Description
Key Responsibilities
Audit Planning & Risk Assessment
Co-create and maintain a risk-based audit plan aligned with business priorities and regulatory expectations.
Continuously assess emerging risks and revise audit coverage accordingly.
Audit Execution, Quality & Delivery
Lead and oversee execution of complex, high-risk audits across core insurance functions (underwriting, claims, investments, etc.).
Ensure high-quality audit outputs through rigorous review of workpapers, findings, and reports.
Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory (Consulting Role)
Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, providing insights to strengthen risk management and controls (aligned with IIA consulting mandate).
Influence senior stakeholders through transparent communication of audit themes, risks, and practical recommendations.
Team Leadership & Capability Building
Lead, coach, and mentor audit team members, ensuring robust execution discipline and skilled growth.
Drive a high-performance, learning-oriented culture within the audit function.
Governance,



Controls & Regulatory Assurance
Evaluate effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks in line with IIA/COSO standards.
Track and ensure closure of audit and regulatory findings.
Continuous Improvement & Innovation
Leverage data analytics, automation, and AI-enabled auditing techniques to enhance audit coverage, efficiency, and insight generation.
Drive improvements in audit methodology, tools, and processes to keep pace with evolving risks.

Responsibilities
Skills & Competencies
Core: Deep expertise in internal audit frameworks (IIA Standards, COSO) and insurance regulations, with the ability to provide strategic assurance insights.
Analytical & Data-Driven Mindset: Strong analytical capabilities with exposure to data analytics, visualization tools, and emerging AI-enabled audit techniques.
Executive Communication & Influencing: Ability to ar

📌 Lead Internal Audit Maharashtra
🏢 Universal Sompo General Insurance
📍 Maharashtra