Senior Internal Auditor

Job Overview

AD Ports Group is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Internal Auditor to join their team in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This role involves leading internal audit activities to ensure compliance, efficiency, and effectiveness across the group’s diverse operations.

Company Overview

AD Ports Group is committed to building elite trade and logistics propositions. As trade has grown, so have we. Today, we are an integrated business across 5 clusters – Digital, Economic Cities & Free Zones, Logistics, Maritime & Shipping, and Ports connecting global maritime routes and international trading partners. Through organic growth and partnerships, AD Ports Group has developed over the years into an integrated premier enabler of trade, industrialisation, and economic diversification. Established by Emiri Decree and owned by ADQ, one of the region’s largest holding companies with a broad portfolio of major enterprises spanning key sectors of Abu Dhabi’s diversified economy.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Market Competitive
• Job Type: Full-time
• Qualifications: None / Open to all applicants
• Experience: 5 Year+

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute comprehensive internal audit engagements in accordance with professional standards.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and risk management processes.
• Prepare detailed audit reports with findings, recommendations, and action plans.
• Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and follow up on corrective actions.
• Provide expert advice on governance, risk, and compliance matters to management.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the internal audit function.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in internal audit, preferably within the logistics, ports, or government sectors.
• Strong understanding of auditing standards (e.g., IIA, ISACA) and best practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in audit software and data analysis tools.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and report writing abilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional certification (e.g., CIA, CPA, CISA) highly preferred.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a leading global trade and logistics enabler.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Career growth and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to diverse and complex business operations.
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Contribution to strategic economic diversification initiatives.