Head of Audit

• Performing audits and assessments of Citi's risk and control environments
• Maintaining appropriate relationship as the independent auditor with the Citi Country Officer
• Ensuring CCO and in-country Management receives prompt, timely and complete information relating to Internal Audit activities
• Executing Country Audit assurance plan in line with Citi IA methodology
• Delivering on time high quality Audit reports, Internal Audit and Regulatory issue validation
• Leading audits for other countries in Middle East and Africa cluster
• Representing Citi IA function in discussions with regulators in Kuwait
• Partnering with IA product and functional teams to ensure alignment on critical priorities
• Working with IA Quality Assurance team to address QA findings
• Working with IA Management Information team to analyze audit data

• Minimum 8 years of experience (with at least 5 years in banking)
• Higher degree or related certifications (ACCA, CIA, CPA, ACA, CFA, CISA, CAMS or similar) is mandatory
• Experience in working with global teams and dealing with integrated internal audit and assurance delivery
• Prior experience of conducting risk-based audits and presenting results to management
• Experience in managing regulatory relationships and presenting insights into governance committees
• Knowledge and experience of risk issue management criteria, tools, and methods
• Understanding of how risks and control deficiencies need to be prioritized and remediated across the first and second line of defence
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
• Good numerical and analytical skills
• Advanced skills with Excel
• Strong interpersonal skills for interfacing with all levels within the organization and beyond
• Effective influencing skills
• Pragmatic problem solver
• Promotes a culture of collaboration and teamwork
• Self-motivated and goal oriented
• Sense of urgency in implementing programs
• Willing to challenge and question the status quo
• Critical thinking
• Effective leader

Exceptional candidates who do not meet the minimum criteria may be considered for the role provided they have the necessary skills and experience