Role Overview Galderma is seeking a Group Head of Internal Audit to lead its general internal audit function and provide independent, forward‑looking assurance to Executive Management and the Board Audit & Finance Committee.

The Group

Head of Internal Audit is responsible for designing and delivering a risk‑based global internal audit strategy, ensuring the effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal controls across Galderma’s worldwide operations. The role goes beyond traditional assurance to act as a strategic partner to leadership, identifying emerging risks, driving control maturity and providing insight during periods of transformation, growth and increased regulatory scrutiny.

Key Responsibilities - Define and own Galderma’s global internal audit strategy aligned with enterprise risks, growth priorities and regulatory requirements.

- Lead the annual enterprise risk assessment and translate results into a rolling, multi‑year audit plan.
- Oversee the end‑to‑end execution of internal audits across all Galderma entities worldwide.
- Ensure high‑quality audit execution, clear issue articulation and pragmatic, value‑adding recommendations.
- Uphold consistent methodologies, quality standards and reporting globally.
- Provide clear, concise and timely reporting to the Group CFO, Executive Committee and Audit & Finance Committee.
- Elevate systemic issues, emerging risks and control weaknesses with independence and sound judgment.
- Build strong,



trusted relationships with senior leadership while preserving audit objectivity.
- Own governance over audit findings and remediation plans.
- Aggregate and trend audit themes to strengthen the Group’s overall control environment.
- Provide forward‑looking insight on strategic initiatives without compromising independence.
- Build and lead a high‑performing global internal audit team.
- Drive innovation through data analytics, automation and modern audit practices.

Experience & Qualifications - 15+ years of experience in internal audit, external audit, risk or control leadership roles.

- Proven leadership of a global internal audit function or equivalent senior assurance role.
- Strong understanding of governance, internal control frameworks and listed‑company requirements.
- Experience in regulated, complex and international environments (pharma, medical devices, life sciences, consumer healthcare or similar).
- Professional qualification such as CIA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent preferred.
- Fluent in English; additional languages are an asset. Leadership & Personal Attributes - High integrity and strong ethical compass.
- Executive presence with the confidence to challenge constructively.
- Analytical, independent and commercially minded.
- Able to balance rigorous assurance with pragmatic business insight.
- Trusted, discreet and resilient in sensitive situations.

📌 Global Head of Internal Audit (Barcelona)
🏢 Galderma Services Spain
📍 Barcelona