Commercial Leadership Training Director responsible for leadership development programs at Pfizer. Overseeing curriculum design and delivery with a focus on sales leadership training.
About the role
- Support the Group Head of Internal Audit in developing and executing a global, risk-based, internal audit plan aligned with organizational strategy and emerging risks.
- Act as a key advisor to the Group Head of Internal Audit and executive leadership on enterprise risk, internal control, and governance matters.
- Support the Group Head of Internal Audit in strengthening the relationship with the regional executive leadership of your area of focus.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of the efficiency and overall value delivered by the internal audit function by recommending and developing innovative approaches and solutions (e.g. digital transformation of the audit function, innovative audit methodologies, improvement of audit techniques, use of data analysis, etc.).
- Enhance audit effectiveness and efficiency.
- Co-lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing, diverse internal audit team across multiple locations.
- Oversee and lead the planning, execution, and reporting of strategic, operational, financial, and governance audits across all business units with a focus on North America.
- Ensure the quality, consistency, and timeliness of audit work, including high-quality reporting to the Group Head of Internal Audit and senior management.
- Discuss audit results with the executive management.
- Monitor and validate the implementation of audit recommendations and action plans.
- Lead investigations, and special projects as needed.
- Build strong relationships with business leaders, external auditors, and Internal Audit stakeholders.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to management on risk, control, and compliance matters.
- Promote strong risk management and internal controls culture throughout the organization.
- Ensure compliance with internal audit standards (e.g., IIA), regulatory requirements, internal policies and best practices.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging risks.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in management, finance, engineering, or a related field.
- 12+ years of progressive experience in internal audit / external audit, risk management, or internal controls, preferably in an industrial or multinational environment.
- Have previous experience within a major accounting / consultancy firm (big 4).
- Manage staff on several concurrent projects.
- Proven experience in leading and developing teams.
- Strong knowledge of internal control and risk management frameworks (e.g., COSO, ISO 31000).
- Experience with enterprise risk management (ERM) and internal control systems implementation.
- Advanced skills in data analytics, process mining, and digital audit tools (e.g., PowerBI, robotics).
- Knowledge of SAP is a plus.
- Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, or equivalent are highly desirable.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (team spirit).
- Fluency in English required, French is a plus.
- Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization, including executive leadership.
- Ability to adapt the methodology and approach to different contexts and cultures while maintaining quality and compliance with standards.
- High integrity, critical thinking, and a proactive, innovative mindset.
- Willingness to travel internationally as required (up to 40%).
Benefits
- Competitive Annual Base Salary & Bonus
- Paid holidays and vacation time
- Group medical/pharmacy insurance options with company funded health care spending accounts
- Dental insurance & Vision insurance
- A 401k account with company matching contribution
- Company-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Options to purchase additional life insurance (employee, spouse, and child) and additional employee long-term disability insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition benefits including professional certifications
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