Internal Auditor – Banking

About the role

The client, a leading bank in Oman, is seeking an experienced Internal Auditor to establish and lead the Group's internal audit function. The role provides independent assurance and advisory services, ensuring robust governance, risk management, internal controls, and regulatory compliance across the organization.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop and manage the internal audit framework for the entire Group.
• Identify, assess and monitor risks, recommending effective mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with governance frameworks, regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Prepare annual audit plans, conduct risk‑based audits and deliver actionable findings.
• Evaluate ERP systems, IT controls and cybersecurity risks, performing IT audit activities.
• Collaborate with senior management, subsidiaries and external regulators to strengthen accountability.
• Produce clear, concise audit reports for the Board and Audit Committee.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Business Administration or related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, risk management, governance or compliance.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, ACCA, CISA or CMA are preferred.
• Experience in banking or diversified financial groups is advantageous.
• Fluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken) is mandatory.

Required skills

• Internal audit
• Risk management
• Compliance
• ERP systems
• IT audit practices