Director of Internal Audit

We are partnered with a leading global insurance organization seeking a Director of Internal Audit to join its growing audit leadership team. Reporting into the VP of Internal Audit, this individual will lead a team of auditors while overseeing a blend of risk-based internal audits and SOX activities across the business. The role offers significant exposure to senior leadership, the opportunity to influence enterprise-wide risk management, and a clearly defined path for career progression within a collaborative, high-performing audit function.

This position can be based in Jersey City, NJ or Cleveland, OH and follows a hybrid schedule (4 days in the office, Monday-Thursday).

• Lead and execute complex risk-based internal audits across financial, operational, and regulatory areas
• Oversee a balanced portfolio of SOX compliance and operational audit engagements, with flexibility based on business priorities
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls while identifying opportunities to strengthen the control environment
• Perform root cause analysis and partner with business leaders to develop practical remediation plans
• Utilize data analytics and computer-assisted audit techniques (CAATs) to improve audit quality and efficiency
• Review audit work papers, reports, and deliverables to ensure compliance with professional auditing standards
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 3-5 audit professionals while fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture
• Partner with Risk Management, Finance, and business stakeholders to maximize audit coverage and enterprise risk insights
• Monitor management action plans and communicate remediation progress to senior audit leadership
• Review third-party controls through SOC reports and assess vendor-related risks
• Build strong relationships with senior leadership, external auditors and regulators to support the execution of the annual audit plan

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, Management Information Systems, or a related discipline
• CPA, CIA, or another relevant professional audit certification required (must be completed)
• Approximately 9+ years of internal and/or external audit experience
• Previous leadership experience with direct people management responsibilities
• Property & Casualty insurance audit experience strongly preferred; financial services audit experience will also be considered
• Strong understanding of risk-based auditing, SOX, internal controls, and corporate governance
• Experience using audit management software, electronic work papers, and data analytics tools
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leaders& usage. I must check this:
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