Internal Audit Segment Lead

Job Description Hello future Internal Audit Segment Lead FirstRand believes that its people are its single most important resource and will not operate in a sector unless it has people who are right for that market and who share FirstRand’s business values. We recruit self-starters who have a passion for what they do. We empower them, hold them accountable and reward them appropriately. We value diversity in our people, particularly for the way that this contributes to innovative thinking. If you think you will flourish in our environment, and you believe you have the necessary skills and competencies for the position advertised, then we are looking for you! Are you someone who can:

• Design and deliver customer service solutions, systems and interactions aligned to Organisational values and service standards that build the brand
• Prepare the annual audit plan, taking into account strategic plans and emerging risks identified through partnership with leadership and risk assessments of the business units. Maintain the risk universe for the business unit
• Draw up a budget aligned to tactical delivery plans to facilitate the provision of adequate financial resources
• Deploy integrated risk management, governance and compliance frameworks throughout area of responsibility
• Provide subject matter expertise and thought leadership in area of expertise
• Oversee audit assignments to coach and develop internal audit staff and so to improve the quality of internal audit outputs
• Revise, where necessary, the nature, extent and timing of audit tests/programmes to ensure sufficient coverage throughout segments/sub-segments/business units which is informed by a risk based audit approach, priority issues and timeframes
• Develop, execute, and monitor group internal audit strategy aligned with the overall sub-segment business models and strategies, collaborating towards an organization wide strategy formulation, and enabling integration change and adoption
• Prepare audit committee and other governance reports/regulator submissions and attend respective governance committees including audit committee and sub-segment committees
• Develop, encourage and nurture collaborative relationships across business areas and across the group
• Manage team or teams in areas of responsibility in delivery against performance targets and achievement of wider human capital objectives
• Develop tactical strategy and delivery plans in support of functional strategic objectives in partnership with leadership
• Establish mutually beneficial relationships with stakeholders that support thought leadership, innovative and integrated practice solutions

You will be an ideal candidate if you:

• CA (SA), CIA, BCom/Honors or relevant financial qualification at a post graduate level
• Completed articles and a minimum of 8 years supervisory or management experience in an internal or external audit in the banking and financial services sector is a prerequisite
• Experience in banking and an understanding of banking regulatory requirements is beneficial
• IT Audit and data analytics experience is beneficial

You will have access to:

• Challenging work in a complex and exciting environment
• Opportunities to innovate and create efficiencies

We can be a match if you are:

• Curious & courageous - you're driven by always wanting to know more and learn more and you're brave enough to
• Obsessed with mastery - you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to do it
• Have a general understanding of different risk types

Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now! #Post
#FCC #LI-JS2 Job Details Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below 10/06/25 All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.