Head of Internal Audit (Oil & Gas / Engineering)

The Company

Our client is a leading project engineering services firm with a global footprint across Asia, Europe, and the United States. As the company embarks on a journey of both organic and inorganic growth, they are seeking an experienced Head of Internal Audit to join their dynamic leadership team.

The Role

Reporting to the Chairman of the Audit Committee and working closely with the C-suite of portfolio companies and the private equity management team, the successful candidate will:

• Build and lead a robust internal audit function that delivers independent, objective assurance and advisory services
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management practices, and governance processes across the Group
• Identify operational inefficiencies, compliance gaps, and improvement opportunities through hands-on audits and assessments
• Provide clear and actionable recommendations to enhance control frameworks and mitigate risks
• Collaborate with key business stakeholders and external auditors to ensure alignment on compliance and audit outcomes
• Navigate the complexity of operations in emerging markets and energy services environments
• Operate in a fast-paced, performance-driven, and PE-owned structure focused on value creation

This is a high-impact opportunity for an audit professional who enjoys building functions from the ground up and partnering closely with executive leadership to drive operational excellence and governance across a growing, international business.

Your Profile

As the successful candidate, you will possess a degree in Accountancy or ACCA with the following relevant experience:

• Degree in Accountancy with professional certifications (e.g. Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Fraud Examiner)
• Experience within Oil & Gas, Energy, Utilities, Chemicals, Engineering Procurement & Construction (EPC), or other project-based industries
• Exposure to a variety of organizational settings, including large organizations/MNCs and privately owned/SME environments
• Resilient and adaptable; thrives in unstructured or manual environments
• Strong understanding of internal controls, risk frameworks, governance best practices, and financial analysis
• Commercial acumen with the ability to balance business priorities and risk mitigation
• Clear, confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills; passionate about internal audit
• Willingness to travel approximately 20-30%, with flexibility based on business needs

Apply Today

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