Design and execution of internal audit operating model
Oversight of end-to-end internal audit plan execution
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Internal Audit is responsible for the operational leadership, enablement and execution excellence of the Group Internal Audit (GIA) function
Job Summary
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Internal Audit is responsible for the operational leadership, enablement and execution excellence of the Group Internal Audit (GIA) function.
The role is pivotal in a large, complex banking group, providing strong operational discipline, governance, financial stewardship, people and capability enablement, and technology‑led modernisation of the Internal Audit function.
Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
Matching Summary
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Internal Audit is responsible for the operational leadership, enablement and execution excellence of the Group Internal Audit (GIA) function.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Operational leadership of Group Internal Audit
Design and execution of Internal Audit operating model
Oversight of end-to-end Internal Audit plan execution
Drive simplification and standardisation of audit practices
Executive oversight of Quality Assurance and Improvement Programme
Own and manage Internal Audit budget
Lead adoption of audit technology platforms
Nice-to-have
Strategic partner to Group Chief Audit Executive
Future-ready assurance function
Strong performance culture
Data-driven assurance and insight
Strengthen coordination across assurance ecosystem
Key Requirements
Extensive experience in Internal Audit, Risk, Assurance or related governance roles
Proven executive-level experience leading large, multi-disciplinary teams
Strong operating model design, execution and transformation capability
Deep understanding of Internal Audit standards, governance and regulatory expectations
Demonstrated financial management and budget ownership experience
Professional qualification (e.g. CA(SA), CIA, CISA or equivalent)
Experience with audit technology, data analytics or digital transformation