Director, Audit Strategy & Governance – Financial Institution

Director, Audit Strategy & Governance (KL-based)

Our client is a leading financial institution with an established regional presence. It is seeking to appoint a Director, Audit Strategy & Governance in Malaysia.

Tanggung Jawab

You will lead the Audit Strategy & Governance function, driving the strategic direction, governance framework and operational effectiveness of the internal audit division. This includes maintaining the Internal Audit Charter, enhancing audit methodologies, strengthening quality assurance programmes and ensuring alignment with leading industry standards and regulatory expectations.

You will oversee the annual risk-based audit planning process, monitor audit delivery against plan and budget, and provide regular reporting to Senior Management and the Audit Committee on audit performance, key risk themes and governance matters. You will also drive continuous improvement initiatives, including the automation of reporting processes and enhancement of audit capabilities across the function. Working closely with regulators, senior stakeholders and external auditors, you will provide strategic oversight on governance, internal controls and emerging risks, while leading a high-performing team and fostering a culture of professional excellence, accountability and continuous improvement.

Persyaratan

You hold a degree with relevant professional qualifications and have at least 10 years of experience in internal audit within financial services with strong experience in audit strategy, audit methodology, quality assurance, audit planning and governance reporting.

You possess a strong understanding of internal audit standards, governance frameworks and risk management principles, with experience developing audit methodologies, leading quality assurance reviews and preparing reporting for senior management and Audit Committees.

You are an effective people leader with excellent communication, stakeholder management and analytical skills, and have the ability to influence senior stakeholders while driving continuous improvements across the internal audit function.

Untuk Mendaftar

Please submit your resume to Er Hann Ooi at eh@kerryconsulting.com quoting the job title and reference no. EH36225. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Registration No: R24123905

Nomor Lisensi: 16S8060