Internal Audit Professional Practices Advisor

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As a valued contributor to our Internal Audit Professional Practices team, you will play a key role in the continued evolution of the Internal Audit methodology and the delivery of impactful reporting to the Board and Internal Audit leadership. This role supports the maintenance and continuous improvement of a forward-looking internal audit methodology aligned with Global Internal Audit Standards, regulatory expectations, enterprise governance, and leading practices to enable effective, high-quality, risk-based internal audit services. Additionally, this role is responsible for collaborating across Internal Audit to develop and deliver impactful Board reporting on audit results, risk themes, and meaningful insights and enhancing Internal Audit management reporting that supports effective oversight and informed decision-making. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the transformation of Internal Audit and offers visibility and exposure to Internal Audit leadership. THE IMPACT YOU WILL MAKE The Internal Audit Professional Practices Advisor role will offer you the flexibility to make each day your own, while working alongside people who care so that you can deliver on the following responsibilities: Contribute to the advancement and modernization of Internal Audit methodology through technology-enabled solutions that improve efficiency and insight-driven internal audit activities. Maintain and continuously enhance the Internal Audit methodology, to support alignment with Global Internal Audit Standards, regulatory expectations, and enterprise governance requirements. Evaluate and translate evolving regulatory requirements, emerging risks, industry leading practices, and stakeholder feedback into actionable internal audit processes, methodologies guidance, and tools that drive consistency and quality across the audit lifecycle. Promote effective application of the Internal Audit framework by providing methodology guidance, addressing complex methodology matters, and identifying opportunities to strengthen audit quality and consistency. Act as a trusted advisor and influencer to Internal Audit leadership and stakeholders across Internal Audit, proactively driving adoption of enhanced methodologies and practices. Lead the development and delivery of high-quality Board reporting, partnering across Internal Audit to identify, synthesize and elevate the most significant audit results, risks, themes, and emerging trends to provide meaningful insights. Advance Internal Audit management reporting by leveraging data, visualization, and technology-enabled solutions to enhance efficiency, strengthen insights, and support informed decision-making. Lead cross-functional initiatives that strengthen the governance and effectiveness of Internal Audit, including methodology updates, audit lifecycle improvements, training and adoption, and integration of advanced audit technologies. Serve as a mentor and coach, providing oversight and guidance to elevate team performance, strengthen capabilities, and ensure high-quality delivery. THE EXPERIENCE YOU BRING TO THE TEAM Minimum Required Experiences and Skills 6 years of internal audit experience and extensive knowledge of internal audit standards, risk-based auditing, governance frameworks, and regulatory expectations. Demonstrated track record of proactively identifying improvement opportunities, taking ownership, and delivering high-impact outcomes. Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive adoption of new practices and ways of working. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to assess complex changes and