Internal Auditor - Risk Management

Role Overview:

We are seeking a seasoned Internal Audit professional to join our leadership team in the Delhi NCR region. In this capacity, you will spearhead the end-to-end internal audit lifecycle, serving as a strategic advisor to senior management and the board. You will be responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls, identifying operational risks, and driving process improvements across diverse business functions. By collaborating closely with cross-functional stakeholders, you will ensure that the organization maintains a robust governance framework, effectively mitigating risks while supporting sustainable business growth and operational excellence. This role is pivotal in shaping the internal control culture of the firm and providing actionable insights that influence high-level decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and execute comprehensive risk-based audit plans to provide assurance on the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control environment.
• Lead complex process audits across various business units to identify control gaps, operational inefficiencies, and opportunities for cost optimization.
• Partner with department heads to develop and implement remediation strategies for audit findings, ensuring timely closure of identified risks.
• Facilitate risk management workshops to foster a proactive risk-aware culture across the organization, aligning operational activities with corporate governance standards.
• Prepare high-impact audit reports and presentations for the Audit Committee and senior leadership, translating technical findings into strategic business recommendations.
• Monitor regulatory compliance and internal policy adherence to safeguard the organization against financial, operational, and reputational risks.

Required Skillset:

• Demonstrated expertise in conducting complex internal audits and risk-based assessments within large-scale, multi-faceted organizations.
• Proven ability to translate intricate audit findings into clear, actionable business insights for executive-level stakeholders.
• Strong proficiency in evaluating internal controls and process frameworks, with a keen eye for identifying systemic vulnerabilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal and negotiation skills, enabling you to influence stakeholders and drive consensus during audit remediation processes.
• A professional qualification such as CA, CIA, or CISA is highly preferred, complemented by a deep understanding of industry-standard audit methodologies.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, hybrid work environment across the Delhi NCR region, managing multiple high-priority audits with minimal supervision.