Head of Shared Services Audit

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- Finance & Financial Services Advisory at Aventus Global Talent

Position:
Head of Shared Services & Control Audit

We are supporting a leading financial institution in Saudi Arabia in appointing a Head of Shared Services & Control Audit
, reporting to the Chief Audit Executive
.

This role leads the Shared Services & Control Audit function, delivering a risk-based audit plan and providing independent assurance over governance, risk management, and control environments across centralized operations. The position partners closely with senior management and regulators.

• Lead audit strategy and execution for shared services and control functions
• Deliver risk-based audit plans, reporting, and issue remediation
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders on risk and controls
• Manage external auditors, regulators, and co-sourcing partners
• Lead regulatory reviews, investigations, and special assignments
• Drive value-added insights through root-cause and emerging risk analysis
• Build and lead high-performing audit teams

• 10+ years’ experience in audit, with 5+ years in senior leadership roles
• Strong background in shared services, controls, and banking operations
• Deep knowledge of Saudi regulatory frameworks
• Proven stakeholder management and leadership capability

Due to nationalization requirements this role is strictly open to KSA Nationals only