Director: Risk Advisory Services 

SUMMARY:
Risk Advisory Director – Internal Audit (Mining and Telecommunications Sector) 
 
Lead Strategic Risk Advisory Services Across a Complex  Mining and Telecommunications Environment
 
An exceptional opportunity exists for an accomplished Risk Advisory and Internal Audit leader to join a leading professional services firm as a Risk Advisory Director

POSITION INFO:
This role is ideally suited to a strategic and commercially astute professional with extensive experience within the mining and/or Telecommunications sectors and a proven track record of leading internal audit, risk management, governance, and advisory engagements. 

You will play a pivotal role in shaping client strategies, strengthening governance frameworks, enhancing risk management practices, and driving business growth across a diverse portfolio of clients in these sectors.

As a trusted advisor to executive leadership teams, boards, and audit committees, you will lead complex engagements while building high-performing teams in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.

Key Focus Areas:
Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute the strategic vision for the Internal Audit and Risk Advisory practice.

• Drive growth initiatives aligned with business objectives and market opportunities.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to executives, boards, audit committees, and senior stakeholders.

• Build and maintain long-term client relationships across the mining and telecommunications sectors.

• Oversee the delivery of complex internal audit, risk management, and governance engagements.

• Ensure projects are delivered within scope, budget, and timelines while maintaining exceptional quality standards.

• Identify and secure new business opportunities within the mining and broader industrial sectors.

• Expand existing client relationships and develop strategic partnerships.

• Lead proposal development, presentations, and client pitches.

• Contribute to the practice's revenue growth and profitability targets.

• Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams.

• Support succession planning and talent development initiatives.

• Champion knowledge sharing and professional development across the practice.

• Honours Degree in Internal Audit, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Professional qualifications such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) or equivalent is essential.

• CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) will be highly advantageous.

• Around 12 years of experience within Risk Advisory, Internal Audit, Governance, Risk Management, or Assurance Services.

• At least 5- 6 years of leadership experience at Senior Manager level or above.

• Extensive experience in the mining and/or Telecommunications sector is essential.

• Experience of working with large, complex organisations and executive stakeholders.

• Demonstrated success in business development, client acquisition, and portfolio management.

• Lead strategic engagements with some of the most prominent organisations in the mining and telecommunications sectors.

• Influence governance, risk, and assurance practices at executive and board level.

• Join a respected and growing advisory practice with ambitious growth plans.

• Work alongside highly experienced professionals in a collaborative environment.

• Enjoy significant client interaction and the opportunity to build lasting industry relationships.

• Play a key role in shaping the future direction of the Risk Advisory and Internal Audit practice.

• Access ongoing professional development and leadership growth opportunities.