Senior Risk and Internal Audit Manager

About the role

The Senior Risk and Internal Audit Manager provides independent assurance and consulting services that add value and strengthen governance across the Group. The role supports the Head of Department in ensuring effective risk management, internal controls and compliance with industry best practices.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and develop a motivated Risk and Internal Audit team, communicating priorities, managing performance and delivering training.
• Prepare the annual risk‑based audit plan, multi‑year schedule and detailed audit programs tailored to each entity.
• Monitor audit activities across performance, financial, compliance and special audits, identifying key risks and documenting testing in line with International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
• Advise business units on risk mitigation strategies, fraud prevention and governance improvements.
• Oversee audit budgeting, resource planning and ensure timely delivery of audit projects despite resource constraints.
• Ensure audit reports address root causes, provide actionable recommendations and support senior management decision‑making.

Required profile

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong leadership and managerial capabilities to guide teams and drive risk‑mitigation initiatives.
• Excellent analytical abilities to assess complex processes and identify control weaknesses.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement and presentation of findings.
• Strategic thinking and problem‑solving skills to anticipate risks and develop proactive solutions.

Required skills

• SAP functional knowledge (ERP)
• Risk management frameworks and internal control models
• International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing
• Data‑analytics techniques for audit improvement
• ERP systems expertise