Internal Auditor – Risk Management Rarefind Hr Consulting

The Corporate Institute; Delhi; Hybrid; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

The Corporate Institute in Delhi NCR is seeking a seasoned Internal Audit leader to drive the end-to-end audit lifecycle, advise the board and senior management, and strengthen the organization’s governance framework through robust evaluation of internal controls.

You will design risk-based audit plans, lead complex audits across functions, coordinate remediation with department heads, and report findings to the Audit Committee, while ensuring compliance with applicable policies.

Qualifications

• CA, CIA or CISA preferred.
• Experience in large-scale, multi-functional audits.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute risk-based audit plans to assess internal controls.
• Lead complex process audits to identify control gaps and inefficiencies.
• Partner with department heads to remediate audit findings and ensure timely closure.
• Facilitate risk management workshops and governance alignment.
• Prepare high-impact audit reports for the Audit Committee and senior leadership.
• Monitor regulatory compliance and policy adherence across the organization.

Skills

Internal auditing

Risk-based assessments

Stakeholder management

Process improvement

Communication skills

Hybrid work

Education

CA qualification

CIA certification

CISA certification

Job description

Role Overview:

We are seeking a seasoned Internal Audit professional to join our leadership team in the Delhi NCR region. In this capacity, you will spearhead the end-to-end internal audit lifecycle, serving as a strategic advisor to senior management and the board. You will be responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls, identifying operational risks, and driving process improvements across diverse business functions. By collaborating closely with cross-functional stakeholders, you will ensure that the organization maintains a robust governance framework, effectively mitigating risks while supporting sustainable business growth and operational excellence. This role is pivotal in shaping the internal control culture of the firm and providing actionable insights that influence high-level decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and execute comprehensive risk-based audit plans to provide assurance on the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control environment.
• Lead complex process audits across various business units to identify control gaps, operational inefficiencies, and opportunities for cost optimization.
• Partner with department heads to develop and implement remediation strategies for audit findings, ensuring timely closure of identified risks.
• Facilitate risk management workshops to foster a proactive risk-aware culture across the organization, aligning operational activities with corporate governance standards.
• Prepare high-impact audit reports and presentations for the Audit Committee and senior leadership, translating technical findings into strategic business recommendations.
• Monitor regulatory compliance and internal policy adherence to safeguard the organization against financial, operational, and reputational risks.

Required Skillset:

• Demonstrated expertise in conducting complex internal audits and risk-based assessments within large-scale, multi-faceted organizations.
• Proven ability to translate intricate audit findings into clear, actionable business insights for executive-level stakeholders.
• Strong proficiency in evaluating internal controls and process frameworks, with a keen eye for identifying systemic vulnerabilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal and negotiation skills, enabling you to influence stakeholders and drive consensus during audit remediation processes.
• A professional qualification such as CA, CIA, or CISA is highly preferred, complemented by a deep understanding of industry-standard audit methodologies.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, hybrid work environment across the Delhi NCR region, managing multiple high-priority audits with minimal supervision.