VP, Corporate Affairs and Audit, Investment Office, Dubai, UAE

PER, Private Equity RecruitmentDubaiUnited Arab EmiratesPosted 2 Oct 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This VP role offers a unique opportunity to shape corporate affairs and audit for a prominent investment office, driving significant impact across governance, financial oversight, and strategic planning. You'll thrive here if you possess strong leadership skills in audit, risk, and financial management, with a desire to develop your expertise in a dynamic, international environment. Embrace this chance to advance your career in Dubai and contribute to a leading organization.

Quick Overview

Seniority

Leader

Employment type

Full Time

Work mode

Hybrid

Location

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Posted

1 week ago

BudgetingCPADue DiligenceFinancial AnalysisFinancial ReportingForecastingInternal Audit

Job Description

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About our client
This is a senior finance leadership role focused on strengthening assurance, governance, financial oversight and corporate administration across the business. The role combines independent oversight with hands-on responsibility across internal audit, risk and controls, corporate governance, entity administration, financial planning, procurement and incentive scheme governance.
This role will require full relocation to Dubai. What the job involves

Internal Audit & Risk: Own the risk-based audit plan, leading internal audits, control reviews and investigations across financial, operational, technology, investment support and compliance functions
Governance & Corporate Affairs: Oversee governance processes across the business and its entities, coordinating board and committee activities, statutory filings, corporate records and regulatory obligations globally
Controls & Compliance: Assess control effectiveness, maintain remediation registers and ensure timely escalation of material risks, control failures and governance issues
Financial Planning & Analysis: Lead annual budgeting and forecasting, monitor financial performance and liquidity, and deliver insightful reporting to senior management and the board
Procurement & Commercial Management: Own the procurement framework, oversee supplier due diligence and lead negotiations for material contracts, ensuring compliance with budgets, policies and delegated authorities
Incentive & Participation Schemes: Administer bonus and long-term incentive schemes, overseeing calculations, reconciliations, participant records, payments and Agreed-Upon Procedures
Stakeholder & Team Management: Act as a trusted adviser to senior leadership and governance bodies, while managing internal teams and external advisers to ensure high-quality delivery
Continuous Improvement: Drive improvements in financial reporting, systems, data quality, controls and governance frameworks, promoting accountability, confidentiality and operational excellence

Who we are looking for

Qualified accountant (CPA, CA, ACA or equivalent)
Senior-level experience within an investment office, asset manager, private equity firm or complex multi-entity group
Proven ability to lead risk-based audits, evaluate controls, manage remediation and present findings to boards or audit committees
Strong knowledge of UAE corporate governance, entity administration and regulatory requirements. DFSA experience is preferred
Experience managing multi-jurisdictional company secretarial, statutory filing and corporate administration requirements
Commercial experience across budgeting, management reporting, procurement, contract negotiations and incentive scheme administration
Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills, with confidence using modern finance, audit and governance systems
Independent, objective and commercially minded, with the confidence to challenge constructively and provide practical solutions
Exceptional integrity, discretion and attention to detail, with the ability to manage highly sensitive information
Willing to relocate to Dubai

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