Cidel (www.cidel.com) is a Canadian based global private bank and asset manager that designs and implements customized financial solutions to help clients build, preserve and transfer wealth. With a strategic network of operations in Canada and internationally, Cidel’s broad range of investment, trust and structuring capabilities provides clients with solutions that are global, innovative, transparent and compliant. In the world of private banking and trust, Cidel is recognized as a dedicated, high caliber advisor with exceptional, longstanding relationships.
About you
Are you an experienced audit professional with experience in internal control effectiveness and risk management? Are you ready to take the next step in your career and make a significant impact as a Director of Internal Audit in a dynamic and growing financial institution? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.
Cidel, a prominent financial services firm located in downtown Toronto, is actively seeking a Director, Internal Audit to join their dedicated team. As a key member of Cidel's risk management team, you’ll collaborate with the Chief Internal Auditor to oversee and manage Cidel’s internal audit function. Your role will involve providing independent assurance on internal control effectiveness, risk management, and governance processes. With a focus on enhancing operational efficiencies and mitigating risks, you'll lead audits across various business areas, both domestically and internationally.
Your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of tasks, including leading audit engagements, conducting interviews, performing detailed tests, and communicating findings effectively. Together with the Chief Internal Auditor you will review and validate remediation of audit findings, ensuring compliance with standards and guidelines.
As a Director of Internal Audit at Cidel, you'll have the backing of a supportive team and leader to help you excel in your role. Your expertise will contribute to enhancing internal audit practices and impact future risk management decisions across the organization. Given Cidel’s diverse business, this role will be broad in scope, covering Cidel’s Bank, Trust Company, and Asset Manager in both Canada and Barbados.
As an experienced audit professional in either internal or external audit, coupled with being skilled at managing comprehensive risk management frameworks, and enthusiastic about driving operational excellence within a reputable financial institution; we invite you to consider this outstanding career opportunity at Cidel.
In order to be considered for this role, you will possess the following:
Undergraduate university degree. CIA/CISA/CPA Designation
5+ years of leadership experience in financial institutions or accounting/consulting firms
8+ years of experience in audit, risk, IT, finance, or related fields
Familiarity with operational, credit, market, and liquidity risks
Leadership and effective people management experience
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
Results and detail oriented
Strong presentation skills for communicating audit findings
Collaborative team player, able to work as part of a team, in matrixed environments and/or work independently as required. Ability to build relationships with key stakeholders
Please apply ASAP and in confidence to be considered. Competitive compensation package on offer.