Company Description:
- We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,500 employees operate a network of 2,500 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world._
The Director of Internal Audit supports the Chief Audit Executive (CAE) in leading the Global Internal Audit Function. This role includes managing the planning, execution, supervision, and reporting of global audit assignments. The Director will ensure compliance with the Integral Internal Audit Standards and contribute to continuous improvements in audit quality, methodology, and team development. The Director is also considered the Deputy Head of Group Internal Audit and may represent the CAE as required.
The role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, including but not limited to the following:
- Assist the CAE in developing and maintaining a comprehensive program of risk-based audit coverage across the Group's global operations.
- Plan and oversee the timely and effective execution of multiple audit engagements, ensuring compliance with the Group Audit Manual and The IIA Standards.
- Review and enhance audit documentation and reports for accuracy, clarity, and strategic insight, ensuring risks and key issues are well communicated.
- Provide day-to-day leadership to regional audit teams, including planning, fieldwork guidance, issue resolution, and performance feedback.
- Personally lead complex audits or special projects, including investigations, acquisition integration reviews, or confidential assignments, when needed.
- Monitor and support the implementation of audit recommendations, including follow-up and escalation of overdue actions.
- Engage in recruitment, onboarding, and capability development of new audit staff. Develop and maintain training materials and deliver induction and on-the-job coaching.
- Promote a cult
📌 Internal Audit Director (Bogotá)
🏢 SGS
📍 Bogotá