Senior Manager - Audit

Role Overview

Senior Manager - Audit at Al Futtaim, a diversified organization spanning automotive, financial services, real estate, retail, and healthcare sectors.

Company Overview

Al-Futtaim Group is a respected, privately held regional enterprise with a 90-year legacy operating in over 20 countries across multiple business divisions.

Role Purpose

Lead the internal audit function to provide independent assurance to executive leadership and the Audit Committee while driving continuous improvement in governance, risk management, and compliance across the organization's diversified operations.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Planning

• Develop and execute group-wide internal audit strategy and annual audit plans by conducting comprehensive risk assessments across business divisions
• Collaborate with Risk, Compliance, and Finance teams to align assurance activities with enterprise risk management and regulatory requirements

Audits & Investigations

• Lead complex audits, fraud investigations, and special reviews while presenting findings and actionable risk insights to department owners and division heads

Operations & Modernization

• Drive modernization of audit practices through implementation of data analytics, automation tools, and continuous auditing methodologies
• Oversee audit team performance, resource allocation, professional development, and review audit programs for quality assurance before assignment commencement

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in internal audit management or a related governance, risk, and compliance role within a large, multi-sector organization
• Strong knowledge of audit methodologies, risk frameworks, and regulatory compliance standards

Skills & Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder relationships at executive levels
• Proficiency with audit technology, data analytics tools, and continuous monitoring systems

Additional Information

• Opportunity to shape audit strategy and governance practices across a global organization operating in over 20 countries
• Access to professional development and training to advance audit and leadership capabilities
• Competitive compensation package and benefits commensurate with experience
• Collaborative work environment within a respected, privately held regional enterprise with a 90-year legacy