
Edenred
Internal Auditor
- Permanent
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Experience 5 - 10 yrs
Job expiry date: 17/10/2026
Job overview
Date posted
02/09/2026
Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Salary
AED 30,000 - 40,000 per month
Compensation
Comprehensive package
Experience
5 - 10 yrs
Seniority
Senior & Lead
Qualification
Bachelors degree
Expiration date
17/10/2026
Job description
Stored Value Facility regulations set the boundaries this Internal Auditor role operates within at Edenred UAE, leading and executing the Internal Audit function for a regulated SVF business that serves more than 15,000 businesses and 2.2 million unbanked employees. Governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance all sit at the center of the job, with the organisation's financial integrity, operational resilience, and customer trust riding on how well it gets done. You will work closely with senior management to provide independent assurance and insights that drive continuous improvement across the business. A risk based internal audit plan gets developed and executed in line with SVF regulatory requirements and business priorities. End to end audits run across finance, operations, IT systems, and compliance processes, including AML/CFT controls. Internal controls, risk management frameworks, and governance structures all get evaluated for effectiveness, with clear audit reports and actionable recommendations tracked through to remediation. External auditors and regulators get liaised with directly during reviews, inspections, and audits. This role reports to the Head of Finance and Operations and the Audit Committee, working closely with Compliance, IT, and business teams responsible for payments operations, customer onboarding, and transaction monitoring.
Required skills
Key responsibilities
- Develop and execute a risk-based internal audit plan aligned with SVF regulatory requirements and business priorities
- Conduct end-to-end audits across finance, operations, IT systems, and compliance processes, including AML/CFT controls
- Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management frameworks, and governance structures
- Prepare clear audit reports with actionable recommendations and track remediation progress with stakeholders
- Liaise with external auditors and regulators during reviews, inspections, and audits
- Promote a culture of strong controls, accountability, and continuous improvement across the organization
Experience & skills
- Hold a bachelor's degree in business, economics, or a related field
- Carry professional certification such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) or CA (Chartered Accountant), preferred
- Bring 6 to 10 years of experience in Internal Audit, Risk, or Compliance within financial services, fintech, or payments
- Show a strong understanding of SVF, e-money, or payments regulations and regulatory environments
- Draw on experience auditing IT systems, data security, and operational processes, highly desirable
- Demonstrate experience developing and executing audit plans and evaluating internal control systems
- Apply proficiency in preparing and reviewing financial documents and audit reports
- Communicate effectively and collaborate with stakeholders using strong interpersonal skills