Chief Internal Auditor - CIA

Overview

Our client, a prestigious and diversified group headquartered in Lahore, is seeking Chief Internal Auditor (CIA) to lead Internal Audit function across its group companies. This leadership position plays a pivotal role in safeguarding governance, risk management and compliance standards while ensuring operational efficiency.

The CIA will report directly to Group CEO and Audit Committee, driving audit excellence across multiple business verticals and ensuring adherence to international best practices.

Education, Experience & Skills:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) – Mandatory, with Big 4  background.
• Minimum 12–15 years of progressive experience in multinational corporations (MNCs), with strong exposure to listed entities and large-scale operations.
• Proven leadership experience in managing audit functions at a group or enterprise-wide level.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage board members, regulators and senior leadership.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align internal audit priorities to organizational strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead nternal Audit Division (IAD) across all group companies, establishing a culture of accountability, transparency and ethical governance. 
• Develop and implement risk-based audit plans aligned with group objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate internal controls, assess enterprise-wide risks and recommend actionable improvements to mitigate exposures. 
• Provide insightful and independent recommendations to the Board, Audit Committee and CEO, influencing strategic decisions. 
• Lead group-wide investigations, forensic audits, and ad-hoc projects as directed by the CEO/Audit Committee. 
• Drive audit transformation initiatives, leveraging technology, data analytics and global best practices. 
• Partner with business leaders to streamline processes, optimize resources, and embed a strong control environment.