Independent Non-Executive Director — Chair Audit Committee

Confidential search | International (Dubai‑based board) | Three‑year initial term

Our client is an independent, privately owned specialty chemical distributor and manufacturer operating across Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. With 1,300+ employees across 40+ countries and 150+ sites, the group is organised across five business units spanning coatings and construction, food ingredients, life sciences, energy and petrochemicals, and advanced materials. It is privately held with no public reporting obligations, operates an ISO 9001:2015‑certified quality management system, and is committed to Responsible Care® and a UN SDG‑linked ESG agenda.

Reporting to the Chair, you will provide independent oversight and constructive challenge to the executive on financial and strategic matters. As Chair of the Audit Committee you will set its agenda, lead oversight of financial‑reporting integrity and internal control, oversee risk management, and own the relationship with the internal and external auditors. You will serve as the Committee’s designated financial expert and contribute to wider board discussions on strategy.

A recognised professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CA, CIMA or equivalent); a corporate‑governance or director credential (e.g. IoD Chartered Director, GCC BDI) is advantageous.