Head, Internal Audit & Investigations

Job Objective:

• Manage, plan, execute, and report on Internal Audit activity within the AXA Mansard Nigeria in order to provide timely, independent assurance and in doing so, to improve the control culture and support the Group and Regional Audit.
• Provide an independent and objective assurance/consulting services to Management, the Board, and other relevant stakeholders, with the aim to add value and improve the organization’s operations, by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance process.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education/ Professional Qualification:

• BSc. from a reputable tertiary institution (preferably in accounting, information technology or other business-related fields).
• Professional qualification: ACA or ACCA, CISA, CISA, or others of similar equivalence.
• Possession of an MBA/master’s degree in relevant discipline will be added
  advantage.

Experience:

• The job holder has relevant professional qualifications, knowledge, and experience to carry out their role appropriately – the “fit” requirement.
• 9 – 10 years relevant experience in Audit (internal/external), with at least three (3) years of leadership experience, or at middle management/supervisory level
• The job holder must have the level of expertise required to play manager role/lead the IA Function (Intermediate – Advanced) and effectively support the Head of IA (CAO).
• There are no unresolved doubts as to the job holder’s repute or integrity – the
  “proper” requirement.

KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES REQUIREMENTS:

Technical:

• Business acumen: maintain expertise of the business environment, industry practices and specific organizational factors. Considerable knowledge/ experience in the financial services industry/insurance, regulatory environment, etc. and Internal Audit practice.
• A well-developed knowledge of corporate governance, risk management principles and internal controls.
• Demonstrable ability to articulate clear expectations and business goals and link these to organizational strategy.
• Internal audit delivery: deliver excellent quality internal audit engagements.
• Proficient in the use of MS Applications
• Management and leadership through team of professionals.
• Strong people skills and experience of managing/developing a multi-disciplinary team of professional IA staff. Anticipate and respond sensitively to staff problems, concerns and questions.
• Be able to monitor staff performance and workload and provide constructive and timely feedback to help others achieve their goals. Coach others to enhance their competence and professional development.
• A well-developed knowledge and ability to apply Data Analytics for audit purposes.
• Be flexible and able to adapt to change.
• Ability to influence senior levels of management, breaking down silos and sharing knowledge.
• Data Analytics: Intermediate proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques (Excel, Power BI).

Behavioural:

• Work effectively alone or as part of a team
• Think objectively demonstrating sound judgement. Critical thinking: apply process analysis, business intelligence and problem-solving techniques.
• Demonstrates strong behavioural skills: respect, humility.
• Resilient under pressure
• Strong interpersonal and relationship management skill, and ability to influence at management level.
• Some understanding of different systems, theories, and practices in a discipline
• Flexible and able to adapt to change
• Strong verbal and written communication skills – communicate with impact.
• Demonstrates empathy
• Acts in line with the AXA values: Customer First, Courage, Integrity and One AXA
• Ability and desire to keep learning
• Proficient in the use of MS Applications