Internal Audit - VP

Overview:

A global financial institution is seeking a VP-level Internal Auditor to lead and execute risk-based audits across business lines. This role will focus on evaluating governance, risk management, and internal control (GRC) frameworks. Ideal candidates will have deep financial services experience and the ability to influence senior stakeholders while driving improvements in internal control practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead audits from planning to reporting, including control testing, documentation, and stakeholder engagement
• Assess business and enterprise risks, perform root-cause analyses, and provide insights on GRC effectiveness
• Draft audit findings and discuss results with senior management and the audit leadership team
• Provide credible challenge to the business and contribute to the identification and tracking of risk issues
• Participate in continuous monitoring, issue validation, special projects, and key risk assessments
• Mentor audit staff, train team members, and contribute to internal QA and process improvement initiatives

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 8–10 years of internal audit, risk, or compliance experience within the financial services industry
• Strong knowledge of GRC, operational risk, SOX, and regulatory expectations
• Experience leading audits and managing audit teams
• Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other Office applications
• Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment