This senior leadership role is responsible for setting the vision and direction of internal audit, ensuring robust governance, risk management, and compliance across all operations. The successful candidate will oversee the development and execution of a comprehensive audit strategy, provide assurance to the Executive Team and Audit Committee, and drive a culture of continuous improvement and accountability. The role will report to the CFO and will also have a functional (Internal Audit) reporting line to the group Internal Audit Director.
Key Responsibilities:
- Define and implement the internal audit strategy aligned with organizational objectives and risk appetite.
- Act as a trusted advisor to the Exec team and Audit Committee on risk and control matters.
- Develop the annual audit plan, ensuring coverage of key risk areas.
- Oversee execution of audits, ensuring quality, timeliness, and actionable recommendations.
- Monitor emerging risks and regulatory changes, advising leadership on implications.
- Lead the Internal Audit function in line with IIA and group standards, providing assurance and guidance to the CEO, Exco, Audit Committee, and senior management.
- Build, lead, and inspire a high-performing internal audit team.
- Communicate audit findings and strategic insights clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences.
- Ensure the function maintains full independence and delivers high-quality, objective reporting to the Board and Audit Committee.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
- Professional qualification in Internal Audit (CMIIA) or Accountancy ACA, ACCA, CPA.
- Minimum 7+ years of internal audit experience,
- Proven ability to design and manage comprehensive audit plans.
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- In-depth knowledge of risk management, internal controls, and compliance frameworks.
- Proficiency in audit software and Microsoft Office Suite.
