Group Head of Internal Audit
Core
Develop and lead a multi-jurisdictional internal audit function for a global digital CFD and trading platform, providing assurance on controls, risks, and regulatory compliance.
Role type
Group Head of Internal Audit
Builds
Independent internal audit function and assurance coverage across a complex, multi-jurisdictional group
Domain
Financial services (trading, CFDs, derivatives) + Internal Audit
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Multi-jurisdictional internal audit leadership, Regulatory compliance (FCA, CySEC, ASIC, etc.), Hybrid/co-sourced audit model design, Trading platform and technology audit, Board and Audit Committee reporting, Team management across locations
Preferred skills
CIA certification, IIA membership, UK SMCR familiarity
Technologies
None explicitly stated
Responsibilities
Develop multi-year audit strategy aligned to group growth and regulatory expectations; Lead and oversee audit fieldwork across operations, trading systems, cyber, AML/KYC, and financial crime; Assess internal controls and provide actionable recommendations; Manage group-wide audit issue logs and validate remediation; Ensure audit reports are evidence-based and timely; Liaise with external auditors and regulators; Provide independent assurance on material business changes and new product launches.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership scope