About Brigade The Brigade Group is one of India’s leading property developers with over three decades of expertise in building positive experiences for all stakeholders. Instituted in 1986, the company has developed many landmark buildings and transformed the skyline of cities across South India, namely – Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mangaluru, Chikmagalur, Hyderabad, , Kochi, and also has a presence in GIFT City, Gandhinagar in Gujarat, with developments across the Residential, Commercial, Retail, Hospitality and Education sectors. Since its inception, Brigade has completed 280+ buildings amounting to over 90 million sq. ft of developed space across a diverse real estate portfolio. Brigade assures best-in-class design and top-of-the-line facilities that exude elegance and sophistication. The Residential developments include villas, villaments, penthouses, premium residences, luxury apartments, value homes, urban studios, independent living for seniors, plotted developments and mixed-use lifestyle enclaves and townships. Over the years, the projects have been one-of-a-kind in the sector, for example Brigade developed Brigade Gateway, Bengaluru’s first lifestyle enclave and Brigade Exotica, one of the tallest residential buildings in Bengaluru. The ‘Great Place to Work Institute’ has consistently recognised the Brigade Group as one of India’s best companies to work for in the real estate industry. This responsible attitude and innovative mind-set combined with uncompromising quality of the projects over the years has created a brand of outstanding repute. Brigade has announced an ambitious target of achieving Net Zero emissions by 2045. This commitment reflects Brigade's dedication to sustainability and its responsibility to future generations. Job Title: AVP- Internal Audit Location: Bangalore Report to: Head- Head- Internal Audit Jobs reporting into: Team Leads Position Overview Assistant Vice President – Internal Audit, would assist the Head – Internal Audit to lead and oversee the Internal Audit function for the group. The role involves management of internal audit engagements and providing strategic recommendations to senior management across the Real Estate and Hospitality segments. The position is primarily responsible for ensuring that - Internal Audit is closely aligned with industry best practices for performance excellence in executing the work and delivering results across the Organization's business and financial operations. - Formulating Internal Audit department strategy to assist in development and implementation of audit planning in line with vision and mission of assurance. - Ensuring coordination of roles, responsibilities and outcomes to optimize the efficacy of risk management, internal controls and governance frameworks. Internal Audit - Formulate a comprehensive Internal Audit plan that systematically integrates management’s governance, risk management and internal control concerns, thereby ensuring that all functions are adequately covered in the audit process. - Spearhead implementation and execution of approved audit plan, ensuring that all activities conducted within the stipulated timelines. - Oversee and evaluate the end-to-end audit lifecycle, encompassing risk assessment, operational control effectiveness, compliance with applicable laws and governance monitoring to ensure comprehensive organizational oversight. - Provide strategic guidance to the IA team in scheduling and conducting audits, ensuring that audits are executed with the highest standards of quality, thereby delivering exceptional value to stakeholders and management. - Lead and develop a high performing team by fostering positive work environment, aligning individual and team goals with organizational objectives. This role requires a balance of strategic oversight and hands-on leadership to drive employee engagement, performance, and growth. - Prepare and disseminate timely and accurate Internal Audit reports, facilitating discussions with senior stakeholders. Ensure reports are clear, concise and primarily focuses on identifying root causes, offering actionable solutions and delivering valuable insights to management. - Oversee and manage the engagement of outsourced audit firms. Risk Assessment - Identification and Evaluation: Systematically identify and assess potential risk areas across the organization, encompassing both internal and external factors. - Mitigation Strategies: Develop and implement effective risk mitigation measures, ensuring timely follow-up on their execution and monitoring for effectiveness. - Stakeholder Communication: Proactively educate and update stakeholders, including leadership, on emerging risks and exposures, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. - Thought Leadership: Serve as a subject matter expert in risk management, providing insights and guidance on best practices for internal controls and risk mitigation. - Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of continuous improvement by regularly reviewing and enhancing risk management processes to adapt to evolving challenges. Relationship Management - Cultivate and maintain relationships with both internal (Management, leadership team, functional heads, etc.) and external stakeholders (Audit Committee members, External Auditors, etc) to facilitate seamless collaboration and ensure efficient execution of audit plan. People Management - Provide mentorship and guidance to team members, facilitating their career development and aligning aspirations with organizational objectives. - Proactively identify and cultivate internal talent for critical roles through structured development programs, mentorship, and cross-functional exposure. Develop and maintain succession plans to ensure leadership continuity and mitigate risks associated with key position vacancies. - Implement structured systems to monitor and evaluate employee performance, providing timely feedback and setting clear, measurable goals aligned with organizational objectives. Foster continuous development through regular coaching, recognition, and development opportunities to enhance individual and team effectiveness. Desired Competencies: Core: • High integrity & objectivity • Result oriented • Analytical problem solving • Collaboration and teamwork • Effective communication • Customer Centric approach • Commitment to excellence • Positive attitude and professionalism • Knowledge of relevant regulations and applicable laws • Tech Savvy Leadership: • Effective delegation with empowerment • Strategic thinking • Business judgement and decision making • Negotiation skills Qualifications & Experience: • Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or MBA (Finance). • 20+ years of relevant experience in internal audit, with exposure to external audit coordination and regulatory compliance. • Prior experience working with or in a Big 4 or large audit firm is preferred. • In-depth understanding of real estate, leasing, retail, and hospitality operations. • Familiarity with ESG, ERM, and BCP frameworks is an advantage. 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