Audit Manager - IT

DHL; Petaling Jaya; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great opportunity

International environment

Flexible learning

Competitive compensation

Job summary

DHL Group is seeking a senior IT Internal Audit Lead for the APAC region, based in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. You will manage IT audit assignments, lead a multicultural audit team, and coordinate with Bonn and regional stakeholders to strengthen internal controls.

We value strong English communication, leadership, and IT risk management. Opportunities include international exposure, career development, and a demanding, rewarding work environment.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years in audit or senior management in an international business, with 2–3 years internal audit experience.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Excellent spoken English and strong written communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage IT internal audit assignments across BUs/Divisions in the AP region.
• Lead a team of auditors based in Malaysia to conduct audit tasks.
• Oversee resourcing, execution quality and supported conclusions.
• Contribute to annual audit planning and risk assessment.
• Maintain engagement with Bonn and regional contacts for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with DHL IT and business units across regions.

Skills

Audit leadership

IT risk management

Written communication

Multicultural leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

COBIT

ITIL

ISO/IEC 27000

Job description

About DHL Group and Internal Audit

DHL Group the logistics provider of the world with over 580,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories. We are an organization that is not just moving goods around, we have a very clear purpose, and we are: Connecting People. Improving Lives. We provide challenges and opportunities for personal and professional development, we recognize the difference you bring to our business and together we share the pride of building one of the largest world leaders in logistics and supply chain.

About DHL Group and Internal Audit

DHL Group the logistics provider of the world with over 580,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories. We are an organization that is not just moving goods around, we have a very clear purpose, and we are: Connecting People. Improving Lives. We provide challenges and opportunities for personal and professional development, we recognize the difference you bring to our business and together we share the pride of building one of the largest world leaders in logistics and supply chain.

Corporate Internal Audit

of DHL Group performs worldwide audits across all business units and supporting functions, e.g., Finance, IT, Compliance of the group. We provide independent and objective auditing services and audit-related consulting services with regard to compliance requirements for the Board and Senior Management. Become a member of our international team and support us with your expertise, your creativity and your flexibility. As our business keeps growing, we want you in our APAC region. Ready to immerse yourself in the exciting world of Internal Audit? Join the team and bring your expertise on board! As part of DHL Group, you will be working with a global network of Internal Audit colleagues and benefit from a wide range of development opportunities.

We are looking for an immediate, full-time, permanent position in APAC at Petaling Jaya, Malaysia.

Job Purpose

Manage IT internal audit assignments across Business Units/Divisions in the AP region. Lead a team of auditors based in Malaysia to carry out audit tasks.

Your tasks

• Manage audit assignments to ensure appropriate resourcing, effective execution and well-supported conclusions
• Lead major audit assignments in line with their impact, complexity and risk profile
• Contribute to the annual audit planning process, including input on priorities, risk areas and resource requirements
• Maintain regular engagement with relevant departmental contacts in Bonn and across the regions to support continuous improvement of the audit function
• Build and maintain effective working relationships within the DHL IT and business communities across Business Units and Divisions
• Support the Regional Office Head in the recruitment and onboarding of audit staff
• Identify and document 'best practices' in business processes, internal control and corporate governance
• Monitor the quality standard of his/her team
• Work closely with other managers of the Asia Pacific audit team and co-operate on joint assignments.

People - Management

• Lead the Audit Team ensuring that the team is provided with clear direction, trained and motivated to meet set targets.
• Perform the appraisal process regularly for direct reports to manage individual performance and career aspirations.
• Design training programs for audit staff

Your profile

Essential

• Minimum 6 years work experience, either within the audit profession, or managerial function of a major international business & minimum of 2-3 years Internal Audit experience
• Minimum a bachelor's degree in relevant field
• Excellent spoken English and strong written communication skills
• Proven ability to lead multicultural teams effectively
• Ability to communicate technical matters clearly to non-specialist audiences
• Sound technical understanding of IT operating environments from a control's perspective
• Strong understanding of the IT systems development lifecycle
• Familiarity with relevant IT standards and frameworks, including COBIT, ITIL and ISO/IEC 27000 family
• Strong administrative, organisational, project management and planning skills
• High degree of personal accountability and ownership
• Strong cultural awareness and high standards of integrity
• Ability to build effective working relationships and develop strong professional networks
• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time, or more as business needs require

Preferred

• Big Four audit or consulting experience and/or experience in IT security and IT risk management
• Prior people management experience, including leading high-performing teams
• Experience applying AI-enabled tools to support audit planning, execution and analysis
• Knowledge of emerging IT, digitalisation and AI trends and their relevance to internal audit
• Knowledge of professional internal audit standards
• Relevant professional certification, such as CISA or CIA, would be an advantage

We offer

• Great opportunity to work for the biggest logistics company in the world
• International and virtual environment
• Flexibility and great opportunity to learn
• Tempting Compensation and benefits

DHL Group is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.