Risk Management Framework:
Assist the Head of Department (HoD) in overseeing and implementing the organization's Risk Management Roadmap, as approved by Management and the Board.
- Prepare and maintain Risk Registers across all business functions.
- Review and redesign processes and controls to eliminate redundancies, reduce people dependency and convert detective controls into preventive and automated controls wherever feasible.
- Assist in the development and documentation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Policies for various functional areas.
- Periodically review and update risk registers, SOPs and policies to ensure alignment with changes in systems, processes and regulatory requirements.
Internal Audits (IA) & Integrated Financial Controls (IFC):
- Assist the HoD in defining the Internal Audit Charter and the annual Internal Audit plan.
- Define detailed audit scopes in collaboration with Internal Auditors.
- Coordinate with Internal Auditors for effective planning and execution of Internal Audits and IFC testing as per the approved audit calendar.
- Hands-on drafting, review and finalization of Internal Audit and IFC reports, ensuring clarity of findings, articulation of risks and actionable recommendations, including preparation of Audit Committee-ready presentations.
- Monitor and follow up on implementation of audit recommendations and agreed action plans across functions within stipulated timelines.
Presentations and MIS:
- Prepare high-quality presentations for Senior Management, Board of Directors and the Audit Committee.
- Develop and maintain MIS, including departmental dashboards and Board/Audit Committee reporting packs.
Education and Skills:
- Chartered Accountant (CA); additional certifications such as CIA, CISA or similar are desirable.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with a proactive, no-surprises approach to issue escalation.
- Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage across organizational levels.
- Ability to multitask, build relationships and adapt to flexible working environments.
- Technology-savvy; working knowledge of SAP is preferred.
Experience:
- 3 - 4 years of post-qualification experience in Internal Audit and/or Risk Management.
- Experience in the Pharmaceutical or FMCG sector preferred.
- Prior experience with Big 4 or leading consulting firms is highly desirable.
