Head of Audit – Financial Institution (SG-based)

Kerry Consulting Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Kerry Consulting Pte Ltd in Singapore is seeking a Head of Audit to lead the internal audit function within a premier financial institution. You will report to the Group Head of Internal Audit, drive strategic initiatives, oversee a multidisciplinary team, and ensure high-quality engagements across governance, risk management, and internal controls.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in internal audit within Insurance, Retail Banking or Private Wealth, with strong leadership, communication and

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in Internal Audit within Insurance, Retail Banking or Private Wealth.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Bachelor’s degree or relevant professional qualification in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead the audit function and drive strategic initiatives within the function.
• Ensure high-quality audit engagements with independent assessment of governance, risk management and internal controls.
• Manage relationships with regulators (MAS) and key stakeholders; drive innovation through data analytics and automation.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Audit oversight

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Data analytics tools

Audit software

Job description

Description

Our client, a premier financial institution, is looking to appoint a Head of Audit. This key leadership role will be based in Singapore.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Group Head of Internal Audit and as a key member of the senior leadership team, you will be instrumental in driving the strategic initiatives within audit function and lead a multi-disciplinary team. You will ensure effective execution and quality of audit engagements, providing independent assessment of governance, risk management and internal controls with clear, actionable insights to senior management and the Audit Committee. You will also manage relationships with MAS, drive audit innovation through data analytics and automation, and contribute to the broader group initiatives.

Requirements

You possess at least 15 years of experience in Internal Audit within Insurance, Retail Banking or Private Wealth, with a strong understanding of Singapore’s regulatory environment. You have demonstrated strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management capabilities, with sound judgement, boardroom presence and the ability to constructively challenge senior stakeholders. A Bachelor’s degree or relevant professional qualification in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline is required.

Registration No: R24123905

Licence No: 16S8060