Audit Director - Insurance Operations & Investments

Audit Director - Insurance Operations & Investments

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Internal Audit Director - Operations & Investments (Life Insurance) - New York

A leading Life Insurance organization in New York is seeking an accomplished Internal Audit Director to oversee audit coverage across Operations and Investment functions
. This role will drive risk management maturity, strengthen internal controls, and ensure regulatory compliance while partnering closely with senior leadership.

• Lead enterprise risk assessments and develop the annual audit plan for Operations and Investments
• Oversee audit engagements from planning through reporting, ensuring high-quality execution
• Evaluate operational controls across policy administration, underwriting, claims, reinsurance, and vendor management
• Provide audit oversight across investment governance, portfolio management, private assets, derivatives, and investment compliance
• Prepare audit reports and communicate insights to executive leadership and the Audit Committee
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Risk, Finance, Investments, Compliance, Actuarial) to enhance control environments
• Ensure adherence to regulatory and industry frameworks (NAIC, NYDFS, SOX/Model Audit Rule)
• Coach, develop, and mentor audit staff while fostering a strong control culture

• 10+ years of internal audit, risk management, or assurance experience, preferably within Life Insurance or Financial Services
• Background in operations audit and/or investment audit required
• Strong knowledge of control frameworks, investment processes, and insurance operations
• Professional certifications strongly preferred: CIA, CPA, CISA, CFA, or FRM
• Proven leadership experience with demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders
• Excellent communication, audit reporting, and presentation skills
• Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to execution

Director

Full-time

Accounting/Auditing

Insurance Agencies and Brokerages, Insurance Carriers, and Insurance