Vice President, Business Manager, Internal Audit Department

Location:Singapore

Job Function:Internal Audit Department

Job Type:Permanent

Req ID:17220

GIC is one of the worlds largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2000 employees across 11 offices around the world we invest in more than 40 countries globally across asset classes and businesses. As a leading global long-term investor we Work at the Point of Impact for Singapores financial future and the communities we invest in worldwide.

Internal Audit Department

The Internal Audit Department (IAD) is GICs independent assurance function reporting directly to the Audit Committee of the Board. The department provides objective assurance and advisory services that strengthen governance risk management and internal controls across the GIC group spanning investment operational financial and technology functions.

We are seeking a Business Manager to serve as the strategic and operational backbone of the department enabling the audit function to run efficiently scale its capabilities and deliver high-impact assurance across GICs global footprint.

What impact can you make in this role

You will be part of a team that fosters a strong governance and control environment in GIC.

As the IAD business manager you will play a pivotal role to support the departments needs internally and ensuring its day-to-day operations run seamlessly. You will work closely with the IAD Department Head and team Heads to drive operational excellence and strategic initiatives allowing auditors to focus on delivering rigorous risk-based assurance to the Audit Committee and senior management.

What will you do as a Business Manager

• Strategy Planning & Change Management
  • Support the Head of Internal Audit and IAD Team Heads in strategic business planning activities and the development of the annual risk-based audit plan ensuring alignment with GICs evolving risk landscape.
  • Implement changes to operating models processes and tools that drive efficiency consistency and scalability across the audit lifecycle in conformance with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Global Internal Audit Standards.
  • Coordinate departmental changes and transformation initiatives including workflows processes toolkit and technology adoption from initiation through to post-implementation.
  • Partner with IAD business partners and GIC technology teams to support advancements in audit analytics automation and dashboarding capabilities that enable continuous data-driven assurance for the department.
• Business & Performance Management
  • Support the departmental budgeting resource planning and quarterly business review processes in collaboration with IAD team Heads.
  • Produce meaningful analytics and management reporting on audit coverage progress against plan issue remediation and resourcing utilization levels.
  • Serve as the primary liaison for departmental operational matters including risk and control ensuring timely resolution of issues and effective cross-functional alignment.
  • Oversee the IAD intranet site maintenance and conduct periodic reviews of departments control practices in line with GIC Enterprise control standards.
  • Provide support towards ad hoc initiatives and deliverables that advance departmental objectives and GICs strategic priorities.
  • Contribute actively to departmental activities including staff engagement activities internal meetings and external industry events.

• Governance Stakeholders & Reporting
  • Support the secretariats and coordination responsibilities for Committees under IADs purview including the preparation of agendas high-quality materials minutes and timely follow-through on matters arising.
  • Support IADs engagements with External Auditors or Regulator(s) ensuring effective meeting management through the preparation of agendas high-quality materials minutes and timely follow-through on matters arising.
  • Contribute to IADs reporting processes to meet business-facing requirements and deliver outcomes that align with the departments agenda and GICs strategic priorities.
  • Stay apprised of industry trends and the changing regulatory landscape proactively strengthening internal processes and governance accordingly.

What makes you a successful candidate

• Good Degree in Business Finance Accountancy or a related field with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience in the financial services industry; experience in business management internal audit risk or strategy is highly regarded.
• Strong understanding of governance risk and control frameworks; familiarity with the IIA Global Internal Audit Standards is an advantage.
• Strong logical thinking approach and analytics capabilities with excellent problem-solving skills and a keen eye for detail.
• A versatile proactive self-starter who thrives on navigating ambiguity while managing multiple projects and competing priorities.
• A strong team player with excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills; able to communicate strategically while operating at a tactical level when required.
• High degree of integrity and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive matters.
• Professional certifications (e.g. CIA CPA CFA PMP) and familiarity with AI/ LLM application into daily work processes.

Work at the Point of Impact

We need to be forward-looking to attract the right people to help us become the Leading Global Long-term Investor. Join our ambitious agile and diverse teams be empowered to push boundaries and pursue innovative ideas share your views and be heard. Be anchored on our PRIME Values: Prudence Respect Integrity Merit and Excellence which guide us in how we make our day-to-day decisions. We strive to inspire. To make an impact.

Flexibility at GIC

At GIC our offices are vibrant hubs for ideation professional growth and interpersonal connection. At the same time we believe that flexibility allows us to do our best work and be our best selves. Thus our teams come into the office four days per week to harness the benefits of in-person collaboration but have the flexibility to choose which days they work from home and adjust this arrangement as situational needs arise.

GIC is an equal opportunity employer

GIC is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race religion color national origin sex gender gender expression sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please email at any point of the application or interview process if adjustments need to be made due to a disability.

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