Job Description
Job Summary
- The Head of Internal Audit & Internal Control is responsible for developing and maintaining audit and risk management frameworks, ensuring strong governance, effective internal controls, and compliance across the organization.
- The role provides independent assurance on governance, risk, and compliance matters, while driving operational efficiency and regulatory adherence.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement internal audit plans using a risk-based approach.
- Establish and maintain internal control and operational risk management frameworks.
- Review and enhance the adequacy of control processes and risk governance structures.
- Conduct regular internal audits to assess compliance and operational effectiveness.
- Identify, assess, and monitor risks across products, processes, and systems.
- Investigate irregularities, fraud, or non-compliance, and recommend corrective measures.
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
- Oversee business continuity and crisis management frameworks, including periodic testing.
- Collaborate with internal and external auditors to resolve audit findings.
- Provide leadership, policies, and procedures for risk management and compliance.
Competency & Skills Requirements
- Professional certifications such as ICAN, ACA, ACCA, or CIA.
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience in internal audit, risk management, or compliance within financial services.
- Strong knowledge of governance, operational risk management, and regulatory requirements.
- High integrity, accountability, and ethical standards.
- Proficiency in risk modelling tools (e.g., Excel, audit software).
- Excellent leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.