Audit Director

Audit Director - Operations/Third Party Join to apply for the Audit Director - Operations/Third Party role at NAB Our people are customer obsessed. They prioritize the needs and satisfaction of the customer above all else. Our mindset fosters innovation and creates strong, lasting customer relationships as we strive to be the most customer‑centric company in Australia and New Zealand. In the role of Audit Director, you will join the Internal Audit team that’s doubling down on winning together. Responsibilities Coordinate the strategic planning, execution and delivery of assurance in the Operations & Third‑Party portfolio. Build and maintain strong relationships with Operations & Third‑Party Senior Leaders and Executives. Showcase strong Third‑Party skills in financial services (APRA regulated). Oversee multiple audits simultaneously and be the first point of escalation for Audit Senior Managers. Deliver strategic initiatives to ensure Audit is delivering assurance that is best in market, integrating AI, automation, data analytics, and continuous monitoring to deliver scalable, risk‑focused audits. Coordinate team portfolio training to ensure the auditors have a consistent level of capability relating to third‑party risk, as well as meeting baseline auditing requirements. Oversee and provide second‑level approval of work papers. Responsibility for resource allocation on audit assignments and sequencing of each assignment within the Audit plan. Build strong stakeholder relationships to facilitate smooth delivery of audit findings. Engage across the Audit function to support delivery of assignments where third‑party and operations related risks are included for assurance identified. Qualifications Comprehensive understanding of CPS 230 Material Service Provider requirements (experience auditing this area with CPS 231 experience favorably considered). Substantial years of experience in Audit functions/professional services firms, with Audit/Assurance experience and Portfolio Management delivery experience (e.g., current senior manager or similar level assurance role). Prior experience in Third‑Party Risk management. Experienced assurance professional or Risk leader with tertiary or post‑tertiary qualifications. People Leadership – proven track record leading direct reports and able to lead people leaders who report to them. Strong development and coaching mindset. Excellent Project Management skills – can effectively operate across multiple assignments and deliverables autonomously. Strong stakeholder engagement – must be able to face into Executive level at EGM level with confidence. We respectfully ask candidates to hold any questions for the phone interview, where we’ll discuss the role in detail and answer any queries. This helps to ensure a focused, efficient and fair application process. The talent acquisition team looks forward to addressing all inquiries at that time if your application progresses. A diverse and inclusive workplace works better for everyone. We know that our people make us who we are. That’s why we have built a culture of equity and respect – where everyone feels valued and appreciated for being their authentic selves. In partnership with our multiple Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) we continue to foster an inclusive environment, where all NAB colleagues’ unique backgrounds and identities are understood, respected and celebrated. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process or the role, please let the Talent Acquisition Consultant know. Join NAB. If you think this role is the right fit for you, we would love to hear from you. Please note candidate screening and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date of the job advert. Unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted. #J-18808-Ljbffr