• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
  
• Professional certifications required (CIA, ACA, ACCA, CISA, CRMA or equivalent).
  
• MBA or postgraduate qualification is an advantage.
  
• Minimum of 8–12years’ experience in internal audit, risk management, or compliance within financial services.
  
• Strong understanding of Internal Audit frameworks, and regulatory expectations.
  

Internal Audit Strategy

• Develop and implement a Group-wide internal audit strategy aligned with business objectives and risk appetite.
  
• Establish audit tools, methodologies, and procedures to enhance audit efficiency and effectiveness.
  
• Design and implement methodologies for identifying, assessing, monitoring, controlling, and reporting compliance risks.
  

Internal Audit Execution

• Develop and execute a risk-based annual audit plan covering all subsidiaries and key functions.
  
• Ensure thorough documentation of audit work plans, testing results, findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
  
• Conduct special audits, investigations, and provide subject-matter expertise where required.
  

Stakeholder and Regulatory Management

• Coordinate and oversee external auditors’ activities to ensure alignment and avoid duplication of efforts.
  
• Serve as the primary liaison for regulatory examinations and third-party audits.
  
• Direct collaboration between Internal Audit and regulators to ensure timely and accurate responses to findings
  

Reporting & Governance

• Issue clear, concise, and value-driven internal audit reports identifying root causes and practical solutions.
  
• Present periodic updates to the Board Audit Committee on audit activities, emerging risks, and control effectiveness.
  
• Act as a thought leader on governance, risk management, and internal control best practices across the Group.