Head of Internal Audit Benelux at Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty SE

Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Internal Audit, Risk Management, Governance, Team Management, Project Management, Change Management, Audit Methodology, Risk Assessment, Analytical Capabilities, Communication, Influencing Others, Managing People, Data Analytics, Strategic Planning, Collaboration, Quality Assurance

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Lead Strategic Excellence as Head of Internal Audit Benelux at Allianz Are you ready to drive strategic audit initiatives and reinforce internal control systems in a dynamic, multinational environment? Join Allianz Benelux as the Head of Internal Audit and play a pivotal role in shaping our risk management and governance landscape. As the Head of Internal Audit Benelux, reporting directly to the Regional CEO, you will be responsible for assessing and strengthening internal control systems, identifying high-risk areas, and recommending measures to enhance the company's risk situation, security, and efficiency. Your strategic insights will support the Board of Management in core activities, ensuring alignment with company goals, local regulatory requirements, and Group Audit standards. You will navigate changes in structures, processes, and reporting lines, increasing knowledge across different business lines and identifying new risk areas in a changing organizational environment. What We Offer Leadership Role: Influence strategic decisions and drive audit excellence across Benelux. Competitive Salary: Attractive compensation package with performance-based incentives. Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement. Dynamic Work Environment: Thrive in a collaborative and innovative setting. Inclusive Culture: Join a diverse workplace committed to excellence and equality. Language Support: Opportunities to enhance your skills in French and/or Dutch. Your Responsibilities Develop and execute a risk-oriented audit plan supporting company’s goals and strategy and aligned with Group Audit strategy. Ensure independent oversight and review of internal control systems and their effectiveness. Collaborate on inter-organizational projects and ensure quality assurance measures. Serve as a partner and advisor to the business, issuing recommendations on deficiencies with regards to the internal control system. Represent the company to external stakeholders and regulators, reporting on audit activities. Interact with external auditors and interface with Group Internal Audit to further develop the Group Audit Strategy. Manage and develop a high-performance audit team, fostering skill-building, talent rotation, and attracting new talents. Your Profile We are seeking a seasoned audit professional with relevant experience in internal/external audit or a comparable managerial role in insurance or financial services. You possess practical experience in team management, project management, and managing change. International work experience is advantageous. You hold a Master’s degree, with a qualification as Certified Internal Auditor being a plus. Fluency in the local language (French and/or Dutch) is mandatory, along with a proven command of English. Your skills include audit methodology, risk assessment, governance, and analytical capabilities. You excel in communication, influencing others, and managing people and projects. At Allianz, we're always on the lookout for individuals who are enthusiastic about AI and Data Analytics to shape the future and drive innovation across our organization. Ready to make an impact? If you're eager to lead strategic audit initiatives and enhance governance at Allianz Benelux, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team and help shape the future of internal audit.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a risk-oriented audit plan aligned with company goals and Group Audit strategy. Ensure independent oversight of internal control systems and collaborate on inter-organizational projects.