Senior Manager Internal Audit | P&C Insurance

A leading global financial services organization is seeking a Senior Internal Audit Manager to join its North America–based audit leadership team. This role sits within a high-performing, internationally distributed audit function composed of professionals across multiple regions and backgrounds, all aligned around strengthening enterprise risk management and governance.

The audit team operates as a unified global function, focused on delivering forward-looking insights, identifying emerging risks, and continuously enhancing audit practices. This position offers a strong opportunity to influence how audit is delivered at scale, contribute to transformation initiatives, and help shape a modern, insight-driven audit approach.

Location:

Schaumburg, Illinois (Hybrid - 3 days/week) - Relocation Assistance offered if not local

In this role, you will partner closely with senior audit leadership across regions and business units to assess risk, define audit priorities, and execute a diverse portfolio of audit engagements. You will play a key role in both delivery and evolution of the audit function, while also developing talent and strengthening stakeholder relationships across the organization.

• Collaborate with regional and functional audit leaders to evaluate risk landscapes and develop comprehensive audit plans aligned to evolving business priorities
• Lead and oversee a portfolio of audits, including local, cross-functional, and enterprise-wide reviews, ensuring delivery against quality, timeline, and budget expectations
• Provide subject matter expertise throughout the audit lifecycle, including planning, execution, reporting, and stakeholder engagement
• Monitor and drive the timely resolution of audit findings and agreed remediation actions
• Identify recurring themes and trends across audit results, and communicate insights to senior leadership and governance committees
• Contribute to the advancement of audit methodologies, tools, and capabilities, including participation in transformation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support the development of team members through coaching, mentoring, and knowledge-sharing efforts
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with business leaders and key stakeholders across multiple geographies
• Participate in broader discussions on control environments, risk management practices, and organizational effectiveness

• Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of experience in audit, finance, or a related field
• OR
• High school diploma (or equivalent) with 12+ years of relevant experience
• OR
• Associate’s degree with a professional insurance or audit-related certification and 10+ years of experience

• Extensive experience in auditing (typically 8–10+ years), including time in leadership roles such as Senior Manager, Director, or equivalent
• Exposure to audits involving third-party vendors, outsourcing arrangements, or large-scale projects
• Background in financial services, with insurance experience considered a plus
• Demonstrated success contributing to organizational change, transformation initiatives, or capability-building efforts
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to lead teams and manage competing priorities
• Ability to operate independently, make informed decisions, and exercise sound judgment
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders
• Experience working within complex, global organizations and virtual team environments
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization
• International experience or exposure to global markets is a plus