Head, Internal Audit and Risk Management
Beacongate Limited
About the Role
- We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated professional to lead our Internal Audit and Risk Management functions.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for providing independent assurance on the effectiveness of governance, risk management, internal controls, and regulatory compliance frameworks, while supporting the Board and Management in safeguarding the Company's assets, reputation, and strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute risk-based audit plans across business functions.
- Evaluate internal controls, governance, compliance, and ERM frameworks.
- Lead enterprise-wide risk assessment, monitoring, mitigation, and reporting.
- Investigate fraud, control breaches, and operational irregularities.
- Ensure compliance with NAICOM regulations and internal policies.
- Present audit and risk reports to Executive Management and the Board Audit & Risk Committee.
- Engage regulators, external auditors, and key stakeholders.
Qualification/Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Insurance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Relevant certification: ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, CFE, ACIIN/FCIIN, CRMP, or equivalent.
- BA or postgraduate qualification is an added advantage.
- 2+ years' relevant experience, including at least 5 years in senior management.
- Strong knowledge of insurance operations, corporate governance, internal audit, ERM, and regulatory compliance.
Industry Experience:
Please note that demonstrable experience in both Life and General Insurance, covering relevant areas such as:
- Life Assurance
- Credit Life & Annuities
- Underwriting & Claims
- Agency & Bancassurance
- Actuarial Operations
- Investments
- Reinsurance & Microinsurance
- General Insurance Business Classes.
Core Competencies:
- Strategic Thinking
- Leadership
- Analytical Skills
- Report Writing
- Stakeholder Management
- Integrity
- Business Acumen
Application Closing Date
30th October, 2026.
How to apply
Qualified candidates with the required insurance industry experience are encouraged to apply to using the Job title as the subject line
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