SENIOR INTERNAL AUDIT MANAGER – INTERNAL AUDIT – SYDNEY, NSW

 

At Allianz, we’re proud to be named one of the Best Workplaces in Australia 2024 and a Great Place to Work. We’re one of the world’s leading insurance and asset management brands, with a workforce as diverse as the world around us, which is why we hire the very best people to further our commitment to securing the future for our people and customers.

 

We offer an inclusive workplace where everyone feels like they belong, while promoting a culture of lifelong learning, development, and global mobility. Join us and share your ideas, be inspired, give back to the community and feel proud to be a part an organisation doing meaningful work that matters while supporting sustainability, mental health, and well-being.

 

Let’s care for tomorrow, so we can create a better future together, for everyone.

 

The primary purpose of this role is to lead and execute the timely delivery of designated audits to expected AAL quality standards and to contribute to providing assurance, insights and credible challenge to the business, thereby helping to protect and maintain the business within the Board set risk appetite.

 

About the role

Lead and execute the on time and high quality delivery of planned audits, assessing the business area under review, including key business risks and general control environment and performing issue follow-up. Audit engagements could include assessment of projects, culture and behaviours, and IT. Producing high-quality, value-adding, internal audit reports that are accurate and succinct with issues clearly articulated, including the identification of root causes and thematic issues, and present findings to senior management and the Chief Audit Executive. Building and maintaining high-quality relationships with business stakeholders and engage and communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders. Guiding the identification and implementation of opportunities to enhance internal audit effectiveness and drive improvements in the quality of Internal Audit reporting. Overseeing special engagements, as requested by the business or other stakeholders, ensuring goals are met on a timely basis and value is provided, without impairing audit neutrality. Assisting with the preparation of the Annual Internal Audit Plan and the Five-Year Audit Plan. Sharing responsibility for achievement of strategic goals, drive a strong internal culture focused on improving quality audits, team engagement, and stakeholder engagement whilst providing feedback and coaching if needed. Exercising due professional care and diligence and ensure compliance with local and Group standards, Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards and Code of Ethics.

 

About you

Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline with relevant accreditations (e.g. Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Practising Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)). Significant experience in internal audit / risk management gained in a complex, insurance / financial services or major consulting organisation. Significant experience in the application of audit methodology including conducting risk assessments. Specific insurance audit experience will be highly regarded. Clear understanding of the three lines of defence model and of the strategic business context while looking at processes from a strategic point of view. Understanding of the IT landscape and virtual processes. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of communicating with clarity, impact and influence. Resourceful, motivated and sees tasks through to completion taking full responsibility for driving and executing own workload. Demonstrated strong commitment to delivering high-quality results and possesses drive to tackle challenges effectively.

 

Benefits and perks

Inclusive Culture: Join a supportive, open-minded team focused on customer outcomes, bringing your authentic self to work every day! Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible and remote work options and workplace adjustments, with support for your work/life balance. Career Development: Access mentoring, development and global mobility opportunities for growth and success, including access to over 10,000 learning resources. Financial and Well-being Perks: Enjoy discounts on Allianz products, retail, tech, and travel, plus financial wellness initiatives and the Employee Share Purchase Program- own a piece of your employer! For more details about our benefits, visit the Allianz Careers site.

 

 

About our culture

We care about everything that makes you, you. We believe in an equitable workplace that celebrates diversity and inclusion, where people of all genders, ages, religions, sexual orientations and abilities are not only welcomed but valued for the perspectives and talents they bring to work.  We’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and contribute their unique perspectives to our collective success and reach their fullest potential.

 

Adjustments and support

If you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to for a confidential conversation.

 

Join us. Let’s care for tomorrow. www.allianz.com.au/careers