Global Head of Internal Audit & Assurance

AXIS Capital; Alpharetta (GA); Hybrid; USD 290,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans for you and family

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Job summary

AXIS Capital is seeking a Chief Internal Audit Officer (CIAO) to lead the global Internal Audit function, shaping strategy and ensuring alignment with enterprise priorities and regulatory expectations. The role reports to the Board Audit Committee and General Counsel for administrative matters, while remaining independently governed for functional matters.

We seek a seasoned leader with 10+ years in internal audit, risk, or related assurance roles within global financial services, and deep P&C

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in finance, accounting, business, or a related discipline.
• Hold or be willing to obtain CIA/CPA or equivalent professional certification.
• Demonstrate extensive experience (minimum 10+ years) leading internal audit, risk, compliance finance, or related assurance functions.
• Demonstrate the ability to operate as an independent, trusted advisor to the Board Audit Committee and executive leadership.
• Deep knowledge of governance, internal control frameworks, and regulatory expectations in global financial services.

Responsibilities

• Setting and executing the multi-year strategy for global Internal Audit aligned with enterprise priorities.
• Leading development and delivery of a risk-based audit plan informed by management, regulators, and the Board Audit Committee.
• Identify and assess emerging risks and translate insights into audit priorities and recommendations.
• Provide independent assurance to the Board Audit Committee on plan progress and control effectiveness.
• Oversee audit coverage across underwriting, claims, investments, finance, operations, technology, and third-party risk.

Skills

Leadership

Governance

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance/accounting/business

CIA/CPA certification

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

AXIS Capital is seeking a Chief Internal Audit Officer (CIAO) to lead the global Internal Audit function, shaping strategy and ensuring alignment with enterprise priorities and regulatory expectations. The role reports to the Board Audit Committee and General Counsel for administrative matters, while remaining independently governed for functional matters.

We seek a seasoned leader with 10+ years in internal audit, risk, or related assurance roles within global financial services, and deep P&C