Senior Manager, Group Corporate Assurance (Internal Audit)

A Senior Manager, Group Corporate Assurance (Internal Audit) job has become available at a company in automotive industry based in Petaling Jaya.

A multinational conglomerate is seeking a Senior Manager, Group Corporate Assurance (Internal Audit) to join their team in Petaling Jaya. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to play a pivotal role in shaping the corporate assurance function across multiple divisions and regions, driving operational efficiency and supporting high standards of governance. You will be empowered to provide strategic guidance, foster continuous improvement, and collaborate with senior stakeholders at all levels. The organisation offers a competitive salary package ranging from RM216,000 to RM240,000 per annum, alongside exciting working opportunities and a commitment to professional development. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact within a global business environment and thrive in a supportive, inclusive culture, this role will allow you to leverage your expertise while growing your career.

* Competitive annual salary between RM216,000 and RM240,000 with additional benefits tailored for senior professionals.
* Opportunity to lead and develop a collaborative team focused on enhancing internal controls and operational excellence across diverse business units.
* Work within a multinational environment that values flexibility, ongoing training opportunities, and generous staff benefits contributions for long-term career growth.

What you'll do:

As Senior Manager, Group Corporate Assurance (Internal Audit), you will be entrusted with overseeing the corporate assurance function across assigned divisions and regions. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve strategic planning of assurance activities, guiding your team through complex reviews, and ensuring consistent focus on material risk areas. You will be instrumental in developing robust frameworks that enhance operational efficiency while fostering a culture of integrity. By collaborating closely with senior management and stakeholders both internally and externally, you will ensure that audit findings translate into actionable improvements. Your ability to manage human capital effectively will help build a resilient team capable of delivering high-quality results. This position offers you the chance to make significant contributions towards strengthening governance practices within a dynamic multinational setting.

* Oversee the development and implementation of the annual corporate assurance plan and budgets for assigned divisions, ensuring alignment with formulated review strategies based on business risks.
* Manage the execution of the annual corporate assurance plan for your area of responsibility, ensuring achievement of key performance indicators set by regional leadership.
* Develop and coordinate strategies and work plans that drive continuous improvement in control environments across multiple business units.
* Formulate objectives and strategies for special advisory or investigative reviews, managing their execution with discretion and professionalism.
* Uphold core organisational values by maintaining integrity and objectivity within the team during all assurance activities.
* Ensure high-quality standards in reporting audit findings, issues, and recommendations that contribute to operational improvements throughout the group.
* Profile, follow up on, and close out identified issues efficiently to support effective risk management.
* Prepare ad-hoc and periodic reports detailing achievements against the annual plan, key audit findings, and recommendations for further profiling to senior management.
* Assist regional leadership in managing human capital requirements including performance evaluation, developmental needs assessment, succession planning, and collaboration on departmental enhancement programmes.
* Maintain effective relationships with audit clients, external auditors, and other stakeholders to clarify business issues and provide value-added consultancy.

What you bring:

Your extensive experience in corporate assurance will enable you to excel as Senior Manager, Group Corporate Assurance (Internal Audit). You bring not only technical expertise but also strong interpersonal skills that foster collaboration among teams. Your proven background in leading assurance functions within large organisations equips you with the insight needed to navigate complex business environments. Fluency in both English and Mandarin allows you to connect effectively across multicultural teams. Your commitment to professional growth ensures that methodologies remain current with global best practices. By leveraging your negotiation skills and empathetic approach towards team development, you will help cultivate an environment where operational excellence thrives.

* Minimum bachelor's degree in any discipline; preference given to candidates with qualifications related to finance or auditing.
* Professional qualification in a relevant field such as ACCA, CPA or equivalent is highly desirable for this senior role.
* At least 12 to 15 years experience in corporate assurance or related functions within large organisations is required.
* Demonstrated track record of holding management or senior management roles for at least 6 to 10 years with substantive leadership responsibilities.
* Excellent command of written and spoken English & Mandarin is essential for effective communication across diverse teams.
* Proven ability to communicate clearly and negotiate successfully with senior stakeholders at all levels within an organisation.
* Experience in developing review strategies aligned with business objectives and risk profiles is highly valued.
* Strong interpersonal skills with an empathetic approach towards team development and stakeholder engagement are crucial for success.
* Commitment to continuous professional development including keeping abreast of global best practices in auditing standards is expected.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive investigations or advisory reviews.

What sets this company apart:

This multinational conglomerate stands out as a partner of choice for some of the world's most respected brands across automotive and industrial equipment sectors. With over 30,000 employees spanning 18 countries throughout Asia Pacific, they have built their reputation on sustainable value creation through operational excellence and high performance standards. Employees benefit from fast-paced working arrangements designed to support work-life balance alongside generous staff benefits contributions that secure long-term financial wellbeing. The company's commitment to ongoing training ensures every team member has access to resources needed for personal growth. Their inclusive culture encourages knowledge sharing while fostering dependable networks-making it an ideal environment for those who value teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your career further by joining a globally recognised organisation committed to excellence in corporate assurance, this is your moment-apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C