Group Internal Audit Leader: Strategy, Assurance & Growth

Lendlease; Sydney; On-site; AUD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Lendlease is seeking a Group Head of Internal Audit to lead and evolve the Internal Audit function, reporting to the Audit Committee with dotted line to the Group CFO. The role focuses on independent assurance, governance, and driving a technology-enabled audit capability across the Group.

You will shape and execute the Group Internal Audit Strategy and Plan, partner with senior leaders, and strengthen governance and controls while supporting informed decision-making across all operations.

Qualifications

• Seasoned leader with extensive experience in internal audit, risk management, finance or operational leadership within a large and complex organisation.
• Strong commercial acumen, deep governance and control framework understanding, and the ability to influence Boards, Audit Committees and senior executives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and evolve Lendlease's Internal Audit function; provide independent assurance to the Board and Executive Leadership Team.
• Oversee delivery of the Internal Audit Plan and establish Group-wide audit frameworks and standards; coordinate assurance across the enterprise.
• Provide independent challenge and advice to senior stakeholders and foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and risk awareness.

Job description

Lendlease is seeking a Group Head of Internal Audit to lead and evolve the Internal Audit function, reporting to the Audit Committee with dotted line to the Group CFO. The role focuses on independent assurance, governance, and driving a technology-enabled audit capability across the Group.

You will shape and execute the Group Internal Audit Strategy and Plan, partner with senior leaders, and strengthen governance and controls while supporting informed decision-making across all operations.