Al-Wadey currently serves as Chief Executive Officer of Internal Audit at the Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF – Hadaf), where he plays a pivotal role in ensuring transparency, compliance, and governance excellence in one of the Kingdom’s key enablers of Vision 2030 workforce objectives.
Board Member & Audit
Thamer Al-Wadey
With over 19 years of executive experience in internal audit, governance, risk management, and fraud prevention, Thamer bin Misfer Al-Wadai has established himself as a trusted leader in advancing organizational integrity and operational efficiency. His career spans senior roles in prominent institutions, including the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority, American Express, and Samba Financial Group.
Board and Committee Roles
– Board Member, Chairman of the Audit Committee, and Member of the Nominations & Remunerations Committee – Arab National Bank – Board Member and Chairman of the Audit Committee – Spectro Pharma – Board Member and Chairman of the Audit Committee – Saudi Top Trading – Board Member and Chairman of the Audit Committee – Naba Al-Seha – Audit Committee Member – Turath Al-Madina (PIF-owned) – Audit & Risk Committee Member – Takamol Holding – Audit Committee Member – Sawaed for Business Solutions – Audit & Risk Committee Member – Future Work Company – Audit & Risk Committee Member – Tamkeen Technologies – Audit Committee Member – Integrated Human Resources Solutions – Audit & Risk Committee Member – Remat Al-Riyadh Development – Audit & Risk Committee Member – SHL Saudi Home Loans
Academic Background and Professional Certifications
– Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) – Al Yamamah University – CIA – Certified Internal Auditor – CISA – Certified Information Systems Auditor – CFE – Certified Fraud Examiner*
Leadership Impact
Through his leadership in audit, governance, and risk management, Al-Wadai ensures that the organizations he serves operate with financial discipline, regulatory compliance, and strategic resilience. His governance roles across multiple sectors — from banking and healthcare to technology and workforce solutions — underscore his influence in safeguarding institutional credibility and supporting sustainable growth.
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