Head of Internal Auditor

Role overview

Uniestate Properties LLC is looking for a seasoned, highly detail-focused and principled Head of Internal Auditor to join its Ras Al Khaimah office. In this position, you will lead internal audit activities, assess the strength of internal controls, identify operational and financial exposures, and help ensure adherence to company policies, legal obligations, and established best practices. The role is central to improving governance, increasing efficiency, reducing risk, and protecting company assets through objective assurance and practical recommendations.

About the company

Uniestate Properties is a prominent UAE real estate developer with more than 30 years of experience delivering residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects. The business is known for innovation, customer satisfaction, and a commitment to building developments and investment opportunities that support the growth of the UAE property market.

Why join

You will be part of an established real estate developer with a long track record of excellence in the UAE. The company offers a team-oriented, performance-led culture where professionals are encouraged to grow, innovate, and contribute to landmark projects. It is a place for people who want to build a meaningful long-term career and be recognized for strong performance.

Key responsibilities

• Design, carry out, and document internal audit engagements from start to finish.
• Support special review assignments whenever required.
• Share relevant information and coordinate with external auditors as needed.
• Identify when additional co-sourced audit support is needed and help arrange it based on workload.
• Develop the internal audit plan and detailed audit work programs.
• Carry out risk assessments for the areas under review.
• Build detailed risk registers that capture the nature, impact, and likelihood of risks, along with the controls in place to reduce them.
• Prepare audit work programs and testing approaches for board approval.
• Apply the approved testing strategy to meet audit objectives.
• Test the internal controls identified during planning to the extent required by the risk assessment.
• Use computer-assisted audit tools and other analytical software to support testing.
• Gather evidence that is sufficient, accurate, reliable, relevant, and useful for conclusions.
• Record an understanding of the auditee’s business and operating environment.
• Document audit findings, confirm issues with management, and capture management responses.
• Review and sign off working papers.
• Prepare control exception reports and internal audit reports.
• Hold closing discussions with the auditee to review findings and recommendations.
• Perform follow-up audits to verify that agreed corrective actions have been implemented.
• Present quarterly internal audit results, recommendations, and annual plan progress to the Board of Directors.
• Continue with your own learning and training plan and attend relevant courses.
• Seek feedback from the Board of Directors and use it to improve performance.

Experience and skills required

• At least 5 years of professional experience is required.
• Prior UAE experience is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of risk-based internal audit methods is needed.
• Experience auditing in a highly IT-dependent environment is preferred.
• Familiarity with internal audit standards and professional competencies is expected.
• Working knowledge of compliance frameworks and assurance practices is important.
• Solid understanding of audit processes, internal controls, and risk management is required.
• Ability to work with data management and analytics tools is needed.

Education and certification

A BA in Finance or Accounting is preferred, along with a recognized audit qualification.

What we offer

• The chance to contribute to some of the UAE’s most iconic projects.
• Structured learning and career development opportunities.
• A collaborative and inclusive workplace.
• A competitive compensation and benefits package.

Additional information

This is an on-site role based in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE. The company encourages applicants to submit their applications promptly, as the opportunity may close once the right candidate is found. Not every applicant will receive a response, but all applications are appreciated.