Deputy Head of Internal Audit - Lead Risk & Assurance

Apollo Solutions; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Apollo Solutions invites applications for an Internal Audit Senior Manager/Deputy Head of Internal Audit in Dublin. The role focuses on leading the risk-based Internal Audit Plan, overseeing audits across functions, and delivering insights to executives.

You will shape governance practices, mentor the Internal Audit team, and collaborate with senior leaders to strengthen controls in a global consumer goods environment. Hybrid work is available in Dublin.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Internal Audit, Assurance, Risk Management, or related disciplines.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams and managing complex projects.
• Strong understanding of governance, risk and internal control frameworks.
• Proven ability to manage sensitive matters with professionalism and discretion.
• Excellent leadership, coaching and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and delivery of the risk-based Internal Audit Plan, ensuring alignment with business objectives and key risks.
• Own and oversee a portfolio of audit engagements across multiple functions and business areas.
• Identify emerging risks, control themes, and systemic issues, providing meaningful insights to senior stakeholders.
• Lead or provide significant oversight on high-risk, cross-functional, and enterprise-wide audits.
• Develop strong relationships with executive leadership and key business partners.
• Support governance reporting, including updates for senior leadership and audit committees.
• Lead, coach, and develop members of the Internal Audit team.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning and professional excellence.
• Support talent development, succession planning and capability building across the function.

Skills

Leadership

Governance

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Auditing

Job description

Apollo Solutions invites applications for an Internal Audit Senior Manager/Deputy Head of Internal Audit in Dublin. The role focuses on leading the risk-based Internal Audit Plan, overseeing audits across functions, and delivering insights to executives.

You will shape governance practices, mentor the Internal Audit team, and collaborate with senior leaders to strengthen controls in a global consumer goods environment. Hybrid work is available in Dublin.