Company Description

IFS is a billion-dollar revenue company with 6000+ employees on all continents. We deliver award-winning enterprise software solutions through the use of embedded digital innovation and a single cloud-based platform to help businesses be their best when it really matters–at the Moment of Service™.

At IFS, we're flexible, we're innovative, and we're focused not only on how we can engage with our customers, but on how we can make a real change and have a worldwide impact. We help solve some of society's greatest challenges, fostering a better future through our agility, collaboration, and trust.

We celebrate diversity and accept that there are so many different perspectives in this world. As a truly international company serving people from around the globe, we realize that our success is tantamount to the respect we have for those different points of view.

By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to be part of a global, diverse environment; you will be joining a winning team with a commitment to sustainability; and a company where we get things done so that you can make a positive impact on the world.

We're looking for innovative and original thinkers to work in an environment where you can 
#MakeYourMoment so that we can help others make theirs.

If you want to change the status quo, we'll help you make your moment. Join Team Purple. Join IFS.

Job Description

The Global Head of Internal Audit, Risk, and Governance will be responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of internal audit, risk management, and governance functions across the entire organization. This key leadership role involves supervision of the adherence to internal and external regulatory requirements, mitigating risks, and enhancing governance structures on a global scale. The role is a key pillar of business stewardship with direct access to the Chair of the Audit Committee.

Membership in the Finance Leadership Team.

Strategic Leadership:

• Provide strategic direction for the global internal audit, risk management, and governance functions.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align audit and risk management strategies with organizational goals.
• Collaborate closely with the external auditors and the Chair of the Audit Committee.
• Liaise with external supervisory bodies and institutions as needed for all role related aspects.

Internal Audit:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive global internal audit plan.
• Support ad-hoc internal audit requests of senior management and board.
• Lead and coordinate internal audit activities across various regions to ensure consistency and effectiveness.
• Provide insights to executive management and the board on internal control effectiveness and areas for improvement as well as related efficiency gains.
• Provide insights on business process effectiveness and efficiency.

Risk Management:

• Establish a robust global risk management framework.
• Conduct regular enterprise-wide risk assessments and work with business units to develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Monitor global business environments for emerging risks and advise on proactive risk management measures.

Governance:

• Support and monitor compliance with global regulations, industry standards, and internal policies.
• Develop and enhance governance structures to support effective decision-making.
• Work closely with legal and compliance teams to address governance-related issues.
• Drive organizational efficiency through ownership of the Legal Entity Rationalization Programme.
• Own IFS Policy Framework.

Compliance:

• Monitor changes in global regulatory requirements and support the organization's compliance.
• Develop and implement compliance training programs for employees across regions.
• Collaborate closely and align with Corporate Legal, in particular General Counsel and Head of Compliance.

Reporting and Communication:

• Prepare and present comprehensive reports to the Audit Committee, executive management, and relevant stakeholders.
• Communicate effectively with global teams to disseminate important audit, risk, and governance information.

Qualifications

• Strategic thinker with a global perspective.
• Strong leadership, people management and relationship building skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High integrity and ethical conduct.
• Ability to adapt to changing environments and navigate through complex challenges.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field; a master's degree and/or related professional certification (e.g., CIA, CISA, CRMA) is highly desirable.
• Extensive experience in global internal audit, risk management, and governance leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of international regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Proven ability to manage and lead cross-functional teams in a global context.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with executives and board members effectively.
• Experience in the technology or multinational industry is advantageous.

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