Internal Audit Manager

About the Role:We are seeking an experienced Internal Audit Manager to lead and execute a risk-based internal audit strategy across regional operations. This role will act as a strategic Business Partner, collaborating with senior leadership to strengthen governance, risk management, internal controls, and operational excellence.The ideal candidate combines strong technical audit expertise with outstanding leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, and has experience working in complex multinational organizations.
Key Responsibilities:Lead and execute the annual risk-based internal audit plan across multiple countries and business units.Evaluate the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks.Perform operational, financial, compliance, and process audits to identify risks and improvement opportunities.Partner with business leaders as a trusted advisor, providing practical recommendations that add value to the organization.Present audit findings, risk assessments, and executive reports to senior management and executive committees.Drive remediation plans and monitor corrective actions until completion.Identify emerging risks and recommend proactive mitigation strategies.Promote continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence.Ensure compliance with International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (IIA) and corporate policies.Lead cross-functional and regional audit projects involving multiple stakeholders.Develop and mentor the internal audit team, fostering a high-performance culture.Build strong relationships across Finance, Operations, IT, Compliance, Legal, HR, and other business functions.
Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or related field.8+ years of experience in Internal Audit, Risk Management, Internal Controls, or Governance.At least 3 years in a leadership or people management position.Previous experience within multinational or regional organizations.Proven experience auditing operational and business processes.Strong knowledge of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), SOX (preferred), COSO, and risk assessment methodologies.Experience developing and executing risk-based audit plans.Advanced English (spoken and written) with experience interacting with regional or global stakeholders.
Soft Skills:
People ManagementStakeholder ManagementStrategic ThinkingLeadershipEffective Communication