Senior Internal Auditor

Job Purpose

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Internal Auditor to join our Group Internal Audit team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting the EMEA-Asia Pacific region, ensuring that our operations comply with the highest standards of internal control, risk management, and corporate governance. The role offers an excellent opportunity to work within a dynamic and growing global pharmaceutical company with headquarters in Milan.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Planning & Execution:
•    Lead and execute risk-based audits across the EMEA and Asia Pacific regions, focusing on financial, operational, compliance, and IT processes.
•    Develop and implement audit plans, including scoping, resource allocation, and timeline management, ensuring alignment with the overall audit strategy.
•    Conduct thorough assessments of internal controls, identifying areas of risk and opportunities for improvement.

Reporting & Communication:
•    Prepare detailed audit reports with clear, concise, and actionable recommendations for process improvements.
•    Communicate audit findings and recommendations to senior management, ensuring a clear understanding of risks and corrective actions.
•    Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations to ensure effective risk mitigation.

Risk Management:
•    Evaluate the effectiveness of risk management processes and ensure that they are in line with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
•    Provide insights and recommendations on risk management strategies to senior management and other stakeholders.

Compliance & Best Practices:
•    Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory standards, particularly those specific to the pharmaceutical industry.
•    Stay updated on the latest developments in internal audit practices, risk management, and regulatory requirements, particularly in the pharmaceutical sector.
•    Collaborate with other departments (in particular with the Compliance dept.) to promote a culture of compliance and continuous improvement.

Team Collaboration & Leadership:
•    Work closely with the Internal Audit Manager and other team members to achieve audit objectives.
•    Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization to facilitate the audit process.
 

Required Education

•    Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
•    Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent are highly desirable.
 

Required Skills and Experience

Experience:
•    At least 7 years of experience in internal audit, with a strong background in the pharmaceutical industry.
•    Proven experience in conducting audits across multiple regions. 

Skills:
•    Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
•    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
•    Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
•    High level of integrity, with a commitment to upholding the highest ethical standards.
•    IT proficiency: familiarity with SAP (especially S/4HANA) and data analytics tools. Adapt to new technologies and software as required.
 

Required Languages

Native French; fluent in English; proficiency in a third language is preferred.

Travel required in %

The position may require up to 30% travel, primarily within the EMEA region.