Responsibilities & Context:The Head of Audit is a strategic leader of the organization's internal audit function, responsible for delivering independent, risk-based assurance across all operations. This role ensures regulatory compliance, strengthens governance, and proactively addresses operational vulnerabilities. As a trusted advisor to senior leadership and the Board Audit Committee, the position safeguards organizational integrity, promotes accountability, and enables sound decision-making at the highest level.Set Audit Direction - Define and execute the annual audit strategy to ensure full risk-based coverage across the organization.Lead Audit Excellence - Guide and empower audit teams to deliver regular, surprise, and special audits with precision and impact.Strengthen Controls - Evaluate and enhance governance, internal controls, and risk management frameworks.Deliver Insightful Reporting - Provide clear, timely, and actionable audit reports to senior management and the Board Audit Committee. Must have excellent writing ability.Mitigate Risks - Identify critical control gaps, policy breaches, and systemic vulnerabilities, and drive sustainable solutions.Ensure Follow-Through - Monitor and enforce timely implementation of audit recommendations.Prioritize with Precision - Apply risk matrices and analytical tools to focus on where risks are higher.Uphold Standards - Approve audit ratings, control risk gradings, and independent testing results encompassing AML & CFT.Safeguard Compliance - Maintain continuous oversight to ensure regulatory and policy adherence.Advise Leadership - Act as a strategic partner to executive management on risk and governance matters.Shape Culture - Champion integrity, vigilance, and process discipline organization-wide.Fulfill Governance Mandates - Execute special assignments from the Board Audit Committee or Executive Management.Education Requirements:
Bachelor/Honors
CIA - Certified Internal Auditor or its equivalent is preferred.Experience:
At least 20 years
The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Banks
Additional Job Requirements:In-depth understanding of Bangladesh Bank's Core Risk Management Guidelines, Banking Companies Act, and relevant circulars.Strong knowledge of Basel III / IV compliance, IFRS, and International Standards on Auditing (ISA).Expertise in risk-based internal auditing and compliance monitoring.Familiarity with AML/CFT regulations, Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit (BFIU) requirements, and KYC/EDD processes.Proficiency in IT and digital banking audit methodologies, including cybersecurity risk assessment.Company Information:Private Commercial Bank
