Chief Internal Auditor

Do you want your voice heard and your actions to count?

Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world’s leading financial groups. Across the globe, we’re 150,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world.

With a vision to be the world’s most trusted financial group, it’s part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career.

Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded.

Join one of Malaysia’s most respected financial institutions as Chief Internal Auditor, a pivotal leadership role responsible for safeguarding organizational integrity and driving excellence in governance, risk management, and internal controls. Reporting directly to the Board Audit Committee and senior management, you will lead the Internal Audit Department, set strategic direction, and ensure compliance with both local regulations and global standards.

In this role, you will design and execute risk-based audit plans, oversee end-to-end audit processes, and present comprehensive reports to the Board Audit Committee. You will manage and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth. Collaboration is key—you will work closely with stakeholders across front-line and support functions, as well as regional counterparts, to share best practices and maintain consistent standards across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and lead the regional audit strategy to ensure alignment with global and local objectives.
• Present comprehensive reports on audit activities to the Board Audit Committee, providing insights into governance, risk management, and control effectiveness.
• Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate effective audits and foster collaboration in risk mitigation.
• Partner with head office and regional colleagues to share audit outcomes and drive consistent implementation of best practices.
• Oversee resource planning to ensure adequate manpower, infrastructure, and tools for effective execution of the annual audit plan.
• Drive staff performance by implementing a structured review framework that aligns individual goals with organizational priorities, ensuring accountability and rewarding high-impact contributions.
• Prepare and review risk-based audit plans annually to reflect evolving risk profiles.
• Execute approved audit assignments from inception to completion, ensuring timely communication of findings for management action.
• Implement quality assurance measures for continuous improvement in audit processes while maintaining up-to-date departmental policies and manuals.

What We’re Looking For:

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience leading internal audit functions within banks—preferably in corporate banking—or similarly regulated environments. Strong technical knowledge of governance frameworks such as IPPF, Bank Negara Malaysia guidelines, and corporate governance codes is essential, along with proven ability to manage complex risk assessments and implement quality assurance initiatives. Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills are required, and professional qualifications such as CIA or CA are highly desirable.

Additional requirements include:

• Proven ability to develop audit strategies aligned with global directives and local regulations.
• Demonstrated track record in managing complex risk assessments across market, credit, operational, and compliance areas.
• Excellent communication skills for presenting findings to board committees and preparing regulatory reports.
• A collaborative mindset with a passion for sharing knowledge regionally and implementing best practices.

Why Join Us:

This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact at both local and regional levels within a forward-thinking organization that values integrity, transparency, and innovation. Enjoy flexible working arrangements, access to cutting-edge resources, and a supportive environment committed to your professional development.

Ready to take your career to new heights? Apply today and be part of an institution where your expertise truly matters.

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) is an equal opportunity employer. We view our employees as our key assets as they are fundamental to our long-term growth and success. MUFG is committed to hiring based on merit and organsational fit, regardless of race, religion or gender.