Nur Izatul Fitri binti Hussein

Nur Izatul Fitri binti Hussein is a distinguished Malaysian professional in the field of internal audit and risk management. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy (Hons) from Universiti Utara Malaysia and is further qualified with a Master of Laws in Business Law and a Master of Business Administration from International Islamic University Malaysia and Heriot-Watt University, respectively. She is also a Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Fraud Examiner, Chartered Accountant, and holds the Certification in Risk Management Assurance from The Institute of Internal Auditors Inc.

With over 18 years of extensive experience, Nur Izatul Fitri’s career spans various sectors including oil & gas, property management, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and more. Her expertise encompasses internal controls, enterprise risk management, corporate governance, and fraud investigation. She began her career as a consultant at Ernst & Young Advisory Services and has held significant roles in both private and public sectors.

Currently, she serves as the Director of Risk & Integrity at MRANTI, having previously been the Chief Internal Auditor at Hengyuan Refining Company Berhad and Assistant Vice President of Group Internal Audit at Themed Attractions Resorts & Hotels Sdn Bhd. Her roles have included Vice President of Internal Audit at Iskandar Regional Development Authority and Senior Internal Auditor at PETRONAS Chemicals Group Berhad.

Nur Izatul Fitri is also a Chartered Member of The Institute of Internal Auditors Malaysia, a member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants, and an associate of Chartered Management Accountants. Her career reflects a strong commitment to enhancing internal audit practices and risk management strategies across diverse industries.

Nur Izatul Fitri binti Hussein is a prominent Malaysian professional with a substantial background in internal audit, risk management, and corporate governance. She has accumulated over 18 years of experience in her field, demonstrating a robust capacity for enhancing internal controls, compliance, and business processes across a variety of sectors.

Nur Izatul Fitri began her academic journey with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy (Hons) from Universiti Utara Malaysia, where she laid the foundation for her career in financial management and auditing. Building on this, she pursued further education, attaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Heriot-Watt University and a Master of Laws (LL.M) in Business Law from International Islamic University Malaysia. She also holds the Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) from The Institute of Internal Auditors Inc.

Her professional qualifications include being a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), and Chartered Accountant (CA). These credentials underscore her extensive expertise and dedication to the field of internal audit and risk management. She is also a Chartered Member of The Institute of Internal Auditors Malaysia and a member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants and the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners.

Nur Izatul Fitri began her career as an Audit & Tax Assistant at Chan & Co. before advancing to a Senior Associate role at Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd. Her initial experiences in consulting and auditing provided a strong foundation for her subsequent roles in various prominent organisations.

In 2009, she joined Lotte Chemical Titan (M) Sdn. Bhd. as a Senior Executive in Internal Audit, followed by a position as Assistant Manager of Risk Management at Chemical Company of Malaysia Berhad. Her tenure at PETRONAS Chemicals Group Berhad as a Senior Internal Auditor further expanded her expertise in managing complex audit assignments and risk assessments.

From 2014 to 2015, Nur Izatul Fitri served as Vice President of Internal Audit at Iskandar Regional Development Authority, where she played a pivotal role in shaping the organisation’s internal audit framework and risk management strategies. She then moved to Themed Attractions Resorts & Hotels Sdn Bhd as Assistant Vice President of Group Internal Audit, where she contributed to refining audit practices and enhancing operational efficiencies.

Her significant role as Chief Internal Auditor at Hengyuan Refining Company Berhad (formerly Shell Refining Company Berhad) from 2018 to 2022 involved overseeing comprehensive internal audit functions and driving improvements in corporate governance. 

Currently, Nur Izatul Fitri holds the position of Director of Risk & Integrity at MRANTI. Before this role, she was the Director of Integrity & Corporate Assurance at MRANTI, instrumental in reinforcing the organisation’s risk management and integrity frameworks.

Throughout her career, Nur Izatul Fitri has been involved in various activities including financial and operational audits, enterprise risk management, business continuity planning, IT general control reviews, and fraud investigations. Her work has spanned numerous industries, such as oil & gas, property management, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and education.
 

Her extensive experience and dedication to her profession reflect her capability to lead and innovate in internal audit and risk management, making significant contributions to the organisations she has served.

Nur Izatul Fitri envisions a future where organisations seamlessly integrate risk management and internal audit practices into their strategic frameworks, driving transparency, efficiency, and ethical governance. She aims to empower organisations to proactively address risks and enhance their operational resilience, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and integrity. By leveraging her extensive experience and expertise, she seeks to influence best practices in internal controls and risk management, ensuring that businesses not only comply with regulatory requirements but also achieve sustainable growth and operational excellence.