Head, Internal Audit and Risk Management

Beacongate Limited | Lagos, Nigeria

Full-Time Posted today 1 view

About the Role

Beacongate Limited is seeking an experienced, analytical, and highly motivated professional to lead our Internal Audit and Risk Management functions. In this pivotal role, you will provide independent assurance on the effectiveness of our governance, risk management, internal controls, and regulatory compliance frameworks. You will work closely with the Board and Executive Management to safeguard the company's assets, reputation, and strategic objectives while driving sustainable growth within the Nigerian business environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute comprehensive, risk-based audit plans across all business functions and operational units.
  • Evaluate internal controls, corporate governance structures, regulatory compliance, and Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) frameworks.
  • Lead enterprise-wide risk assessment, continuous monitoring, strategic mitigation, and detailed executive reporting.
  • Investigate potential fraud, control breaches, and operational irregularities with absolute discretion and professional rigor.
  • Ensure strict compliance with NAICOM regulations, statutory requirements, and internal company policies.
  • Present clear, actionable audit and risk reports to Executive Management and the Board Audit and Risk Committee.
  • Engage proactively with external regulators, external auditors, and key internal stakeholders.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Insurance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Relevant professional certification such as ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, CFE, ACIIN/FCIIN, or CRMP.
  • Minimum of 7 years of relevant professional experience, with at least 5 years operating in a senior management capacity.
  • Demonstrable industry experience spanning both Life and General Insurance operations, including underwriting, claims, actuarial operations, reinsurance, and investments.
  • Exceptional core competencies in strategic thinking, leadership, advanced report writing, stakeholder management, and unwavering integrity.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary package commensurate with industry standards and executive experience.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and executive leadership development.
  • Dynamic, purpose-driven work culture focused on excellence and holistic empowerment.

Skills

Internal Audit Risk Management ERM NAICOM Compliance Fraud Investigation Corporate Governance Insurance Operations Stakeholder Management
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