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VP - Internal Audit Methodology & Quality Assurance

Chiyoda 外資系企業 Japanese Corporate Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
This is a strategic opportunity for an experienced internal audit professional to join a global financial institution's Quality Assurance & Methodology team. Based in Tokyo, the role supports methodology enhancement, quality reviews, and regulatory alignment in collaboration with regional audit hubs.
  • Influence global audit standards and Quality Assurance practices across regions.
  • Drive training, governance, and innovation in audit methodology.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading global financial institution with a mature internal audit function, structured under global governance. The QA & Methodology team supports internal audit practices across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia, helping maintain excellence and innovation in assurance activities.

Job Description

  • Draft and update global audit methodology, templates, and guidance notes.
  • Deliver training and provide day-to-day support to auditors worldwide.
  • Execute quality assurance reviews and validate audit outcomes.
  • Conduct benchmarking against industry standards and regulatory guidance.
  • Support reporting to Audit Committees and executive stakeholders.
  • Contribute to performance metric development and dashboard enhancements.

The Successful Applicant

  • 7+ years of audit experience in financial services or Big 4 advisory.
  • Strong understanding of IIA standards, Basel papers, and audit regulation.
  • CIA, CPA, or CFA preferred.
  • Proven skills in audit methodology, quality assurance, and stakeholder reporting.
  • Bilingual communication skills: Native-level Japanese or English with strong fluency in the other.
  • Strong project management, attention to detail, and delivery focus.
  • Proactive mindset with the ability to challenge and drive improvement.
  • High level of integrity and alignment with internal audit values.

What's on Offer

  • Key role in shaping global audit methodology and frameworks.
  • Exposure to regional audit teams and strategic risk oversight.
  • Opportunity to contribute to industry benchmarking and governance.
  • Collaborative, global team with a strong focus on ethical standards.
Contact
Carl Iso
Quote job ref
JN-042025-6715468
Phone number
+81 80 4676 4473

Job summary

Function
Banking & Financial Services
Specialisation
Risk Management
Specialisation
Financial Services
Location
Chiyoda
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Carl Iso
Consultant phone
+81 80 4676 4473
Job Reference
JN-042025-6715468
Company Type
Japanese Corporate
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

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