Job
Core
Plan and perform internal audit engagements for regulated clients in financial services, fintech, and crypto sectors to assess internal controls, governance, and risk management frameworks.
Role type
Internal Audit Consultant
Builds
Internal audit reports and risk-based engagement programmes for boards and senior management
Domain
Financial services, fintech, digital assets, regulatory compliance
Required skills
Internal audit methodology, risk-based auditing, control evaluation, regulatory compliance assessment, report writing, stakeholder liaison, follow-up monitoring
Preferred skills
Knowledge of UAE regulatory frameworks (DFSA, FSRA, SCA), multilingual communication (Greek/Arabic), professional certifications (CIA, ACCA, CISA)
Technologies
Microsoft Office, audit/GRC tools
Responsibilities
Prepare risk-based annual internal audit plans, perform audits covering governance/finance/AML/IT security, evaluate control effectiveness, document audit work per IIA standards, draft audit reports with recommendations, monitor implementation of findings, assess regulatory compliance, collaborate with risk/compliance teams, liaise with external auditors and regulators
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
