Filipe Ribeiro

Background

About Filipe Ribeiro

Global Internal Audit and Investigations professional with over 10 years of experience leading complex financial and operational audits across diverse sectors—including Trading, Commodities, FMCG retail, Family-Owned Conglomerates, and semi-governmental agriculture organizations across the GCC, Americas and Africa. Proven expertise in implementing internal audit and risk departments from the ground up—from designing frameworks and risk-based plans to aligning methodologies with IIA standards, COSO ERM, and ISO I have led cross-functional audit teams across Africa, Europe, the Middle East, South and North America, managing end-to-end audit projects focused on risk mitigation, governance enhancement, and operational excellence. Known for leading and mentoring audit professionals, I regularly deliver practical training on risk assessment, data analytics, and modern audit execution to elevate team performance. Fluent in Portuguese, English, and Spanish, with strong communication skills in Lebanese Arabic, I’m adept at navigating multicultural environments presenting audit topics to C-level executives and senior management in culturally diverse settings. With international experience living and working in Portugal, Spain, Brazil, Angola, and the UAE, I bring a global mindset, cultural intelligence, and adaptability to complex, fast-paced audit environments.