Head of Operational Audit

Head of Operational Audit About Millennium Millennium is a global, diversified alternative investment firm, founded in 1989. Defined by evolution, innovation and focus, Millennium’s mission is to deliver results for our investors. Our people are empowered with both independence and support: the autonomy to pursue ideas with conviction and the backing of a global network committed to collaboration, disciplined risk management, and continuous learning. With opportunities to deepen expertise and accelerate development, talent at Millennium is equipped to adapt, evolve and build lasting impact over time. Discover how transformative growth accelerates impact. Meet the Team Millennium’s Management Controls and Internal Audit Group exists to assist Millennium's Compliance, Legal & Ethics Oversight Committee, and the Firm’s senior management in fulfilling their governance and oversight responsibilities. The team provides relevant analyses, assessments and recommendations through formal audits, high-level design reviews, and project-based work with defined scope, helping strengthen oversight, risk management, and the overall control environment across the firm.

Serve as a thought partner to the Global Head of MCIA on long-term audit planning and scope design, balancing independent review with the firm’s broader risk management priorities  Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to foster engagement, collaboration, and constructive challenge across the audit process  Plan and execute audit engagements focused on operational processes, controls and related risks across business and support functions  Lead audits independently, from planning and fieldwork through reporting and follow-up, with clear judgment and strong accountability  Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the firm’s technology organization, business areas, and support functions to inform audit coverage and risk assessment  Identify control gaps, process improvement opportunities, and emerging risks, and provide practical, well-reasoned recommendations  Contribute to department-wide initiatives focused on enhancing firm processes and strengthening the overall control environment  Support the annual risk assessment process, audit plan development and other departmental projects and priorities What You Bring 15 years of strong audit experience within financial services  Demonstrated ability to operate independently and lead with confidence, sound judgment, and accountability  Experience developing audit strategy, planning engagements, and defining effective scope  Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across functions and levels  Solid understanding of operational risk, internal controls, and audit methodologies  Ability to assess complex processes and translate findings into clear, practical recommendations  Strong communication skills, including the ability to present issues and recommendations clearly and effectively  A collaborative, proactive approach, and a continuous improvement mindset Salary Range Millennium offers a total compensation package which includes a base salary, discretionary performance bonus, and comprehensive benefits. The estimated base salary range for this position is $160,000 to $250,000, which is specific to New York and may change in the future. When finalizing an offer, we take into consideration an individual’s experience level and the qualifications they bring to the role to formulate a competitive total compensation package.