SVP/Director, Internal Audit – Insurance (SG-based)

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

Job summary

Kerry Consulting Pte Ltd, on behalf of our client, seeks a SVP/Director, Internal Audit to lead the risk-based audit function in Singapore. You will oversee strategy, plan, and an multi-disciplinary team delivering independent assessments of governance, risk management and controls to senior management and the Audit Committee.

You will maintain strong relationships with MAS and regulators, push innovation through data analytics, and contribute to group initiatives.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in internal audit, risk, assurance or professional services within insurance or financial services.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore's regulatory environment with leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrates sound judgement and boardroom presence with ability to challenge senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee risk-based Internal Audit strategy and annual audit plan.
• Ensure effective execution and quality of audit engagements.
• Provide independent assessment of governance, risk management and internal controls.
• Deliver actionable insights to senior management and the Audit Committee.
• Maintain relationships with MAS and regulators; drive audit innovation through data analytics and automation.
• Contribute to group initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree or professional qualification in accounting/finance/business

Job description

Description

Our client, a leading insurance firm, is looking to appoint a SVP/Director, Internal Audit. This key leadership role will be based in Singapore.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Group Head of Audit and leading a multi-disciplinary team, you will oversee the risk-based Internal Audit strategy and annual audit plan. You will ensure effective execution and quality of audit engagements, provide independent assessment of governance, risk management and internal controls, and deliver clear, actionable insights to senior management and the Audit Committee. You will also maintain effective relationships with MAS and other regulators, drive audit innovation through data analytics and automation, and contribute to group initiatives.

Requirements

• At least 15 years of experience in internal audit, risk, assurance or professional services within insurance or financial services.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore's regulatory environment with excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrates sound judgement, strong boardroom presence and the ability to constructively challenge senior stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree or relevant professional qualification in accounting, finance, business or a related discipline.

Registration No: R24123905

Licence No: 16S8060