THE OPPORTUNITY:

• Identify key risks at the local level considering the relevant strategies and business environment, and design and deliver an audit plan providing appropriate assurance to the local Board and management.
• Ensure high professional standards as required by the Group Internal Audit Charter and Manual
• Lead the local audit team in the planning and execution of audits/reviews and evaluate the adequacy of controls according to established schedule and quality requirements. Supervise the execution of all phases of audit engagements, supervising the audit team.
• Deliver audit reports, lead discussion of findings and remedial action plans with management.
• Report results of internal audit activities to the local Board Audit Committee and other committees and management forums.
• Follow-up audit issues and supervise implementation of the agreed remedial actions by management.
• Assist regional audit teams in thematic and focus areas to be assigned from time to time (e.g., data governance and health related reviews).
• Cascade new regulations relevant to Internal Audit, conduct gap analysis and propose action plans to ensure Internal Audit’s compliance with the prevailing regulations.
• Perform review of the adequacy and effectiveness of risk management in accordance with the applicable standards.
• Maintain a solid understanding of overall business issues. Understand AIA Vietnam’s structure and functional responsibility. Assess efficiency and effectiveness during audits and align with AIA Group strategy and objectives.
• Promote new ideas and good practice of implementing engagements and internal infrastructuimprovementsnts. Demonstrate dedication to AIA and GIA’s strategic vision, be a self-starter and promote accountability and responsibility for actions.

• Maintain deep business relationships with appropriate levels of Senior Management personnel at Group and local levels, to ensure that GIA is aware of changes in business activities and objectives, and a necessary audit response is developed.
• Liaise with the control community and other members of the company to contribute to the implementation of an effective and efficient system of internal control.
• Involve in the implementation of new processes and systems of the company to provide an independent view to management of the quality and effectiveness of the projects upon assignment.
• Provide professional advice and insights to key stakeholders to enable informed management decisions.
• Coordinate in reviews performed by regulators, external auditors (for special projects, if any), and other groups providing assurance.
• Develop rapport with management through regular communication of changes in business operations, emerging risks and potential issues, etc.
• Perform other responsibilities and duties periodically assigned by the Regional Director of Internal Audit and/or Group Head of Internal Audit in order to meet operational and/or other requirements.

• Build and maintain a team of local auditors with the appropriate operating model and capabilities to complete the audit plan and achieve the departmental goals.
• Provide timely and appropriate coaching, training and performance appraisals to staff.
• Cascade GIA methodology changes, and provide training and advice to team members on audit methodology.
• Demonstrate ability to resolve team conflicts and bring groups together to enhance project results through group planning, feedback and development skills.

• Minimum ten years of internal/external audit experience. Supervisory working experience in internal audit, risk, compliance or finance functions in insurance, banking or a related industry is preferred.
• A relevant professional qualification such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or equivalent.
• Understanding of life insurance operations, industry practices and regulatory requirements.
• Good boardroom presence, and able to interact with and present at local Audit and other committee meetings, as well as interact with regulators
• Good influencing and negotiation skills and ability to deal with senior management
• Demonstrable experience and knowledge in risk management.
• Ability to support multi stakeholder information needs
• Knowledge with audit tools and other software such as Team Mate, Power BI, Databricks, ACL (or other data analytic tools), MS Office, and intermediate knowledge on IT.
• Good command of both oral and written English.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to analyse complex data, identify key issues and discuss issues effectively with the Regional Director of Internal Audit and management to reach appropriate conclusions.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet milestones within time, cost and quality constraints.
• A strong and driven leader and a good team player.
• Willing to travel within Vietnam, Hong Kong Group Office or other countries for audit, learning and development as required.