Internal Auditor

Internal Auditor
Location: Cape Town (in office)
Type: Permanent
Experience: 3–7 years

About the role
We’re working with a leading independent global asset manager with deep roots in South Africa. They have a dedicated, global in-house Internal Audit function that delivers audit reviews across the business, providing the boards and executive management with independent, objective assurance and advisory support that strengthens the firm and helps it achieve its strategic objectives. The team applies a systematic, disciplined approach to assessing risk management, governance, and internal controls, focusing on what really matters and where it can add value.

What you’ll do
• Build strong, trusted relationships with key stakeholders, acting as a credible business partner while maintaining the independence expected of the third line of defence
• Work collaboratively within the Internal Audit team, contributing to a positive, high-performing environment
• Apply the Global Internal Audit Standards (IIA), the IPPF, and the firm’s internal audit methodology consistently
• Perform audit testing in line with agreed strategies and support Internal Audit Managers on larger reviews
• Plan and execute smaller reviews end-to-end, including identifying risks, controls, and the right testing approach
• Conduct detailed walk-throughs for assigned audit areas
• Draft Terms of Reference for smaller reviews
• Escalate material risks and issues promptly
• Identify control weaknesses and work with line management to agree and close out actions
• Draft clear, well-articulated issues for audit reports
• Manage issue validation and closure with line and senior management
• Finalize and issue audit reports for smaller reviews
• Track, follow up, and close audit findings through to implementation
• Take part in high-risk regulatory or business change initiatives to identify and address issues early
• Raise emerging risks in team forums and share knowledge across the team
• Actively explore how AI can improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the Internal Audit function
• Stay current with developments across the investment management industry, products, and regulation, including regulatory guidance, industry trends, and updates to the IIA and IPPF

What you’ll bring
• A qualified CA(SA) or CIA, or studying towards it
• At least 3 years of internal audit experience auditing investment firms
• A solid understanding of the investment management industry, risk-based internal audit methodologies, and relevant professional standards (IIA / IPPF)
• Understanding of an investment manager’s business processes, products, regulations, and business risks
• Experience auditing internal control assurance reports of an investment firm (AAF 01/06, ISAE 3402, SOC, or equivalent) is an advantage
• A genuine interest in applying AI and contributing new ideas to improve how the team operates

What they look for in a person
• A strong belief in doing the right thing
• An internal-client focus and a collaborative approach
• High conviction, comfortable sharing opinions
• Curiosity about technology and its potential to drive innovation