Sr Manager-Internal Audit

Area(s) of responsibility

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Birlasoft, a global leader at the forefront of Cloud, AI, and Digital technologies, seamlessly blends domain expertise with enterprise solutions. The company’s consultative and design-thinking approach empowers societies worldwide, enhancing the efficiency and productivity of businesses. As part of the multibillion-dollar diversified CKA Birla Group, Birlasoft with its 12,000+ professionals, is committed to continuing the Group’s 170-year heritage of building sustainable communities.

Key responsibilities will include: 
Responsible for overseeing the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework and ensuring its effective implementation across the organization.
Risk Governance and Oversight: Collaborating with the Board of Directors, Risk Management Committee, and Audit Committee to ensure proper risk governance
Risk Infrastructure and Management: Working with the Executive Risk Council and Chief Risk Officer to develop and maintain the risk management infrastructure
Risk Ownership: Coordinating with Functional Heads, Business Unit Heads, and Risk Owners to ensure that risks are identified, assessed, and managed effectively
ERM Process and Framework: Implementing and continuously improving the ERM process and framework to align with the company's strategic and operational objectives
Communication and Training: Enhancing ERM acceptance through mandatory e-training, workshops for leaders, and frequent organizational communications
Tool Adoption and Integration: Increasing ERM tool adoption by making enhancements to the tool and integrating ERM into the organization's culture
Support in other GRC activities as assigned

Key Skills Required:
Risk Management Expertise: In-depth knowledge of risk management principles, frameworks, and methodologies
Leadership and Collaboration: Strong leadership skills to guide the ERM team and collaborate effectively with various stakeholders, including the Board of Directors, Risk Management Committee, and Audit Committee
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyze complex risk scenarios, identify potential risks, and develop effective mitigation strategies
Communication and Training: Excellent communication skills to enhance ERM acceptance through training, workshops, and organizational communications
Tool Proficiency: Proficiency in using ERM tools and systems, with the ability to drive tool adoption and enhancements
Strategic Thinking: Ability to align the ERM process with the company's strategic and operational objectives

Qualifications:
Educational Background: A Chartered Accountant / Masters's degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, or a related field. A master’s degree is mandatory
Experience: Extensive experience (typically 10-12 years) in managing complex risk management frameworks
Professional Certifications: Relevant certifications in risk management, such as Certified Risk Management Professional (CRMP), Certified Risk Manager (CRM), or similar, are highly desirable
Specialization: Experience in the Enterprise Risk Management / Operational Risk Management / Internal Audit / GRC function is preferred