Head, Transformation Audit

OCBC Bank

  • Singapore
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
WHO WE ARE:As Singapore’s longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.Today, we’re on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia’s leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career.Your Opportunity Starts Here.Why JoinJoin OCBC to be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation that values innovation and collaboration. In Group Audit, you’ll enjoy a unique perspective across the Bank, gaining insights into diverse functions while driving impactful change. It’s an opportunity to strengthen governance, assess risks, and contribute to the Bank’s resilience and OneGroup vision. With continuous learning opportunities, it’s a rewarding role for those passionate about making a difference.How You SucceedTo succeed in Group Audit at OCBC, one must combine critical thinking with a keen eye for detail. Build strong stakeholder relationships, ask the right questions, and challenge assumptions. Leverage data analytics for sharper insights and stay updated on emerging risks and trends. Managing multiple priorities, adapting to complex situations, and maintaining independence are key. Resilience and effective communication will help navigate challenges and deliver impactful, high-quality audit outcomes.What You DoAudit Management1) Develop and implement a comprehensive third-line assurance strategy for the change and transformation governance audit portfolio.2) Possess in-depth knowledge of change and transformation governance, audit processes, and relevant business areas.3) Develop and implement strategic audit plans, aligning with OCBC Group’s strategic goals, industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices.4) Provide transparent reporting of audit results, highlighting strengths and areas for improvement, with a focus on governance risks and controls.5) Manage and resolve conflicts arising from audit findings, working closely with stakeholders and other departments.6) Effectively manage audit resources and budget, allocating resources to address related risks.7) Provide oversight for special projects and advisory engagements related to governance assessments and reviews.8) Provide updates and insights to support regular reporting on change and transformation governance areas to the audit committees and other relevant forums.Stakeholder Management1)Understand and assess the needs, concerns, and risks of various stakeholders, including business units and external regulators.2) Establish channels for stakeholders to provide feedback on audit processes and findings, helping refine audit practices and address concerns promptly.3) Engage with stakeholders throughout the audit planning process, soliciting their input and insights on key areas of focus and risk assessment to enable a collaborative and informed approach.4) Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and reliability to build and maintain trust with stakeholders, addressing concerns proactively and ensuring confidentiality.People Management1) Inspire and motivate the audit team to achieve high performance and align with the Division's strategic goals.2) Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the audit team, ensuring they stay up to date with the latest trends and audit methodologies.3) Foster a collaborative environment, encouraging open communication and teamwork across departments, audit client teams and other Group Audit functional and business teams.4) Build a culture of innovation within the team, encouraging the exploration of new technologies, data analytics techniques, and audit methodologies to enhance effectiveness and efficiency.5) Lead and manage change initiatives effectively, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption.6) Uphold the highest standards of integrity and ethical behaviour (including adherence to professional standards and internal guidelines), serving as a role model for the audit team.Who You Work WithGroup Audit is all about being a catalyst for sustainable growth, providing independent and objective assurance that the bank’s risk management, governance and internal control processes are operating effectively and sustainably to achieve the bank’s strategic ambitions. Gaining experience of the bank in its entirety. Gathering insights. Building risk and controls expertise and advisory leadership. You might join us in Global Markets, Risk & Finance Audit Team, Global Wholesale Banking Audit Team, Group Governance and Corporate Functions Audit & Investigation Team, Governance and Investigation Team, Global Consumer and Private Banking Audit Team, Group Digital and Operations Technology Audit Team, Professional Practice and Governance Team or Audit Analytics Team. But wherever you are, your work with clients from around the world drives innovation and makes audit an artform.Who You AreThe ideal Candidate should meet the following requirements:
  • University degree in business, information systems or a related discipline.
  • PRINCE2 and Project Management Institute (PMI) certification holder and/or equivalent relevant audit qualification (i.e. Certified Internal Auditor).
  • At least 12 years of experience in the financial services industry, with more than 8 years of specialisation in internal audit.
  • Proven track record of successfully auditing or delivering complex programmes/projects.
  • Audit methodologies - Proficiency in audit techniques and methodologies, including risk-based auditing, control assessments, and continuous auditing.
  • Data analysis skills - Proficient in analysing data and utilising analytics tools to effectively assess automated/ digital controls.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical issues clearly and concisely.
  • High level of integrity, drive, and sense of urgency.
  • Excellent analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills, with experience in analysing complex processes and identifying risks.
  • Proven leadership and management skills, with experience in managing audit teams.
  • Ability to think ahead and plan over a longer-term horizon, with experience in developing strategic change and transformation governance audit strategy, methodology and audit programs.
  • Ensures accuracy and thoroughness in audit work executed by team.
  • Willing to travel 10%-20% (primarily regional).
Who We AreSingapore’s longest established bank, we’ve been helping people and businesses get what they want from life since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.Today, we’re on a journey of transformation. Embracing technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, the entire focus of our organisation remains to be Simply Spot On. In everything we do.And so whether you want innovate needs-based financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career.Your Opportunity Starts Here.What We OfferCompetitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.What we offer:Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.

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