About Us
Since its foundation in 1966 Lockton has grown to become one of the world's largest privately held independent Insurance companies by helping clients achieve their business objectives.
Today with more than 11,700 Associates in over 140 offices worldwide, Lockton's dynamic and innovative organisation truly embraces its uncommonly independent status.
Lockton are going through a sustained period of growth which means we are consistently working on new and exciting client assignments.
Background
Due to significant and rapid growth and expansion of Lockton International operations across all regions (Pacific, Asia, Europe, MENA and Latam Regions).
We are looking to appoint a Senior Audit Executive based in Brazil to support the Internal Audit Leadership Group and the Head of Internal Audit with a specific focus across Latam.
The Internal audit function at Lockton International is transforming.
we are looking for someone to be part of a highly effective, robust, and influential team with a strong reputation.
Are you inspired to be part of a One Lockton team, working together as a diverse and inclusive global function?
We are recruiting exceptional people, who see Audit as a great training ground for Lockton's future business leaders.
About the role
We are looking for a candidate with previous big four exposure in Financial Services (Insurance ideally) to lead in-depth audits across multiple internal controls (Insurance Broking and Placement, operational, Financial, IT, Human Resources, compliance, conduct, reputational, etc) from end to end whilst running high profile and interesting projects.
The role of the Senior Audit Executive should always be conducted in line with the functions, objectives and KPIs as outline in the "Internal Audit Protocols – Final Terms of Reference" and the "Service Charter for Internal Audit" for Lockton International operations.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
The Senior Internal Audit Executive is responsible for leading from end to end a diverse portfolio of Internal Audits across Lockton International under the direction and guidance of the Internal Audit Leadership Group.
Ensuring the following:
Systems of internal controls are adequate and effective to identify and manage the risks in the group (including Insurance Broking and placement, operational, financial, IT, compliance, conduct, reputational, etc) and ongoing compliance with laws and regulations.
Policies and procedures are consistently being followed.
Risk based Audit approach is devised to adequately address all significant business and audit risks, including the development of bespoke audit scopes and terms of references and detailed audit programs meeting IIA standards and best practice.
All Audit work is thorough, complete, fully documented and has been performed in accordance with Auditing Standards and the company's Internal Audit standards and within budget and agreed timelines.
Risks, control deficiencies and deviations are promptly and accurately identified and communicated to Management.
Audit results are effectively communicated to Management and other key stakeholders (ie external auditors).
Proactively planning, executing, and monitoring the internal audit process, providing feedback and support to team members and adhering to the company's Internal Audit standard
Proactively communicate progress and escalate issues to the Internal Audit Leadership Group and Head of Internal Audit
Develop and maintain viable working relationships within the business and shared services functions.
Maintaining a strong understanding of the identified risks faced by the Group as well as the threat posed by emerging risks by staying abreast of developments in the internal and external environments.
Reviewing the means of safeguarding assets and, where appropriate, verifying the existence of such assets.
Reviewing operational programmes to ascertain whether the operations are being carried out in line with established objectives and goals.
Taking proactive steps to maintain a good knowledge of general internal audit, insurance and regulatory issues.
Identifying and communicating cost saving, efficiencies and business opportunities.
Supervising and coaching all team members on assignments / tasks so they can maximize their potential.
Proactively assist the Internal Audit Leadership Group in producing papers for Boards, Committees and working groups as requested e.g.
Risk and Audit, Risk & Control, IT Security, Data Security, Financial Crime, Conduct and Regulatory Breaches.
Qualifications and / or Experience
Fully qualified professionally qualified (Accountant, Actuary)
Minimum of 3-5 years of post-qualified relevant professional audit/ finance experience (this can include some years of audit related experienced within a big 4 or large Insurance broking internal audit function).
Fluent level in English and advanced report writing in English.
Fluent level of Spanish (speaking, listening and reading)
Strong understanding of the principles and application of good corporate governance, business and operational risk and control processes and procedures.
Strong knowledge of assurance and audit procedures, including risk driven audit planning techniques and methods used to examine, verify and analyse business and financial operations, information, records, statements and reports, and the requirements of the "Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing".
Strong knowledge of the principles, procedures and techniques of accounting, and of financial records and transactions.
Good knowledge of the principles of information technology to conduct assurance activities related to the computer environment.
Experience in data analytics applied to auditing.
Good ability to gain the confidence and respect of management and staff through attributes such as professionalism and positive attitude.
Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft products (Word, Excel, Outlook) or similar software applications.
Effectively manage the allocated resources and actively development of junior team members.
Good presentation skills in both preparation and execution.
Good professional and tactful negotiation and persuasion skills to achieve objectives.
Good ability to effectively manage time and resources, prioritise and ensure that deadlines are met without compromising quality and within budget.
Willingness and ability to continue to develop knowledge of products and related issues through formal and informal learning, both internal and external to the company.
Protects the confidentiality of information learned by performing position duties.