Lead Auditor Jobs in Abu Dhabi, UAE/Dubai at Remotedxb

Responsibilities

Support the implementation and operation of the internal audit assurance framework for Remitly’s UAE entity
Develop the annual audit plan for the UAE legal entity, including risk assessment and budgeting
Lead end-to-end audit engagements from scoping and planning through fieldwork and reporting
Monitor implementation of internal audit recommendations and management remediation actions
Build relationships with internal stakeholders in Compliance, Legal, Risk, Operations, Product, and Engineering
Oversee co-source partner engagements to ensure alignment with GAA methodology and quality
Interact directly with the UAE entity Board of Directors and local regulators

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Risk, or a related field
7+ years of experience in internal audit, compliance assurance, or risk testing within financial services or fintech
Proven experience with UAE regulatory frameworks (CBUAE, DFSA, or FSRA)
Ability to manage the full audit lifecycle independently
Strong understanding of AML/CFT, sanctions, and consumer protection regulations
Experience using data analytics and technology in audit workflows
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for Board-level reporting

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with CBUAE’s Internal Audit Standards for Licensed Financial Institutions
Familiarity with cross-border payments compliance and transaction monitoring
Professional certifications such as CIA, CRCM, CRMA, CISA, or CAMS

Benefits

About the Company

Remitly is a leading digital financial services provider helping immigrants send money home safely and reliably in over 170 countries.

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Title: Lead Auditor

Company: Remotedxb

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE/Dubai

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