Job description

The Senior Vice President – Senior Audit Manager is responsible for leading audit assurance activities across key Citibank UAE businesses and products, including Wealth, Services, Markets, and Banking, while also overseeing cross-discipline audits within the UAE franchise. Based in Dubai and reporting directly to the UAE Head of Audit, this role provides independent, risk-based assurance over business operations, governance, and regulatory compliance. The position involves direct management of a team of Internal Audit professionals, ensuring high-quality audit execution aligned with internal standards and regulatory expectations. The Senior Audit Manager plays a critical role in annual audit planning, regulatory monitoring, delivery of audit reports, issue validation, and governance committee reporting. The role requires strong knowledge of banking products, operations, and the regulatory environment, as well as the ability to apply professional judgment in evaluating risk and escalating significant findings. The position also drives continuous improvement in audit processes, including leveraging data analytics and AI tools to enhance audit coverage and efficiency. As a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, the Senior Audit Manager provides independent challenge, strategic insights, and leadership in strengthening risk management and internal control frameworks across the organization.