Audit Director - Insurance Operations & Investments

Audit Director - Insurance Operations & Investments 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by Oliver James. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $148,500.00/yr - $205,000.00/yr Internal Audit Director - Operations & Investments (Life Insurance) - New York A leading Life Insurance organization in New York is seeking an accomplished Internal Audit Director to oversee audit coverage across Operations and Investment functions. This role will drive risk management maturity, strengthen internal controls, and ensure regulatory compliance while partnering closely with senior leadership. Role & Responsibilities Lead enterprise risk assessments and develop the annual audit plan for Operations and Investments Oversee audit engagements from planning through reporting, ensuring high-quality execution Evaluate operational controls across policy administration, underwriting, claims, reinsurance, and vendor management Provide audit oversight across investment governance, portfolio management, private assets, derivatives, and investment compliance Prepare audit reports and communicate insights to executive leadership and the Audit Committee Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Risk, Finance, Investments, Compliance, Actuarial) to enhance control environments Ensure adherence to regulatory and industry frameworks (NAIC, NYDFS, SOX/Model Audit Rule) Coach, develop, and mentor audit staff while fostering a strong control culture Key Skills & Qualifications 10+ years of internal audit, risk management, or assurance experience, preferably within Life Insurance or Financial Services Background in operations audit and/or investment audit required Strong knowledge of control frameworks, investment processes, and insurance operations Professional certifications strongly preferred: CIA, CPA, CISA, CFA, or FRM Proven leadership experience with demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders Excellent communication, audit reporting, and presentation skills Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to execution Seniority level Director Employment type Full-time Job function Accounting/Auditing Industries Insurance Agencies and Brokerages, Insurance Carriers, and Insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr