The Audit Lead – Project Assurance is responsible for
providing independent assurance and advisory services for critical and
strategic projects across the Group. This role serves as a subject matter
expert, collaborating with various audit teams, including process auditors,
cybersecurity auditors, information systems auditors, and others, to deliver
comprehensive project assurance and advisory services. The role plays a crucial
part in evaluating project governance, risk management, and control processes,
identifying potential issues, and providing recommendations for improvement.
Reports to Group Chief Internal Auditor
Job Responsibilities
Project Assurance and Advisory:
Conduct independent assessments of critical and
strategic projects, including program management, project governance, risk
management, and control processes.
Evaluate the alignment of projects with the
organization’s strategic objectives, regulatory requirements, and industry best
practices.
Assess the effectiveness of project planning,
execution, and monitoring processes, including scope, schedule, budget, and
resource management.
Identify potential risks, issues, and control
deficiencies within projects and provide recommendations for mitigation and
improvement.
Subject Matter Expertise and Collaboration:
Serve as a subject matter expert in project
assurance, providing guidance and expertise to audit teams across various
domains, including process audits, cybersecurity audits, and information
systems audits.
Collaborate with audit teams to ensure comprehensive
coverage of project risks, controls, and compliance requirements.
Foster knowledge-sharing and cross-functional
collaboration among audit teams to deliver integrated project assurance
services.
Project Risk Management:
Assist project teams in establishing and maintaining
effective risk management frameworks and processes.
Evaluate the identification, assessment, and
mitigation of project risks, including operational, financial, technological,
and strategic risks.
Provide guidance and support to project teams in
developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies.
Reporting and Communication:
Prepare comprehensive reports detailing project
assurance findings, risks, and recommendations for remediation.
Present findings and recommendations to project
teams, senior management, and relevant stakeholders, including the Chief
Internal Auditor.
Collaborate with audit teams to ensure effective
coordination and communication of project-related risks and issues.
Continuous Improvement and Thought Leadership:
Stay updated with emerging project management
practices, regulatory changes, and industry best practices related to project
assurance and advisory.
Participate in training and professional development
opportunities and knowledge-sharing events to enhance technical and advisory
skills for the Internal Audit function across the group.
Contribute to the development of project assurance
methodologies, frameworks, and best practices within the organization.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in project management, business
administration or IT preferred,
Professional certifications such as Project
Management Professional (PMP), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or equivalent.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in project
assurance, project management, internal auditing, or related roles within the
financial services industry.
Competencies
Proven expertise in project management methodologies
(e.g., Agile, Waterfall), project lifecycles, and industry best practices.
Strong understanding of risk management frameworks,
control environments, and relevant regulations (e.g., PRINCE, GDPR, PCI-DSS).
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical
thinking skills.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal,
for effective reporting, stakeholder management, and collaboration with audit
teams.
Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate
with cross-functional stakeholders across multiple locations.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as
required.
Results orientation
High integrity and strength of character
How To Apply
