CareerPlan

Head of Internal Audit

Sydney, New South WalesFull-time2026-08-28 → 2026-10-09

Core

Lead the internal audit function for LGT Wealth Management Australia, providing independent assurance on governance, risk management, and internal controls.

Role type

Head of Internal Audit (Leadership)

Builds

Risk-based internal audit plans, assurance programs, and audit reports for the Australian wealth management business.

Domain

Financial Services / Wealth Management / Private Banking

Required skills

Internal audit leadership, risk management, people leadership, Australian regulatory knowledge (ASIC, APRA, AUSTRAC), data analytics, audit planning, stakeholder engagement, governance frameworks.

Preferred skills

International regulatory experience (European/Asian), AI-enabled audit techniques, cross-border audit coordination.

Technologies

Data analytics tools, AI-enabled audit platforms, audit management systems.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the Australian Internal Audit team; develop and execute risk-based audit plans; report significant risks to Boards and Audit Committees; oversee whistleblowing investigations; collaborate with APAC and Group Internal Audit; monitor Australian regulatory changes.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership mandate