Risk and Audit Manager

Manager, Governance, Risk and Audit

📍 Hybrid | Confidential Search

Our client, a respected and growing organization, is seeking a Manager, Governance, Risk and Audit to establish and lead its governance, enterprise risk management, compliance, and internal audit programs.

Reporting to the CFO and working closely with executive leadership and the Audit Committee, this newly created role offers the opportunity to build frameworks, influence organizational strategy, and strengthen governance, risk management, internal controls, and operational effectiveness across the business.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and executing risk-based governance, audit, and compliance plans
• Establishing and enhancing enterprise risk management and internal audit frameworks
• Leading reviews across operational, financial, technology, cybersecurity, procurement, and compliance functions
• Assessing internal controls, governance practices, and risk mitigation strategies while identifying opportunities for organizational improvement
• Providing independent advice and assurance to executive leadership and governance committees
• Preparing risk, audit, and governance reporting for senior leadership and the Board
• Acting as the primary liaison for external audit, regulatory, and oversight activities
• Supporting strategic initiatives, business transformation projects, and process improvement efforts
• Leading and developing a high-performing governance, risk, and audit function

Qualifications:

• University degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Law, Public Administration, or a related discipline
• 7+ years of progressive experience in governance, risk management, internal audit, compliance, or a related field
• Experience leading audit, compliance, regulatory, or enterprise risk initiatives
• Prior leadership experience, including team management and coaching
• Strong understanding of governance frameworks, enterprise risk management, and internal controls
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills

Preferred:

• CPA, CIA, CFE, CRMA, or related professional designation
• Experience in a regulated, public sector, infrastructure, utility, or highly governed environment
• Legal or governance-focused experience

This position offers a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, performance incentives, a hybrid work environment, and the opportunity to shape a newly created function with meaningful exposure to executive leadership and governance committees.

This posting is for a confidential vacancy with a Robert Half client

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