Strategic Internal Audit Lead - IT & Risk

Hire Resolve; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks an experienced Internal Audit Leader to manage their client's internal audit function within a large mining or manufacturing environment. This strategic role emphasizes IT governance and risk management, requiring deep expertise in auditing sophisticated business and IT landscapes. Responsibilities include developing audit strategies, leading risk-based plans, and ensuring compliance with IIA standards. Candidates must possess a relevant degree, professional certification, and substantial leadership experience in internal audit.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ relevant auditing experience.
• At least 5 years in a senior management role.
• Proven internal audit leadership in large environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the Internal Audit strategy.
• Lead the risk-based audit plan.
• Ensure compliance with IIA Standards.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of IT auditing

Strong capability in data analytics

Exceptional analytical abilities

Outstanding report writing skills

Stakeholder engagement skills

Education

NQF 7 (Relevant degree or advanced diploma)

CIA, CISA, or CA(SA) certification

Tools

MS Office

TeamMate audit software

Job description

A leading recruitment agency seeks an experienced Internal Audit Leader to manage their client's internal audit function within a large mining or manufacturing environment. This strategic role emphasizes IT governance and risk management, requiring deep expertise in auditing sophisticated business and IT landscapes. Responsibilities include developing audit strategies, leading risk-based plans, and ensuring compliance with IIA standards. Candidates must possess a relevant degree, professional certification, and substantial leadership experience in internal audit.