Finance & Accounting

Head of Internal Audit Salary
in Sharjah 2026

AED 38,765 /mo

AED 465,180/year · 6-9 years (Mid Career)

Annual

AED 465,180

Salary Range

30,151–44,148

Total Package

AED 38,765

Income Tax

0%

Salary Range

Where you fall among professionals in this role

AED 38,765
P10 MEDIAN P90
AED 21,106 P25: AED 30,151 P75: AED 44,148 AED 57,392

50% of Head of Internal Audits in Sharjah earn between AED 30,151 and AED 44,148 per month.

Total Compensation

Your full monthly package breakdown

Base Salary
AED 24,542
Housing Allowance 30%
AED 7,487
Transport 10%
AED 2,496
Medical Insurance
AED 735
Annual Flight
AED 551
Gratuity (accrued)
AED 1,456
Total Package
AED 38,765/mo AED 465,180/year

0% Income Tax β€” Take-home equals gross

Monthly AED 38,765
Base Salary
Housing Allowance
Transport
Medical Insurance
Annual Flight
Gratuity (accrued)

Career Salary Growth

Expected salary at different experience levels for Head of Internal Audit in Sharjah

87K 65K 43K 21K 32K 0-2 yrs 35K 3-5 yrs 40K 6-9 yrs 46K 10-14 yrs 55K 15-19 yrs 66K 20-25 yrs 61K 25-30 yrs
Experience Low (P25) Median High (P75)
0-2 years AED 24,871 AED 31,977 AED 36,418
3-5 years AED 27,374 AED 35,194 AED 40,082
6-9 years AED 31,193 AED 40,105 AED 45,674
10-14 years AED 35,826 AED 46,062 AED 52,459
15-19 years AED 42,665 AED 54,854 AED 62,473
20-25 years AED 51,705 AED 66,477 AED 75,710
25-30 years AED 47,287 AED 60,797 AED 69,241

Salary by Industry

How Head of Internal Audit pays across industries in Sharjah

Executive & General Management
AED 50,395
+30%
Banking & Financial Services
AED 46,518
+20%
Oil, Gas & Energy
AED 45,743
+18%
Legal & Compliance
AED 43,417
+12%
Engineering & Technology
AED 38,765
0%
Healthcare & Medical
AED 36,827
-5%
Finance & Accounting
AED 36,827
-5%
Construction & Real Estate
AED 35,664
-8%
Sales & Marketing
AED 34,889
-10%
Human Resources
AED 34,113
-12%
Supply Chain & Logistics
AED 34,113
-12%
Government & Public Sector
AED 32,950
-15%
Media & Creative
AED 32,950
-15%
Education & Training
AED 31,012
-20%
Hospitality & Tourism
AED 30,237
-22%

Monthly Savings Potential

With AED 38,765/mo salary and estimated expenses of AED 19,383/mo, you could save AED 19,382/mo (AED 232,584/yr).

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Frequently Asked Questions

The median salary for a Head of Internal Audit in Sharjah is AED 38,765 per month (AED 465,180 per year). Salaries range from AED 30,151 at the 25th percentile to AED 44,148 at the 75th percentile, depending on experience, skills, and the employing organization.

A Head of Internal Audit with approximately 7 years of experience in Sharjah can expect a median base salary of AED 38,765/month. With a typical benefits package including housing (AED 7,487), transport, medical insurance, and end-of-service gratuity, total monthly compensation reaches approximately AED 38,765.

In United Arab Emirates, Head of Internal Audit positions typically include a comprehensive benefits package: housing allowance (30% of base salary), transportation allowance (10%), annual flight tickets for home country visits, private medical insurance, and end-of-service gratuity as mandated by labor law. Senior roles may also include education allowance for dependents and performance bonuses.

Sharjah offers competitive salaries for Head of Internal Audit positions in the GCC region. While cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi typically anchor at the higher end of the pay scale, the lower cost of living in some cities can result in better purchasing power. Use the comparison chart above to see exact figures across all 28 GCC cities.

Sharjah is a growing market for Finance & Accounting professionals. The city offers tax-free income, a multicultural working environment, and strong demand for skilled professionals. The Finance & Accounting sector in United Arab Emirates continues to grow with Vision 2030 and diversification initiatives driving new opportunities.

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