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MISSION

The Director of Internal Audit leads the planning, execution, and oversight of internal audit activities across the organization, ensuring the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and compliance processes.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Internal Audit and working closely with the Audit Commission, this role manages a team of auditors and acts as a strategic partner to enhance operational efficiency and strengthen corporate governance.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Functional Leadership
  • Lead and coordinate the internal audit team, ensuring high-quality, consistent, and compliant audit execution.
  • Oversee the implementation of the Annual Audit Plan, based on a risk-based approach and aligned with corporate priorities.
  • Review and validate audit reports, ensuring clarity of findings and feasibility of recommendations.

• Risk Management & Internal Control
  • Assess the effectiveness of internal controls across key business processes, both at headquarters and international affiliates.
  • Contribute to the development and maintenance of the Corporate Risk Map and support SCIIF evaluations.
  • Promote continuous improvement in audit and control processes through the use of data analytics and innovative methodologies.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Build strong relationships with second-line functions (Compliance, Legal, Finance, People & Culture, Sustainability, Information Security) to ensure a holistic view of risk and control.
  • Support corporate projects and strategic initiatives led by senior management or the Audit Commission.

• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors and regulatory bodies on audit-related matters.
  • Participate in Audit Commission meetings, presenting key findings and updates on audit activities.

Internal / external contacts:

• Internal: Executive Management, Business Units, Corporate Functions.
• External: External Auditors, Professional Audit Institutions, Consultants.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• University degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or related field (MBA or specialized master's is a plus).
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) required. Additional certifications (e.g., CPA, CISA, CRMA) are a plus.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in internal and/or external audit, risk consultancy, with at least 3 years in a leadership role within a multinational environment.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Analytical thinking and results-oriented mindset.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Proficiency in audit tools and systems (Microsoft Office, SAP, Power BI).
• Fluent in English; additional languages are an asset.