Senior Internal Audit Manager

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Internal Audit team at Marsh McLennan. This role is based in Melbourne. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.

Senior Internal Audit Manager

• The Internal Audit department provides independent, objective assurance designed to add value and improve Marsh McLennan's operations.
• As a Senior Internal Audit Manager, you will gain exposure across all the group's business segments including insurance and reinsurance broking, superannuation, investment management and consulting.

We will count on you to:

• Participates in the annual risk assessment and audit plan development process.
• Ensures the appropriate execution of the annual audit plan.
• Contributes to Audit Committee and other management presentations as required.
• Responsible for all facets of employee development (recruiting, training, development, team building, mentoring, evaluation).
• Leads audits of the organization's financial, operational, compliance, and technology controls to identify areas of risk and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensures that audit activities are conducted in accordance with established standards and procedures, including the Institute of Internal Auditors' International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
• Takes overall responsibility for the audit cycle, including detailed planning, executing control testing, and producing the audit report.
• Demonstrates effective project management to ensure the timely completion of audits.
• Assesses risks and controls thoroughly, developing insightful conclusions supported by evidence.
• Communicates verbally and in writing with impact, including producing clear planning materials and concise audit reports.
• Interacts with stakeholders, providing insights and information related to internal control issues and risk management.
• Monitors the implementation of audit actions and oversees the follow-up of any outstanding issues.
• Stays up to date on developments in the field of internal auditing and recommends changes to audit practices and procedures as needed.
• Counsels, directs, supervises, and formally evaluates the audit engagement team. Reviews their work in a timely manner for adequacy and potential improvements.

What you need to have:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, technology, or a related field.
• Fully qualified accounting, finance, or audit professional designations (e.g., CPA, CA, CFA, CIMA, CIA).
• 10+ years of experience in internal auditing, including managerial activities.
• Superannuation, investments, or insurance experience.
• Strong knowledge of internal auditing standards and practices, as well as risk management and internal control frameworks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and assess risks and develop effective audit plans and recommendations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven project management skills, with the ability to exercise discretion, work independently within broad guidelines, tactfully handle sensitive and confidential data, and complete assignments in a timely manner.
• The desire and ability to coach and manage several associate managers, senior auditors, and staff auditors.
• Willingness to travel.

What makes you stand out:

• Previous experience within Internal Audit within Superannuation or Investments or Insurance broking.
• Experience with data analytics and audit automation tools is preferred.

Why join our team:

• We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders
• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communities
• Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being

Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit , or follow on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh McLennan is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one "anchor day" per week on which their full team will be together in person.

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