Audit Director - Insurance Operations & Investments

Oliver James; New York (NY); On-site; USD 148,500 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Life Insurance organization in New York is seeking an accomplished Internal Audit Director to manage audit coverage across Operations and Investments. This role involves risk management, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with senior leadership. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in internal audit, particularly within Life Insurance or Financial Services, and hold relevant certifications. The position is full-time and offers a salary range of $148,500 to $205,000 per year.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in internal audit, risk management, or assurance, preferably in Life Insurance or Financial Services.
• Experience in operations audit and/or investment audit required.
• Background in control frameworks and investment processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise risk assessments and develop audit plans.
• Oversee audit engagements from planning to reporting.
• Evaluate operational controls across insurance functions.
• Prepare audit reports for executive leadership.

Skills

Internal audit experience

Risk management knowledge

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of regulatory frameworks

Education

Professional certifications (CIA, CPA, CISA, CFA, or FRM)

Job description

Audit Director - Insurance Operations & Investments

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Base pay range

$148,500.00/yr - $205,000.00/yr

Internal Audit Director - Operations & Investments (Life Insurance) - New York

A leading Life Insurance organization in New York is seeking an accomplished Internal Audit Director to oversee audit coverage across Operations and Investment functions. This role will drive risk management maturity, strengthen internal controls, and ensure regulatory compliance while partnering closely with senior leadership.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise risk assessments and develop the annual audit plan for Operations and Investments
• Oversee audit engagements from planning through reporting, ensuring high-quality execution
• Evaluate operational controls across policy administration, underwriting, claims, reinsurance, and vendor management
• Provide audit oversight across investment governance, portfolio management, private assets, derivatives, and investment compliance
• Prepare audit reports and communicate insights to executive leadership and the Audit Committee
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Risk, Finance, Investments, Compliance, Actuarial) to enhance control environments
• Ensure adherence to regulatory and industry frameworks (NAIC, NYDFS, SOX/Model Audit Rule)
• Coach, develop, and mentor audit staff while fostering a strong control culture

Key Skills & Qualifications

• 10+ years of internal audit, risk management, or assurance experience, preferably within Life Insurance or Financial Services
• Background in operations audit and/or investment audit required
• Strong knowledge of control frameworks, investment processes, and insurance operations
• Professional certifications strongly preferred: CIA, CPA, CISA, CFA, or FRM
• Proven leadership experience with demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders
• Excellent communication, audit reporting, and presentation skills
• Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to execution

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Insurance Agencies and Brokerages, Insurance Carriers, and Insurance