Internal Audit & Compliance Lead

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Internal Audit & Compliance Lead to oversee and coordinate internal audit activities, strengthen compliance, and ensure audit recommendations lead to operational improvements. The role will work closely with senior management and department heads to enhance governance, risk management, and internal controls across the organization.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate internal and external audit engagements, acting as the primary liaison between auditors, management, and business teams.
• Develop and manage the annual internal audit calendar and ensure timely execution of audit activities.
• Review audit findings, prioritize key risks, and drive timely closure of audit observations.
• Track corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and monitor their implementation across relevant departments.
• Monitor compliance with company policies, internal controls, SOPs, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Identify operational and compliance risks, control gaps, and process inefficiencies, recommending practical improvements.
• Collaborate with department heads to strengthen accountability, governance, and operational effectiveness.
• Support the development and improvement of policies, SOPs, process documentation, and internal control frameworks.
• Promote a culture of compliance, transparency, and risk awareness throughout the organization.
• Prepare and present periodic reports and dashboards on audit status, compliance performance, and improvement initiatives to management.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in internal audit, compliance, risk management, internal controls, operations or process improvement.
• Semi‑qualified CA or qualified CA (ICAN/ICAI) preferred.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, audit methodologies, compliance practices and risk management.
• Proven ability to identify risks, assess control effectiveness and recommend practical improvements.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and follow‑up abilities.
• Ability to work effectively with senior management and cross‑functional teams.

Required skills

• MS Excel