
Head of Internal Audit
- الرياض
- دائم
- دوام كامل
- Serve as the registered Internal Audit function holder with the Saudi Insurance Authority.
- Ensure all audit activities comply with Saudi governance standards.
- Collaborate with the Head of International Health Internal Audit on governance frameworks, regulatory filings and management reporting.
- Develop the annual audit plan for the Saudi branch based on a robust risk-assessment process and regulatory requirements.
- Lead end-to-end audit engagements: scoping, fieldwork, issue tracking, reporting and follow-up.
- Oversee co-sourced audit partners—allocate assignments, manage budgets, monitor quality and resolve escalations promptly.
- Build and maintain independent relationships with senior business, technology and enabling-function leaders.
- Present clear, concise and actionable audit findings to the CEO, Audit Committee and regulatory bodies.
- Represent Internal Audit in enterprise steering and operational committees.
- Drive coordination across the three lines of defense to maximize assurance coverage and avoid duplication.
- Provide value-added recommendations that enhance controls, streamline processes and mitigate emerging risks.
- Monitor and verify management action plans to ensure timely and effective remediation of audit findings.
- Minimum of 6 years’ experience in internal and/or external audit within the insurance industry and/or other financial services sectors
- Holding or pursuing professional certifications such as CPA or CIA.
- Deep understanding of auditing principles, audit standards and control frameworks.
- Direct experience with Saudi healthcare and insurance regulations is preferable.
- Proven ability to work independently, manage deadlines and maintain confidentiality.
- Proven experience of navigating complex environments and track record of influencing senior stakeholders to drive control improvements.
- Prior co-sourcing management experience and familiarity with three-lines-of-defence models is desirable.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule to accommodate project deadlines and travel.
- Team player.
- Fluency in English and Arabic, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Hybrid schedule: minimum three days per week in Riyadh office.
- Travel up to 30 percent annually for audits and internal initiatives.