Role: Internal Audit
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Saudi Candidates Only
A large, newly established organization in Riyadh is seeking a Head of Internal Audit to help set up and lead the Internal Audit function as the organization continues to grow and mature.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced audit leader who is ready to step into a visible, enterprise-wide role, with the chance to shape governance, risk, and assurance frameworks in a dynamic and fast-evolving environment.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Audit Committee, with a dotted line to the CEO, you will play a key role in establishing Internal Audit and embedding best-practice assurance across the organization. Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the setup and development of the Internal Audit function in line with IIA standards
- Helping to develop the Internal Audit Charter, methodology, and audit approach
- Contributing to the creation of a risk-based audit plan aligned to business priorities
- Reviewing governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks
- Delivering clear, practical audit insights to senior management and the Audit Committee
- Building and developing a small, high-quality Internal Audit team over time
- Working closely with senior stakeholders while maintaining appropriate independence
- Supporting regulatory readiness and the organization's continued growth and maturity
This role offers exposure to senior leadership and the Board, while still being hands-on in shaping how the function operates day to day.
Candidate Profile
We are looking for an experienced Internal Audit professional with:
- Approximately 1015 years experience in Internal Audit, Risk, or Assurance
- Experience in building, scaling, or improving Internal Audit activities or frameworks
- Some exposure to Audit Committee or senior executive reporting
- A solid understanding of governance, risk management, and internal controls
- Experience within large, complex, or regulated organizations
- Professional qualifications such as CIA, CPA, ACCA, or similar
- Strong communication skills and the confidence to engage with senior stakeholders
This role would suit a Senior Internal Audit Manager or Audit Director ready to take on broader leadership responsibility.
Why Join
- Opportunity to help build a function rather than inherit one
- Strong visibility with senior leadership and the Audit Committee
- Broad scope and genuine opportunity to grow with the organization
- Competitive package aligned to senior leadership roles
- Based in Riyadh, within a high-profile and fast-growing organization
If you are an experienced audit professional looking to step into a broader leadership role and make a meaningful impact, we would welcome a confidential discussion.
