Head of Internal Audit — Strategy, Data & AI

Insignia Financial; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Insignia Financial seeks an experienced Head of Internal Audit to lead risk-based assurance across its diverse financial services businesses. You will report to the General Manager of Group Internal Audit, providing independent insight while building strong ties with Executives and Board Committees.

You will shape the audit approach with data analytics and AI, drive high-quality audits, develop a capable team, and influence strategy at the Group level.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading Internal Audit or assurance in a large, complex organisation.
• Strong knowledge of modern Internal Audit methodologies, governance, risk and controls.
• Experience developing and delivering risk-based audit plans across complex portfolios.
• Proven ability to engage, influence and constructively challenge Executives and senior leaders.
• Experience preparing and presenting insights to senior management and Board/Committees.
• Solid understanding of financial services regulation and emerging industry risks.
• Demonstrated leadership in building high-performing audit teams.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and interest in data, technology and AI.
• Relevant tertiary and professional qualifications (CA/CPA/CIA/CISA) are highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Develop and dynamically maintain a risk-based Internal Audit Plan focused on material and emerging risks.
• Lead the delivery of high-quality audits and reviews with timely, practical outcomes.
• Provide clear reporting to senior management, Executives and Board Committees.
• Build trusted relationships with senior business leaders to understand strategy and risks.
• Provide independent challenge that strengthens governance and risk maturity.
• Contribute to Group Internal Audit strategy as a Leadership Team member.
• Lead, coach and develop audit professionals to build a high-performing team.
• Drive continuous improvement in audit methodologies, ways of working, and assurance practices.
• Champion innovations in data, automation, technology and AI to enhance coverage.

Skills

Internal Audit leadership

Governance & risk

Stakeholder influence

Data analytics

AI in assurance

Regulatory knowledge

Team leadership

Education

CA/CPA/CIA/CISA

Tools

Data analytics tools

AI-enabled auditing

Job description

Insignia Financial seeks an experienced Head of Internal Audit to lead risk-based assurance across its diverse financial services businesses. You will report to the General Manager of Group Internal Audit, providing independent insight while building strong ties with Executives and Board Committees.

You will shape the audit approach with data analytics and AI, drive high-quality audits, develop a capable team, and influence strategy at the Group level.