Head of Internal Audit, APAC at The Cigna Group

Kwun Tong, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong S.A.R. -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Internal Audit, Risk Management, Governance, Regulatory Compliance, Leadership, Stakeholder Engagement, Analytical Thinking, Project Management, Communication Skills, Insurance Industry Knowledge, Hong Kong Regulatory Framework, Healthcare Systems, Interpersonal Skills, Presentation Skills, Organizational Agility, Ethics and Integrity

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

The job profile for this position is Financial Audit Senior Advisor, which is a Band 4 Senior Contributor Career Track Role. Excited to grow your career? We value our talented employees, and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. If you think the open position you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply! Our people make all the difference in our success. APAC | Regulatory Role with Hong Kong (HK) Insurance Authority Cigna has a unique opportunity for experienced and talented audit leaders, who are motivated to be a part of Cigna’s rapidly growing business in the APAC. This opportunity provides a unique experience to be responsible for leading the internal audit function for Cigna Healthcare’s APAC businesses, while also being a part of a fortune 15 global organization and internal audit function. This role carries regulatory responsibility with the HK Insurance Authority and plays a key part in ensuring strong governance, risk management, and internal controls. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in the insurance sector, a strong understanding of Hong Kong and Singapore regulatory requirements, and the ability to lead audit teams in a dynamic and multicultural environment. The Head of Internal Audit, APAC has a direct reporting line to Cigna Healthcare’s International Health Head of Audit. In addition to collaborating with senior leadership and stakeholders, the Head of Internal Audit, APAC will have responsibility for engaging directly with internal governance committees and various regulators to deliver insights and to present the results of our audit activities, including recommendations for solutions to strengthen and drive efficiencies in the control environment. Additionally, this leadership role includes the following responsibilities: Key Responsibilities Lead, coach, and develop the APAC Internal Audit team to deliver risk-based audits across the region, while also ensuring adequate coverage relative to core businesses, processes and functions. Serve as the key person responsible for the Internal Audit function registered with the Hong Kong Insurance Authority. Maintain strong relationships with the Audit Committee members and the Board of Directors. Stay informed on internal audit activities of joint ventures. Design and maintain a strategic audit plan aligned with the Companies’ objectives, risks, and both Hong Kong and broader APAC regulatory obligations. Manage execution of audits, including scoping, planning, supervision, documentation, and reporting. Prepare and deliver presentations regarding audit findings to stakeholders, including senior management and the Executive Committees. Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and escalate overdue actions. Engage with stakeholders on key initiatives to provide consultation regarding governance and internal control best practices. Build strong business relationships and work collaboratively with key functions, ensuring close coordination with Compliance and Risk Management to support a unified approach to control effectiveness and risk mitigation. Collaborate with Internal Audit teams operating globally to ensure alignment on audit coverage, knowledge sharing, and consistent application of best practices across the region. Act as the primary Internal Audit contact for regulatory matters across the APAC, including ongoing engagement with regulators such as the HK Insurance Authority and the Monetary Authority of Singapore. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with a Postgraduate degree (i.e. Masters) preferred. Professional certifications such as CA, CPA, or CIA are highly desirable. Minimum of 10 years of experience in internal audit, with at least 4 years in a senior role. At least 5 years of prior experience in the Healthcare or Insurance industry, with a solid understanding of healthcare systems, insurance operations, and regulatory requirements specific to Hong Kong. Knowledge and Abilities: Sound knowledge of Hong Kong regulatory frameworks and financial reporting requirements. Strong technical expertise in accounting principles, control procedures, audit standards, and best practices. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English; proficiency in Chinese is an advantage. Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. Proven leadership and project management skills; capable of motivating and guiding cross-functional teams. Demonstrated ability to build and sustain effective relationships across global and multicultural teams. High level of analytical thinking and sound judgment, with a track record of making effective, well-reasoned decisions. Innovative mindset with the courage to challenge conventional thinking and improve processes. Strong organizational agility, ability to multi-task, and adapt to changing priorities. Comfortable operating in both office-based and virtual collaborative environments. Willingness to travel up to 30%, with a strong commitment to working in multicultural settings. Demonstrates unquestionable ethics and integrity in all professional dealings. Please note that you must meet our posting guidelines to be eligible for consideration. Policy can be reviewed at this link.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop the APAC Internal Audit team to deliver risk-based audits while ensuring adequate coverage of core businesses. Engage with stakeholders and regulators to present audit findings and recommendations for improving the control environment.