Sr Manager, Internal Audit

Key Responsibilities

Audit Leadership & Execution

• Lead the successful execution of a portfolio of operational and compliance‑focused internal audits, ensuring engagements are delivered on time, on budget, and in accordance with GIA methodology and IIA Standards.
• Provide hands‑on leadership throughout the audit lifecycle, including planning, risk assessment, fieldwork, issue evaluation, and reporting.
• Ensure audit conclusions are supported by sound judgment, high‑quality documentation, and clear linkage to underlying risks.
• Maintain a strong focus on root cause identification, issue severity, and the sustainability of management action plans.

Risk Assessment & Audit Planning

• Support annual and ongoing risk assessment activities and contribute to the development and refinement of the audit plan.
• Identify emerging operational, compliance, and strategic risks impacting the U.S. Market and Corporate functions.
• Proactively adjust audit scope and focus based on changes in the risk environment, business priorities, and transformation initiatives.

Stakeholder Partnership & Influence

• Build trusted relationships with senior leaders and functional stakeholders through effective communication, constructive challenge, and practical insights.
• Lead sensitive risk discussions and deliver clear, concise audit results tailored to executive audiences.
• Act as a thought partner to the business by sharing trends, best practices, and forward‑looking perspectives on risk and control effectiveness.

Quality, Methodology & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure audit work complies with GIA standards, methodology, and reporting expectations.
• Mentor teams on audit quality, professional judgment, and effective risk articulation.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen audit execution through improved planning, use of data and analytics, and standardized ways of working.
• Contribute to internal initiatives that enhance audit processes, tools, and overall function maturity.

People Leadership & Talent Development

• Lead, coach, and develop audit team members, providing timely feedback, mentorship, and performance management aligned to GIA expectations.
• Build and sustain a high‑performing, inclusive team culture grounded in integrity, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Support succession planning and develop future audit leaders through meaningful stretch opportunities.