Internal Audit Lead

A prestigious global private markets manager is seeking an accomplished Internal Audit Lead to join their Cape Town office, focusing on technology and data assurance.

What you'll do:

As an Internal Audit Lead, you will play a central role in shaping the organisation’s approach to technology risk assurance. Your day-to-day activities

• Lead end-to-end IT and technology audits within the approved Internal Audit Plan, covering areas like IT general controls, application controls, cybersecurity, data governance, cloud infrastructure, and third-party providers.
• Assist the Head of Internal Audit in scoping IT reviews to ensure technical accuracy and business relevance aligned with the organisation’s risk profile.
• Audit compliance with technology and data regulations such as DORA, GDPR, operational resilience standards, and other frameworks.
• Test IT system controls for access management, change management, incident handling, business continuity, and disaster recovery.
• Review data integrity, lineage, and management practices across systems to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Deliver clear audit reports that outline findings and agreed actions for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Support IT risk assessments and help shape the annual risk-based Internal Audit Plan with a focus on emerging risks like cyber threats and new technologies.
• Monitor changes in technology, regulations, and vendor risks to identify potential issues.
• Prepare management information (MI) for senior forums like Executive Committees or Boards on audit results, risks, and remediation progress.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams and external auditors; provide guidance on IT controls while ensuring coordinated audit coverage.

What you bring:

• To excel as an Internal Audit Lead, your background should include
• 8–10 years of IT audit or technology risk experience in financial services or investment management is required.
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, CIA, ACA, or ACCA are mandatory; multiple certifications are highly value
• Strong expertise in IT general controls (ITGC) frameworks and hands-on experience with application control testing using methodologies like COBIT or ISO 27001
• Proven ability to audit cybersecurity controls, including vulnerability management, penetration testing, identity/access management, and security operations
• Experience auditing cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), SaaS solutions, or third-party providers in large organisations
• Solid understanding of UK/EU regulations for asset managers (e.g., DORA, GDPR) and experience assessing compliance
• Expertise in auditing data governance frameworks, including integrity checks, lineage tracing, and broader data management reviews
• Ability to develop technology-focused Internal Audit Plans and conduct IT risk assessments within complex international structures
• Practical knowledge of end-to-end IT audit processes, from planning to reporting, and experience tracking remediation actions with stakeholders
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for creating clear reports tailored to technical and non-technical audiences while fostering cross-functional relationships.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as one of the world’s most respected private markets managers, with a truly global footprint spanning offices across EMEA, the Americas and Asia. Their commitment to excellence is reflected not only in their impressive assets under management but also in their dedication to nurturing talent through ongoing training opportunities and flexible working arrangements

What's next:

If you are ready to take your career in internal audit leadership to new heights within a globally renowned investment manager, this could be your next great move!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided, your future starts here.