Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates · Hybrid
ABOUT EDENRED Edenred is the leading digital platform for corporate services in the areas of benefits, professional mobility, and B2B payments. Operating in 44 countries, it connects more than 60 million users to over 2 …
Skills: Internal Audit, Risk Management, Compliance, AML/CFT Controls, Financial Auditing
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Lead and execute the internal audit function for a regulated Stored Value Facility business to ensure governance and regulatory compliance. Develop risk-based audit plans and conduct end-to-end audits across finance, operations, and IT systems.
Requires a bachelor's degree in business or economics and 6-10 years of internal audit experience within financial services or fintech. Professional certifications like CIA or CA and knowledge of e-money regulations are preferred.
ABOUT EDENRED
Edenred is the leading digital platform for corporate services in the areas of benefits, professional mobility, and B2B payments.
Operating in 44 countries, it connects more than 60 million users to over 2 million partner merchants through more than 1 million client companies.
Edenred offers solutions dedicated to employee engagement (meal vouchers, commuting, gift vouchers, wellness, rewards, and preferential offers to boost purchasing power), mobility (multi-energy solutions, including EV charging, fleet management services, maintenance, toll, and parking), and corporate payments (virtual cards). In addition to its own solutions, Edenred also distributes offers from more than 120 partners on its platform.
True to the Group's purpose, "Enrich connections. For good.", these solutions enhance users' well-being and purchasing power and simplify the lives of professional drivers while promoting access to healthier food, more environmentally friendly products, and more sustainable mobility. They improve the attractiveness and efficiency of businesses and vitalize the employment market and the local economy.
Edenred’s 12,000 employees are committed to making the world of work a connected ecosystem that is safer, more efficient and more responsible every day.
In 2024, thanks to its global technology assets, the Group generated a business volume of nearly €45 billion, mainly through mobile applications, online platforms and cards.
Edenred is listed on the Euronext Paris stock exchange and included in the following indices: CAC Next 20, CAC Large 60, Euronext 100, Euronext Tech Leaders, FTSE4Good, DJSI Europe Index, DJSI World Index, and MSCI Europe.
THE UAE CONTEXT
Edenred UAE is a fast growing payroll service provider serving more than 15,000 business and more than 2.2 million unbanked employees. We service over 10 banks and 35 financial institutions. We offer a unique value proposition for companies to manage their payroll and for employees to receive their salaries and use it in the simplest way offering multiple value added services via our mobile app (money transfer, mobile recharge and card services)
THE ROLE
You will lead and execute the Internal Audit function for a regulated Stored Value Facility (SVF) business, ensuring strong governance, risk management, and compliance with regulatory requirements. This role is critical in safeguarding the organisation’s financial integrity, operational resilience, and customer trust. You will work closely with senior management to provide independent assurance and insights that drive continuous improvement. It’s an exciting opportunity to shape audit practices in a fast-evolving environment
RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop and execute a risk-based internal audit plan aligned with SVF regulatory requirements and business priorities
Conduct end-to-end audits across finance, operations, IT systems, and compliance processes, including AML/CFT controls
Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management frameworks, and governance structures
Prepare clear audit reports with actionable recommendations and track remediation progress with stakeholders
Liaise with external auditors and regulators during reviews, inspections, and audits
Promote a culture of strong controls, accountability, and continuous improvement across the organization
YOUR PROFILE
Bachelor’s degree in business, economics or a related field
Professional certification, such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) or CA (Chartered Accountant) is preferred
6–10 years of experience in Internal Audit, Risk, or Compliance within financial services, fintech, or payments
Strong understanding of SVF, e-money, or payments regulations and regulatory environments
Experience auditing IT systems, data security, and operational processes is highly desirable
Experience in developing and executing audit plans and evaluating internal control systems
Proficiency in preparing and reviewing financial documents and audit reports
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders
REPORTING STRUCTURE
The selected candidate will report directly to the Head of Finance & Operations and Audit Committee.
COLLABORATION
The candidate will collaborate closely with Compliance teams responsible for regulatory and AML/CFT processes, as well as IT and business teams responsible for payments operations, customer onboarding, and transaction monitoring systems.
UAE's largest payroll provider | Financial inclusion
Edenred UAE is the UAE's largest salary processing provider serving more than 15,000 companies, 2.2 million employees, 10+ banks and 35 financial institutions. Operating out of Dubai since 2008, Edenred UAE simplifies WPS payroll for businesses and helps companies to take care of their hardworking people - by paying them on time, securely and effortlessly. We believe that everyone should have equal access to essential financial services, regardless of how much they earn. That’s why we created C3Pay for the unbanked or underbanked employees, a mobile app and card on which employees can manage their money instantly and conveniently. Our employees vibe with a Passion for Customers, Respect, Imagination, Simplicity and Entrepreneurial spirit. These core values define our culture. For anyone seeking this dynamic environment and looking to grow professionally, we strive to be the employer of choice – offering unparalleled opportunities for development to everyone who joins the Edenred journey. About Edenred Worldwide Edenred is a leading digital platform for services and payments and the everyday companion for people at work, connecting more than 60 million users and more than 2 million partner merchants in 45 countries via 1 million corporate clients. Edenred offers specific-purpose payment solutions for food (such as meal benefits), engagement (such as gift cards and engagement platforms), mobility (such as multi-energy solutions, including EV charging, maintenance, toll and parking) and corporate payments (such as virtual cards). Edenred’s 12,000 employees are committed to making the world of work a connected ecosystem that is safer, more efficient and more responsible every day. © Edenred Prepaid Cards Management Services L.L.C
Offices: Single Business Tower 43rd Floor, Dubai business bay, Dubai, Dubai 34920, AE
UAE's largest payroll provider | Financial inclusion
Edenred UAE is the UAE's largest salary processing provider serving more than 15,000 companies, 2.2 million employees, 10+ banks and 35 financial institutions. Operating out of Dubai since 2008, Edenred UAE simplifies WPS payroll for businesses and helps companies to take care of their hardworking people - by paying them on time, securely and effortlessly. We believe that everyone should have equal access to essential financial services, regardless of how much they earn. That’s why we created C3Pay for the unbanked or underbanked employees, a mobile app and card on which employees can manage their money instantly and conveniently. Our employees vibe with a Passion for Customers, Respect, Imagination, Simplicity and Entrepreneurial spirit. These core values define our culture. For anyone seeking this dynamic environment and looking to grow professionally, we strive to be the employer of choice – offering unparalleled opportunities for development to everyone who joins the Edenred journey. About Edenred Worldwide Edenred is a leading digital platform for services and payments and the everyday companion for people at work, connecting more than 60 million users and more than 2 million partner merchants in 45 countries via 1 million corporate clients. Edenred offers specific-purpose payment solutions for food (such as meal benefits), engagement (such as gift cards and engagement platforms), mobility (such as multi-energy solutions, including EV charging, maintenance, toll and parking) and corporate payments (such as virtual cards). Edenred’s 12,000 employees are committed to making the world of work a connected ecosystem that is safer, more efficient and more responsible every day. © Edenred Prepaid Cards Management Services L.L.C
Offices: Single Business Tower 43rd Floor, Dubai business bay, Dubai, Dubai 34920, AE
