Job Description We’re seeking an experienced Head of Internal Audit to lead and evolve a modern, high-impact internal audit function within a complex, regulated financial services environment. This is a unique opportunity to build and lead a contemporary co-sourced audit model, partnering closely with the Board and Executive to deliver independent, insight-driven assurance across the organisation. Your Opportunity Reporting functionally to the Board Audit Committee and administratively to the Chief Risk Officer, you will play a critical leadership role in strengthening assurance, governance and risk oversight. This is a single incumbent leadership role, focused on strategy, judgement and oversight, rather than large team management. You will manage a panel of external audit partners while ensuring audit quality, consistency and regulatory credibility. Importantly, while delivery will be supported through a co-sourced model, overall accountability for audit quality, professional judgement and reporting remains with this role. This role is also designated as a Financial Accountability Regime (FAR) accountable position and will be classified as a Senior Manager under APRA’s Fit and Proper requirements. You’ll also make an impact by: Audit Strategy & Leadership Design and implement a co-sourced internal audit model, balancing internal capability with external expertise Develop and maintain the risk-based Internal Audit Plan aligned to the organisation’s risk profile and regulatory obligations Maintain the Internal Audit Charter, methodology and quality frameworks in line with global standards Stakeholder Engagement & Influence Act as a trusted advisor to the Board Audit Committee and Executive leadership Provide clear, insightful reporting on audit outcomes, systemic risks and control effectiveness Lead engagement with regulators and ensure alignment with APRA, ASIC and related requirements Oversight of External Providers Manage and optimise relationships with outsourced internal audit partners Challenge audit scope, findings and ratings to ensure consistency and quality across delivery Ensure the right mix of capability, scalability and specialist expertise across the audit portfolio Innovation & Enablement Drive a data-enabled audit approach, incorporating analytics and continuous monitoring Explore the use of AI and advanced analytics to improve audit efficiency and insight depth Conduct targeted audits and thematic reviews where appropriate to complement outsourced coverage
