Head of Internal Audit
Hybrid · Hamilton, Hamilton (Hybrid)Internal Audit
The Head of Internal Audit leads an independent, objective audit function that provides assurance to the Board Audit Committee and Executive Management on the effectiveness of BCB Group’s governance, risk management and internal control framework.
About the role
This critical role develops and delivers a risk-based audit plan covering financial, operational, regulatory, technology and strategic controls across the organisation. The Head of Internal Audit also acts as a trusted adviser on emerging risks, regulatory developments, operational resilience, cybersecurity, digital transformation and business change.
Key accountabilities and responsibilities
- Support the Board and Executive Management by evaluating and improving risk management, internal controls and governance processes.
- Develop the annual risk-based internal audit plan for Board Audit Committee review and oversee its delivery.
- Conduct organisation-wide risk assessments and provide practical recommendations for improvement.
- Provide independent assurance over strategic initiatives, technology modernisation and digital banking programmes.
- Assess operational resilience, business continuity, incident management, cybersecurity, cloud services and data governance.
- Prepare Board Audit Committee materials and present findings to senior stakeholders, external auditors and regulators.
- Lead, mentor and develop the Internal Audit team while promoting accountability and continuous improvement.
Qualifications and experience
- A university degree in Business, Accounting or a related field.
- A professional accounting qualification such as CPA, CA, ACA or ACCA; an internal audit qualification such as CIA is preferred.
- At least ten years of progressive banking or financial-services experience, including four years in a senior internal or financial audit role.
- Experience presenting to Audit Committees, Boards of Directors and financial-services regulators.
- Strong analytical, communication, stakeholder-management and leadership skills.
- Experience with digital banking, fintech services, data analytics or relevant banking systems is highly beneficial.
