Internal Auditor - Risk & Regulatory Assurance

About the role

Lean Technologies is seeking an Internal Auditor focused on Risk & Regulatory Assurance to independently evaluate the effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal control frameworks across its fintech operations in the MENA region.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and execute risk‑based internal audits covering regulatory compliance, AML/CFT, technology operations, governance and financial controls across all group entities.
• Develop and maintain the annual audit plan, ensuring coverage of high‑risk areas and alignment with CBUAE, SAMA, ADGM FSRA and VARA requirements.
• Assess design and operating effectiveness of controls, identify gaps, root causes and recommend remediation.
• Prepare clear audit reports for senior management, the Audit Committee and relevant regulatory bodies, and track follow‑up actions.
• Coordinate with external auditors, regulators and second‑line functions to avoid duplication of effort.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field.
• 4–7 years of internal audit experience, preferably in fintech, payments or financial services, with exposure to multiple GCC regulatory jurisdictions.
• Professional certification such as CIA, CISA or ACCA is preferred.

Required skills

• Internal Audit
• Virtual asset regulatory frameworks
• Technology and operations governance
• Regulatory Compliance
• Financial Controls
• CFT
• Open Finance
• Audit reporting
• Audit outsourcing/co‑sourcing
• Retail Payment Systems regulation
• Open Banking
• Risk‑based internal audits
• AML

What we offer

• Competitive salary and private healthcare.
• Flexible office hours and equity participation for all team members.