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Internal Audit Establishment Lead - Part Time

Internal Audit Establishment Lead - Part Time

Our client is a very well established and highly respected New Zealand success story which has recently been acquired by a global infrastructure private equity group. The company employs over 1,600 staff and has multiple locations throughout the country.

The Internal Audit Establishment Lead will be responsible for establishing and embedding the internal audit function within this organisation. This critical role will involve setting up the audit program, ensuring it aligns with the company's risk register, and meeting insurance and regulatory commitments.

Reporting to the CFO the key responsibilities will include:
- Establish Internal Audit Function:
- Develop and implement the internal audit program based on the company’s risk register and other relevant requirements.
- Review existing internal audit activities across the business, identifying areas for improvement.

Audit Approach and Reporting:
- Develop and implement the methodology for conducting audits, ensuring that all processes are robust and consistent.
- Establish clear reporting mechanisms for audit findings, ensuring that these are communicated effectively to the executive team and the Audit and Risk Committee.

Resource Management:
- Determine and establish the appropriate resourcing mechanisms for the audit program, balancing internal staff and external advisors.
- Ensure resources are effectively utilized to cover all audit requirements within the specified timeframe.

Risk Management and Change Leadership:
- Remain cognisant of enterprise risk, organisational dynamics, and the need for engagement and change management throughout the audit establishment process.
- Prioritise and manage multiple risk priorities, ensuring alignment with the organisations overall strategic objectives.

About you:
- Proven experience in establishing an internal audit function within an organisation, ideally from within (rather than as an external advisor).
- Experience as part of an executive team, preferably at the CFO or CRO level.
- Strong background in risk management, audit processes, and regulatory compliance.
- Excellent leadership and change management skills, with the ability to engage and influence across all levels of the organisation.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on practical solutions.
- Superior communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to clearly convey complex information.

This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in establishing a crucial function within a very well performing organisation. The successful candidate will be instrumental in shaping the future of the internal audit program and ensuring that the company’s risk management practices are robust and forward-looking.

For further details please apply HERE now or contact Chris Jeffery on 09 358 0888 or chris.jeffery@dga.nz

Reference: CJ1255537

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