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Head of IT Audit Our client is a leading organisation committed to maintaining the highest standards in internal controls and risk management within the banking and financial sector. The company fosters a professional environment focused on excellence, integrity, and continuous development. This role offers the opportunity to lead a critical function within a dynamic team that values innovation and strategic thinking. Role Overview: The Head of IT Audit will develop and oversee a risk-based audit plan, supervising audits and assessments to ensure the robustness of internal controls across banking systems and IT services. They will manage a team of audit professionals, provide expert advice, and liaise with senior management to reinforce the organisation's control environment. The role is vital in safeguarding the organisation's assets and enhancing operational risk management. Key Skills & Experience: • 8-10 years of IT audit or technology risk experience in financial institutions, public accounting firms, or large organizations • Professional qualifications such as CISM, CISSP, or CISA preferred • Extensive experience managing audit teams and developing audit strategies • Strong understanding of cyber and data security, IT development, operations, and infrastructure • Good business acumen with knowledge of technology risk and cyber security • Excellent communication, persuasive, and interpersonal skills (oral and written) • High levels of integrity, objectivity, confidentiality, and professionalism • Fluency in written and spoken English and Chinese, including Putonghua Key Responsibilities: • Develop a risk-based audit plan and supervise audits and independent assessments of internal controls in banking systems and IT services • Lead and manage a team of audit professionals, fostering skills development and operational efficiency • Discuss audit findings and recommendations with senior management to drive improvements • Advise auditees on strengthening the control environment • Develop and implement effective audit tools and methodologies • Perform administrative tasks related to audit functions and initiatives • Monitor and review the implementation of corrective actions for audit issues Requirements: • Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Computer Science, Information Engineering, or related fields • Professional certifications such as CISM, CISSP, or CISA are preferred • Extensive experience in IT audit or technology risk management in relevant sectors • Team management experience • Knowledge of banking operations (desirable) • On-site work environment • Right to work in the location (if applicable) Candidates interested in this opportunity are encouraged to apply now to join a reputable organisation in a pivotal leadership role within IT audit.