About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Vice President, Internal Audit to play a key leadership role within its regional Internal Audit function (both financial and technology).

Reporting directly to the Head of Internal Audit, you will partner closely in shaping and executing the regional audit strategy across multiple Asian jurisdictions. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced audit professional who enjoys operating at both a strategic and hands-on level, leading complex audit engagements while influencing governance, risk management, and internal control practices across the organisation.

Beyond delivering independent assurance, you will work closely with senior management, regulators, and Board-level stakeholders, providing valuable insights into emerging risks, strengthening corporate governance, and driving continuous improvements in the audit function through data analytics and technology-enabled auditing.

Key Responsibilities

Regional Audit Leadership

1. Partner with the Head of Internal Audit to develop and execute a risk-based regional audit strategy aligned with business priorities and regulatory expectations.
2. Conduct enterprise-wide risk assessments to identify emerging risks and determine audit priorities across multiple jurisdictions.
3. Support the execution of the annual audit plan while ensuring effective audit coverage across regional businesses and functions.

Audit Delivery & Quality Assurance

1. Lead and oversee complex internal audit engagements across business units and regional entities from planning through reporting.
2. Review audit findings and recommendations to ensure they are commercially practical, risk-focused, and aligned with professional auditing standards.
3. Maintain high audit quality by ensuring consistency in methodology, documentation, and execution across the regional audit team.
4. Evaluate the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks while identifying opportunities for improvement.

Governance & Executive Reporting

1. Prepare high-quality reports and presentations for senior management, the Audit Committee, and Board.
2. Provide meaningful insights on key risks, control deficiencies, regulatory developments, and governance matters.
3. Support Board and Audit Committee engagements alongside the Head of Internal Audit where required.

Stakeholder Management

1. Build strong relationships with business leaders, regional management, Risk, Compliance, Finance, and other control functions.
2. Liaise with external auditors and regulators on audit-related matters.
3. Act as deputy to the Head of Internal Audit and represent the function in key internal and external engagements when required.

Team Leadership & Capability Development

1. Mentor and develop members of the Internal Audit team through coaching, technical guidance, and performance development.
2. Promote best practices in audit methodology, risk assessment, and investigative techniques.
3. Support talent development, succession planning, and the continuous enhancement of team capabilities.

Audit Transformation

1. Drive the adoption of audit analytics, automation, and technology-enabled auditing to improve audit efficiency and effectiveness.
2. Identify opportunities to modernise audit methodologies and strengthen the overall control environment across the organisation.
3. Champion a culture of continuous improvement, proactive risk management, and strong corporate governance.

Requirements

1. Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
2. Professional certification such as CIA, CISA, or an equivalent qualification is preferred.
3. Minimum 6 years of experience in Internal Audit, IT Audit, Technology Risk, or Assurance, preferably within financial services or capital markets.
4. Strong experience auditing IT general controls, technology infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, and data governance environments.
5. Proven experience leading integrated audits covering both business processes and technology controls.
6. Familiarity with multi-jurisdiction regulatory environments and cross-border audit engagements.
7. Strong understanding of governance, enterprise risk management, and internal control frameworks.
8. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with senior management and Board committees.
9. Demonstrated leadership capabilities with experience managing teams and delivering complex audit projects.
10. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
11. Willingness to travel regularly across Asia to support regional audit activities.

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