Audit Governance & Integrity Principal - Continuous Audi

Date: 9 Nov 2026

Custom Field 1: 747138

Location:

Riyadh, SA

Facility: Audit

Job Description
OVERVIEW
Job Title	Principal	Job Code	747138	Grade	E1
Group	-	Division	Internal Audit
Department	Continuous Audi	Unit	Audit Governance & Integrity

ROLE PURPOSE

The aim is to state the overall significance of the job from the organization’s perspective.

The role exists to support internal audit effectiveness and organizational integrity by providing expert guidance on audit strategy, methodology, quality assurance, and performance reporting, and coordinating whistleblowing, fraud prevention, and investigation support activities to strengthen audit practices and ethical conduct across Elm.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & ACTIVITIES This section describes the principal outputs required from the job.
Key Accountabilities	Key Activities
Internal Audit Strategy & Initiatives	Contribute to the development and execution of the Internal Audit Strategy and its implementation roadmap. Translate strategic priorities into initiatives, milestones, and performance measures with relevant stakeholders. Monitor initiative progress, analyze delivery gaps, and recommend corrective actions to support strategic objectives.
Audit Methodology & Practice Improvement	Develop and update internal audit methodologies, procedures, and practical guidance. Evaluate audit practices and recommend improvements based on quality reviews, stakeholder feedback, and relevant professional standards. Guide audit teams on applying approved methodologies and adopting consistent practices.
Internal Audit Quality Assurance	Implement and maintain the Internal Audit Quality Assurance Program and related review activities. Assess adherence to approved audit methodologies and applicable professional requirements and document improvement opportunities. Coordinate quality improvement actions with responsible owners and follow up on implementation.
Performance Measurement & Executive Reporting	Develop and maintain indicators covering internal audit performance, integrity, and fraud prevention activities. Analyze results and prepare executive reports and dashboards highlighting trends, gaps, and required actions. Validate reporting inputs and recommend improvements to performance measurement and reporting practices.
Whistleblowing Channels & Case Follow-up	Coordinate the operation of approved whistleblowing channels and maintain secure records of reported concerns. Review and route reports to authorized parties in accordance with approved protocols and confidentiality requirements. Track case status and follow-up actions and escalate overdue or sensitive matters through designated channels.
Fraud Risk Assessment & Prevention	Support fraud risk assessments by analyzing relevant processes, risk indicators, and control vulnerabilities. Develop practical recommendations to strengthen preventive controls and address identified fraud risks. Coordinate fraud prevention initiatives and follow up on agreed actions with relevant stakeholders.
Investigation & Preventive Action Support	Support authorized investigations through evidence compilation, analysis, and documentation within the assigned scope. Coordinate information requests and investigation support activities with relevant stakeholders. Consolidate lessons learned and recommend preventive actions to address recurring weaknesses.
Integrity Awareness & Capability Building	Develop and deliver awareness sessions and training materials on integrity, ethical conduct, and fraud prevention. Provide expert guidance to relevant teams on audit practices and integrity-related procedures. Evaluate awareness feedback and identify opportunities to strengthen ethical culture and professional capabilities.
Policies, Processes & Procedures	Follow all relevant departmental policies, processes, standard operating procedures, and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner. Comply with all relevant safety, quality, and environmental management policies, procedures, and controls to ensure a healthy and safe work environment.
Information Security	Comply with all relevant information security practices and standards to ensure data integrity and confidentiality.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Academic and professional qualifications	Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Law, or a related field. Relevant professional certifications, such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), are considered an advantage.
Years and Nature of Experience	8–10 years of relevant experience in internal auditing, audit methodology and quality assurance, audit governance, or fraud risk and integrity activities, including experience in performance reporting and stakeholder coordination.