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The Associate Director will manage team of internal auditors and on occasion, external consultants, in developing internal audit scope, performing audit procedures and preparing audit reports for review by management and the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors. This includes performing critical project management duties in the planning, scheduling, coordinating and overseeing of audit projects and status. In addition to managing a team, the Associate Director will direct/oversee key processes across the Audit department, coordinate alignment with other Markel assurance activities, and/or support the Directors/Managing Director in preparation, reporting and presenting to the management and audit committees. The Internal Audit Associate Director will have advanced business judgment on control issues, problem identification and problem resolution skills; strong client relationship skills; strong analytical abilities including the utilization of data analysis, third party cost analysis, and evaluative decision-making. Ensuring the team of auditors is adequately trained, motivated, and working efficiently is key to this role. Travel to business locations when required.
The Associate Director will be responsible for managing and delivering the audit plan. The Associate Director will also manage the team of internal auditors and, on occasion, external consultants, in developing internal audit scope, performing audit procedures and preparing audit reports for review by management and the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors. This includes performing critical project management duties in the planning, scheduling, coordinating and overseeing of audit projects and status. In addition to managing a team, the Associate Director will direct/oversee key processes across the Audit department, coordinate alignment with other Markel assurance activities, and/or support the Directors/Managing Director in preparation, reporting and presenting to management and audit committees as needed. The Associate Director will have advanced business judgment on control issues, problem identification and problem resolution skills; strong client relationship skills; strong analytical abilities including the utilization of data analysis, third party cost analysis, and evaluative decision-making. Ensuring the team of auditors is adequately trained, motivated, and working efficiently is key to this role. Travel to business locations when required.
Job Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day delivery of the Audit Plan as approved by the Audit Committee.
- Able to plan and organize audit team activities to manage multiple competing priorities and deploy resources to complete assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
- Review and or identify issues, deviations, and root causes; then display the ability (both written and verbal) to effectively communicate issues to management and influence solutions for most effective use of Markel resources.
- Display a superior understanding of the organization's risks, controls, and governance and how it relates to the work of Internal Audit and alter department objectives and testing based on the emerging risks.
- Direct and supervise core processes within the Audit department or coordinate with other organizational control functions to enhance departmental and organizational procedures while maintaining effective working relationships.
- Cultivate networks and create opportunities to develop relationships and build bonds across the organization.
- Able to proficiently apply gained institutional knowledge of insurance/IT concepts throughout the audit process and identify the need for IT resources.
- Implement and influence improvements to the efficacy and efficiency of the audit department.
- Willing and able to provide clear and constructive feedback to assist auditors in identifying opportunities for development and advice for progressing their career planning. Work to build motivated, high performing teams and develop bench strength.
- Identify and promote Audit department objectives which align with the stated strategic goals of the organization; use knowledge and abilities to energize the Audit department towards the completion of organizational objectives.
- Conduct risk assessment discussions with various levels of management to identify key risks and control concerns and translate those insights into inputs for developing the audit plan.
- Support the Directors/Managing Director with reporting to the company’s management committees and Audit Committees where necessary.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field of studies
Certifications
- CPA, CIA, CPCU, CISA, Certification in Risk Management or equivalent is preferred
Work Experience
- Preferred 7+ years of related work experience in the insurance industry or financial services operations.
- History of consistently exceeding expectations and target goals.
- Advanced business judgment on control issues.
- Strong negotiation and presentation skills.
- Strong people leadership and development skills.
- Able to build relationships across the organization.
- Able to oversee multiple projects, managing the teams performing the work.
- Able to direct processes involving multiple stakeholders.
US Work Authorization
US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.
Markel Group (NYSE – MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.
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In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work.
All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance.
We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays and floating holidays, parental leave.
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