Director: Risk Advisory Services: Internal Audit

Edge Executive Search Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Edge Executive Search Group seeks a strategic Director to lead Internal Audit and Risk Advisory, driving growth across sectors in South Africa. You will cultivate senior client relationships, shape advisory solutions and oversee the full sales cycle from opportunity qualification to final contract.

You will lead, mentor and develop technical teams while monitoring performance, delivering strategic insights and expanding market presence in mining and telecommunications sectors.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage senior client relationships and develop opportunities.
• Strong track record in risk advisory and internal audit leadership.
• Experience across finance transformation initiatives and multi-industry exposure.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and expansion of finance transformation services across industries.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within client portfolios.
• Cultivate senior-level client relationships and tailor risk advisory solutions.
• Oversee end-to-end sales process from qualification to contract finalisation.
• Prepare technical proposals, business cases, and commercial submissions.
• Manage project pipelines, resource planning and delivery progress.
• Lead, mentor and develop technical teams for high performance.
• Contribute to revenue forecasts, sales targets and financial monitoring.
• Stay abreast of market trends and industry developments to inform growth.
• Represent the organisation at industry events to enhance profile.

Skills

Client management

Stakeholder engagement

Business development

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Risk advisory

Internal audit

Education

Honours degree in internal audit, accounting, or finance

Job description

Are you ready to lead transformative risk advisory initiatives that shape the future of finance in South Africa? Our client, a distinguished leader in consulting and finance, is seeking a strategic and seasoned Director to spearhead their Internal Audit and Risk Advisory services. This role offers the opportunity to drive market growth, build enduring client relationships, and develop innovative solutions that deliver real value.

Where You'll Make an Impact:

• Lead the development and expansion of finance transformation services across diverse industries.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within existing and prospective client portfolios.
• Cultivate and maintain senior-level client relationships, understanding their business needs and tailoring risk advisory solutions.
• Oversee the end-to-end sales process, from opportunity qualification through proposal development, negotiations, and contract finalization.
• Prepare technical proposals, business cases, and commercial submissions with strategic insight and commercial acumen.
• Manage project pipelines, resource planning, and delivery progress, ensuring optimal performance and visibility.
• Lead, mentor, and develop technical teams, ensuring alignment with business objectives and fostering a high-performance culture.
• Contribute to revenue forecasts, sales targets, and overall financial performance monitoring.
• Stay abreast of market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments to inform strategic growth initiatives.
• Represent the organisation at industry events, enhancing its profile in the finance transformation landscape.

Requirements:

• Honours degree in internal audit, accounting, or finance.
• Full professional qualification such as CIA or equivalent.
• Minimum of 12 years experience in risk advisory or internal audit.
• At least 5-6 years in a senior leadership role, such as Senior Manager.
• Strong experience in the Mining and Telecommunications sectors.
• Proven skills in client management, stakeholder engagement, and business development.
• Demonstrated leadership and strategic thinking capabilities.

Familiarity with the following is advantageous:

• Market trends in finance transformation and risk advisory.
• Cross-industry service line opportunities.

What We'll Give You:

• An opportunity to shape the future of risk advisory services within a forward-thinking organisation.
• A dynamic work environment focused on growth, innovation, and excellence.
• The chance to lead a talented team and foster professional development.