Group Internal Audit and Assurance (43036)

Job title: Group Internal Audit and Assurance
Job type: Full-time
Emp type:
Salary type: Great package
Location: Johannesburg Metro
Job published: 16 April 2025
Job ID: 43036

Job Description

 

Group Internal Audit and Assurance (Fixed term contract - 8 months)

A leading multinational group is seeking a dynamic and driven Senior Internal Auditor to join the Industrial Operations, HSEC, and Human Rights audit delivery team within its Group Internal Audit and Assurance (GIAA) function.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a global and diverse internal audit team committed to delivering impactful assurance and advisory services. The role plays a crucial part in supporting executive management and the board through valuable insights, acting as a catalyst for business improvement and positive change across the organisation.

You will lead and execute audits related to Industrial Operations, Sustainability, HSEC (Health, Safety, Environment & Communities), and Human Rights initiatives across a global portfolio. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Conducting end-to-end audit and advisory engagements with a focus on operational, sustainability, and compliance risks.

  • Gaining a strong understanding of strategic and day-to-day business activities across industrial operations.

  • Identifying and evaluating key risks and controls, and recommending practical improvements to business processes.

  • Ensuring adherence to internal audit methodologies, standards, and procedures to deliver quality outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Audit Delivery:

    • Lead the planning, execution, and reporting of audits, including scoping, budgeting, and resource management.

    • Develop tailored audit work programmes aligned to internal standards and best practices.

    • Identify control weaknesses, analyze root causes, and work with business units to develop pragmatic action plans.

    • Draft and present audit findings to relevant stakeholders and follow up on remediation progress.

  • Advisory & Special Reviews:

    • Support the business through ad-hoc special reviews and consulting projects.

    • Offer actionable insights that support strategic decision-making and operational enhancements.

  • Stakeholder Engagement:

    • Build strong working relationships across various business functions, including operations, ESG, finance, and compliance.

    • Maintain an informed perspective on evolving risks and industry trends.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, HSEC/ESG, Organisational Behaviour, or a related field.

  • CIA, CA, CPA, or CISA certification (advantageous but not mandatory).

Experience:

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in internal or external audit, ideally in a global or multinational environment.

  • Exposure to the mining, extractives, or similar asset-heavy industries is highly desirable.

  • Strong analytical mindset with a detail-oriented approach to audit delivery.

  • Proven ability to deliver high-quality work within tight deadlines.

 

Should you meet the required skills please respond to this advert

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