Lead - Internal Audit (Investment

JOB PURPOSE

This role is responsible for independently executing and leading internal audit assignments focused on the organization s investment activities portfolio companies and investment-related governance processes while also supporting the broader Internal Audit plan through audits of corporate financial operational and other support functions as required The role assesses the adequacy and effectiveness of governance risk management financial controls and decision-making across the investment lifecycle including deal sourcing due diligence valuation approval execution portfolio monitoring performance reporting and exit activities The position contributes to the development of the risk-based audit plan performs reviews in line with IIA standards and provides professional insights and providing practical value-adding recommendations to management and the Audit amp Risk Committee that strengthen investment governance safeguard value improve decision quality and mitigate financial operational regulatory and reputational risks The role will also undertake and or support risk-based audits across corporate and support functions contributing to the overall delivery of the Internal Audit Plan The Lead also ensures effective follow-up on audit actions coordinates with relevant internal and external stakeholders and maintains the highest standards of integrity objectivity and confidentiality in all audit activities.

• Strategic amp Planning Develop and maintain a risk-based Internal Audit coverage strategy for investments and asset management aligned with the Company s investment strategy portfolio objectives risk profile and Internal Audit mandate
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of the investment portfolio including subsidiaries associates strategic investments distressed assets and investments undergoing turnaround or restructuring Identify significant and emerging investment risks requiring Internal Audit attention Recommend appropriate audit coverage frequency and depth based on risk materiality complexity and strategic importance
• Lead the investment and asset management component of the risk-based Annual Internal Audit Plan Contribute to the overall development of the Internal Audit Plan by assessing risks across corporate and support functions Support the Head of Internal Audit in ensuring appropriate coverage of the Company s key risks without unnecessary duplication with other assurance providers Perform periodic risk assessments of investment and asset management activities and relevant portfolio companies Provide timely insights to the Head of Internal Audit and Audit amp Risk Committee on significant investment and asset management risks Identify opportunities to improve portfolio oversight governance performance monitoring risk management and value preservation
• Participate where appropriate and without compromising Internal Audit independence in advisory reviews relating to significant investment or asset-management initiatives

• Lead and independently execute end-to-end audits covering investment and asset management activities including investment governance and amp decision making investment appraisal amp due diligence portfolio asset management investment valuation amp performance divestments amp exits and post-investment reviews
• Act as the Internal Audit subject-matter lead for investments and asset management Provide coaching and technical support to other Internal Audit team members on investment-related assignments
• Assess the reliability of investment papers financial models valuation assumptions portfolio performance reports and management information used for decision-making
• Review the design and operating effectiveness of controls over investment transactions documentation conflicts of interest related-party matters and post-investment monitoring
• Perform risk assessment data analysis process walkthroughs sample testing and control testing and maintain clear well-documented working papers in accordance with the Internal Audit Charter approved methodology and applicable IIA Standards
• Identify opportunities to use data analytics technology and continuous monitoring to strengthen investment audit coverage
• Support Internal Audit quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives Support development of Internal Audit capability in investment and asset-management risk assessment and auditing
• Draft audit observations supported by evidence and root cause analysis discuss findings constructively with stakeholders and agree practical and value-adding recommendations
• Prepare high-quality audit reports for management and governance committees highlighting significant investment financial operational regulatory and reputational risks
• Monitor and follow up on agreed audit actions relating to investment activities and portfolio companies ensuring timely and sustainable closure
• Coordinate where required with external auditors valuation specialists consultants…