Job Description

Under the direction of the Audit Director, the Audit Team Leader is responsible for leading and managing the execution of individual audit assignments.

This includes overseeing a team of senior auditors, and guest auditors where applicable, working either on-site or remotely.

Ensures that audits are planned and executed in accordance with the Integral Internal Audit Standards and the Internal Audit methodology.

As a member of the group audit team, the team leader contributes to the ongoing development and implementation of internal audit methodology, while providing leadership, guidance, and support to assigned staff.

Responsibilities:

Audit Execution

- Lead the detailed planning, execution, and completion of assigned audit engagements
- Translate audit objectives and scope into clear task allocation for team members, ensuring audit programs and testing plans are appropriately designed and executed efficiently
- Organize and facilitate team working sessions throughout the assignment to plan activities, discuss results, resolve issues, and ensure consistency of audit judgments
- Apply sound professional judgment and ensure that audit findings and conclusions are supported by sufficient and appropriate evidence
- Ensure successful delivery of assigned audit engagements, ensuring effective coordination and performance of the audit team as a whole
- Ensure audit engagements are executed in full compliance with the Group Internal Audit methodology and professional standards
- Support the Audit Director in ensuring the quality of audit work and contributing to quality final audit reports

Team Leadership

- Supervise,



coordinate, and coach the team of auditors either on-site or remotely.
- Onboard new and guest auditors, ensuring clarity on audit objectives, scope, methodology, and individual responsibilities
- Allocate work, monitor progress, and review audit documentation to ensure quality and consistency.

Stakeholder Interaction

- Act as the primary day‑to‑day contact for auditees during the engagement.

Follow‑up & Continuous Improvement

- Support the monitoring of remediation actions related to assigned audits.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of audit practices, tools, and ways of working, and share best practices within the audit team.

Qualifications

- 6 years of experience in Testing Inspection and Certification (TIC) industry, or in external / internal audit, or relevant managerial experience in a finance or non‑financial operational role
- High ethical standards, sound judgment, and the ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion
- Demonstrated experience in leading international teams and projects is preferred
- Sound knowledge of internal control principles, risk management, and governance frameworks
- Professional certification such as CIA, CPA, or equivalent is an advantage

Required Skills:

- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent report writing skills suitable for senior-level readers.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving ability.
- Adaptability and the ability to perform in fast-paced, multicultural environments.
- Fluency in English ; additional languages are a plus.

Required Skill Profession

Financial Specialists

📌 Internal Audit Team Lead (Madrid)
🏢 SGS
📍 Madrid