Group Audit - Manager

Group Internal Audit Manager

Job Summary

Lead and manage risk-based internal audit engagements across the Group while supporting the Head of Group Audit in assessing the adequacy and effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal control frameworks. The role is particularly suited to candidates with exposure to financial services, treasury, investment, fixed income, funds management and related banking operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head of Group Audit in developing and executing the Group's annual audit plan.
• Lead and oversee internal audit assignments covering financial, operational, compliance and governance processes.
• Identify key business risks and evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and risk mitigation measures.
• Manage audit resources and ensure timely completion of audit engagements and reporting.
• Review audit work performed by team members and provide guidance and coaching where required.
• Engage with Management, ExCo, Boards and key stakeholders throughout the audit lifecycle.
• Present audit findings, recommendations and reports to senior management.
• Provide advisory support on process improvements, new initiatives, policy reviews and control enhancements.
• Support special reviews, investigations and ad hoc assignments as required.

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Requirements

Essential

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Banking, Business, Economics or a related discipline.
• Professional qualification such as CIA, ACCA, CPA, CA, CISA or equivalent will be an advantage.
• Minimum 8 years of Internal Audit experience, including at least 3 years in a managerial or supervisory capacity.
• Strong knowledge of risk management, internal controls, governance and audit methodologies.
• Experience leading audit engagements and managing stakeholder relationships.
• Strong analytical, report writing and presentation skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage senior management.

Strongly Preferred

• Internal Audit experience within:

  • Banking and Financial Services
  • Treasury Operations
  • Fixed Income
  • Funds / Asset Management
  • Investments
  • Capital Markets or related financial services environments

• Experience conducting audits involving:

  • Treasury activities
  • Investment operations
  • Funds management
  • Banking operations
  • Financial instruments and related controls

• Exposure to regulatory and compliance requirements within financial institutions or investment-related businesses.

Personal Attributes

• Independent and objective thinker with strong professional judgement.
• Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive control improvements.
• Results-oriented with strong attention to detail.