Internal Auditor

About the role

As an Internal Auditor you will independently assess the adequacy and effectiveness of Lean Technologies' governance, risk management and internal control frameworks across all group entities. You will execute the annual audit plan, evaluate regulatory compliance and provide assurance to senior management and the Board/Audit Committee.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and execute risk‑based internal audits covering regulatory compliance, AML/CFT, technology, operations, governance and financial controls.
• Develop and maintain the annual group audit plan, ensuring coverage of high‑risk areas across all licensed entities.
• Assess design and operating effectiveness of controls, identify gaps and root causes, and draft clear, actionable audit findings.
• Track remediation of audit findings and coordinate with external auditors, regulators and second‑line functions.
• Support internal audit outsourcing arrangements and stay current on regulatory developments (CBUAE, SAMA, ADGM FSRA, VARA).

Required profile

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

Required skills

• Strong analytical and risk‑assessment abilities.
• Excellent written communication for reporting to senior stakeholders and committees.
• Ability to work independently across multiple entities and manage competing priorities.
• High degree of professional skepticism, integrity and discretion.

What we offer

• Competitive salary, private healthcare and flexible office hours.
• Equity stake for every team member to ensure long‑term alignment.
• Opportunity to work on a fast‑growing fintech platform serving over 350 financial institutions across MENA.
• Inclusive, equal‑opportunity workplace committed to diversity.