Internal Audit Lead Transformation & ERM implementation

Newly created (#1 role) / Transition audit from hybrid to in-house / Roll out ERM from scratch / Establish SOPs and drive change. Why you should apply: -Step up to a #1 role: Take full ownership of building and leading an in-house Internal Audit & Enterprise Risk function. -Clear roadmap & resources: Work with an approved 18-month budget, clear milestones, and strong backing from executive leadership -Specialist technology company, part of larger, listed listed company with long term government projects What you will do: -Set up governance: Establish the Internal Audit Charter with support from the Board Audit Committee. -Build strategy: Develop and execute a risk-aligned audit roadmap. -Manage partners: Oversee outsourced partners, define audit scopes, and validate findings. -Improve processes: Perform gap assessments and update SOPs. -Report to leadership: Present actionable insights directly to EXCO, the CEO, and the Board. -Ensure integrity: Lead special investigations and manage whistleblowing processes. Experience you need: -Certification: Big 4 + CIA, CPA, ACCA, CA, or CIMA. -Setting up audit frameworks and managing hybrid audit -12–15 years in internal audit or governance Level: -This is a mix between strategy, hands on execution and building a team (from zero) -Would suit a Senior manager ready to step into a Head of position Nice to have / Bonus: -Transformation and modernisation of Audit function -Roll out ERP / Consolidated risk registers from scratch -Process re-engineering, enterprise risk assessments, and presenting to Board-level stakeholders. -Establish company-wide risk dashboards -Integrate risk oversight into all audit planning activities. About the Company: -Specialized, homegrown Malaysian technology firm. -In-house capability for building complex, partner-backed software solutions. -Part of a larger, listed Group of companies Leadership: -Reporting to the board of directors -Working closely with the head of strategy and CFO Location: -KLCC Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia How to Apply: Click the "apply" button to submit an updated CV or your LinkedIn profile. The recruiter is open to sharing additional information before proceeding.