations and compliance updates to senior management.
• Maintain all compliance records and audit documentation in a structured and confidential manner.

4. Cross-Department Coordination

• Collaborate with Finance, HR, Sales, Procurement, and Operations teams to ensure process integrity.
• Review new contracts, vendor agreements, and payments to ensure policy alignment.
• Work closely with department heads to implement corrective actions and prevent future non-compliance.

5. Continuous Improvement & Training

• Conduct training sessions for staff on compliance awareness and ethical conduct.
• Keep abreast of changes in UAE laws, RERA regulations, and industry standards.
• Recommend process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and internal control.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or Law (Master’s preferred).
• Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CFE, or Compliance Certification are an advantage.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in internal audit, risk management, or compliance, preferably within real estate development, construction, or contracting .
• Strong knowledge of UAE corporate laws , RERA regulations , and corporate governance frameworks .
• Excellent analytical, investigative, and reporting skills.
• High ethical standards and strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or Zoho) and MS Office applications .

Core Competencies:

• Integrity and confidentiality
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and report writing
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Strategic and risk-based thinking