Vice President – Internal Audit (Head of Department)

Job Responsibilities · Define and drive the Internal Audit strategy and annual audit plan in alignment with the organization’s business objectives, risk profile, governance framework, and strategic direction. · Lead and oversee Internal Audit activities across the Group to ensure effective governance, risk management, and internal control processes, with appropriate coverage of business, operational, financial, technology, and emerging risks. · Evaluate risks and internal controls across end-to-end business and operational processes, including systems, technology, engineering, manufacturing, and field operations. · Develop and execute risk-based IT Audit, IT Governance, Digital Technology, and Technology Risk audit plans aligned with enterprise objectives and the organization’s digital transformation direction. · Assess the effectiveness of internal controls and risk management across engineering, manufacturing, industrial operations, and other complex operational environments, and provide practical recommendations to strengthen operational resilience and performance. · Act as a trusted advisor to senior management and Head Office stakeholders by providing strategic and practical recommendations to enhance business processes, internal controls, risk mitigation, operational effectiveness, and governance. · Enhance and maintain Internal Audit methodologies and practices in accordance with the Global Internal Audit Standards, including the establishment and oversight of Quality Assurance and Improvement Programs (QAIP). · Lead the development of continuous auditing, continuous monitoring, data analytics, automation, and AI-enabled audit techniques to enhance audit coverage, efficiency, and the ability to identify emerging risks. · Lead the evolution and enhancement of the Internal Audit function to support Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, technology adoption, operational transformation, and emerging business risks. · Provide independent assessment and insights on significant business, technology, operational, and strategic risks to support effective decision-making by senior management and the Audit Committee. · Prepare clear, concise, and executive-level audit reports and present significant audit findings, key risks, and recommendations to senior management and the Audit Committee. · Ensure audit working papers and documentation are complete, appropriate, and maintained in accordance with professional standards and Internal Audit methodology. Job Specifications · Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Internal Audit, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline. · Minimum 12 years of progressive experience in Internal Audit, Risk Management, Internal Control, or related assurance functions. · At least 5 years of leadership or management experience overseeing Internal Audit teams and/or complex, multi-business audit engagements. · Strong experience in IT Audit, IT Governance, Digital Technology, or Technology Risk Management. · Strong understanding and experience in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Operations, or other complex operational environments. · Demonstrated ability to assess risks and internal controls across end-to-end business, technology, engineering, manufacturing, and operational processes. · Experience in Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, data analytics, automation, continuous auditing, or AI-enabled audit techniques is highly desirable. · Strong track record in communicating audit results, key risks, and strategic recommendations to senior management, the Audit Committee, and governance committees. · Strong understanding of governance, risk management, internal control frameworks, and professional Internal Audit standards, including the Global Internal Audit Standards. · Experience in a manufacturing or industrial business environment is highly preferred. . Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) / Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) / CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) / Certified Professional Internal Audit of Thailand (CPIAT) / Professional Internal Auditor Certificate (PIAC) · Good command of written and spoken English.