Head of Internal Audit, China

Req ID: 107333

Department: Internal Audit - Institutional

Division: Internal Audit

Location: Shanghai

About Us

At ANZ, we're shaping a world where people and communities thrive, driven by a common goal: to improve the financial wellbeing and sustainability of our customers. Our Institutional bank helps our largest customers move trade and capital around the region, providing our people with great opportunities to build their technical expertise and their careers.

About the Role

Are you passionate about making a real impact through audit and assurance? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are valued? If so, we are looking for talented individuals like you to join our team

Internal Audit (IA) serves as the independent third line in ANZ's three lines of defence (3LOD) governance model. Our IA function is made up of multiple teams that work together to help the bank move at pace safely, leveraging our enterprise-wide perspective and independence.

The Head of Internal Audit, China should embody IA's aspiration to be the leading audit function and a trusted independent voice promoting strong risk management across the bank. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders, influence strategic decisions, and drive continuous improvement across ANZ's China business.

This role is accountable for providing relevant and timely independent assurance across the risk and control environment for ANZ China. The HIA designs assurance activities, co-ordinates their delivery and maintains robust relationships with key stakeholders including executive management, the ANZ China Audit Committee and external regulators, as well as the wider ANZ Internal Audit team.

Banking is changing and we're changing with it, giving our people great opportunities to try new things, learn and grow. Whatever your role at ANZ, you'll be building your future, while helping to build ours.

Role Type: Permanent, Full Time

Role Location: Shanghai, China

What will your day look like?

As the Head of Internal Audit, China, you will be accountable for:

Leading the design and overseeing the timely delivery of high-quality assurance that effectively identifies risks and controls, ensuring audits meet objectives and are completed within budget.

Building strong relationships with stakeholders to gain buy-in for audit outcomes and driving improvements in the risk and control environment.

Developing a deep understanding of business strategy and sharing insights with the audit team to support proactive risk management and add value.

Ensuring adherence to regulatory expectations and requirements.

Contributing to strategic initiatives and maintaining a current view of the ANZ China risk landscape through ongoing feedback and collaboration.

Bringing to life Internal Audit's employee value proposition through effective development and performance management of IA team members, including through ongoing coaching and feedback.

Working closely with the Internal Audit Extended Leadership Team to deliver assurance plans and contribute to the delivery of IA strategy.

What will you bring?

To grow and be successful in the role, you will ideally bring the following:

Substantial relevant professional work experience in an institutional banking and financial services environment, either in internal / external audit, OR risk management / assurance.

Strong understanding of risk, control, and regulatory frameworks and best practices within an Institutional banking environment, including extensive experience interacting with China regulators.

In-depth understanding of global internal audit standards (e.g. IIA) and methodology.

Proven ability to lead complex assurance portfolios, using data analytics to enhance risk assessment and audit execution. Hands-on experience with generative AI and automation would be beneficial.

Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with a track record of working effectively with senior executives, and strong report writing and stakeholder presentation skills.

Proven experience in leading and inspiring teams, including communicating a compelling vision and using a range of leadership styles appropriate to the situation.

Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities, with strong communication, negotiation, and conflict management skills.

A collaborative, growth-oriented mindset with a passion for innovation, continuous learning, and emerging technologies.

So why join us?

From the moment you join ANZ, you'll be doing meaningful work that will shape a world where people and communities thrive.

But it's not just our customers who'll feel your impact. you'll feel it too. Because at ANZ, you'll have the resources, opportunities, and support you need to take the next big step in your career.

We're a diverse bunch at ANZ in different roles, different locations, doing different things. That's why we have a range of flexible working arrangements, so our people can 'make work, work for them'. We also provide a range of benefits including access to health and wellbeing services and discounts on selected products and services from ANZ and more.

At ANZ, you'll be part of an organisation where the different backgrounds, perspectives and life experiences of our people are celebrated. That's because we're committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments you may require to our recruitment process or the role itself. If you are a candidate with a disability or access requirement, let us know how we can provide you with additional support.

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Job Posting End Date

31/12/2025 , 11.59pm, (Melbourne Australia)