Team Leader

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.

Created in 2003, it strives today to meet tomorrow's major societal challenges, by nurturing an interdisciplinary approach and international outlook, investing in scientific quality and innovation, as well as offering personalised and multilingual teaching. The institution places particular emphasis on research with impact. To achieve this goal, its research priorities focus on digital transformation, medicine and health, as well as sustainable and societal development.
Times Higher Education ranks Uni.lu 20th in the Young University Ranking 2024 and among the top 250 universities in the world.

Internal audit plays a vital role in ensuring transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement within organizations. By providing independent and objective evaluations, internal auditors help safeguard institutional integrity, enhance operational efficiency, and strengthen governance and risk management frameworks. At the University of Luxembourg, this function is central to supporting our mission of excellence in education, research, and innovation.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to head the internal audit function and uphold our commitment to best practices in risk management and governance.

**About the role...**:
As the Team Leader of Internal Audit, you will shape and lead the internal audit function at the University of Luxembourg, ensuring alignment with the university’s strategic objectives. This dynamic role involves designing and executing a risk-based audit plan overseeing audits across financial, operational, and information technology domains, and providing actionable insights to strengthen internal controls and improve operational efficiency.

Reporting directly to the Board of Governors, you will ensure transparent communication of audit findings, progress, and recommendations, fostering trust and accountability at the highest level of governance.

Strategic Planning, Execution and Communication
- Develop and implement a risk-based internal audit plan aligned with the University’s priorities and objectives
- Ensure that audit engagements are conducted in accordance with professional standards and the university's audit charter
- Communicate audit findings and recommendations effectively to key stakeholders, including the Rector and Board of Governors
- Track management’s corrective actions and provide regular progress updates to governance bodies

Team Leadership and Collaboration
- Lead, supervise, and mentor a small team of internal auditors, fostering professional growth and a collaborative working environment
- Promote a culture of efficiency and innovation within the team
- Engage with relevant external parties, such as external auditors, to ensure coordination and enhance the effectiveness of assurance activities

Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement
- Develop and maintain a robust quality assurance program to evaluate the performance and effectiveness of the internal audit function
- Stay up to date with emerging trends and best practices in internal auditing to ensure continuous improvement

Governance and Advisory Role
- Provide strategic advice to the Rectorate and Board of Governors on risk management, governance, and control matters
- Actively participate in working groups within the higher education and research sectors and the internal audit profession

**Your profile...**:
Education and Certifications
- A master's degree in management, finance, audit, or a related field.
- Professional certifications such as CIA, IRE, ACCA, CRMA, or CISA (highly preferred).

Experience
- A minimum of 10 years of auditing experience, including at least 3 years of managing internal audit teams and reporting to senior management and Boards.
- Prior experience in an academic or non-profit environment (preferred).

Skills and Knowledge
- Comprehensive knowledge of IIA audit standards and best practices in internal auditing.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proven ability to navigate complex organizational challenges.
- Awareness of emerging trends and challenges in higher education and research, would be considered as an asset
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely to non-expert stakeholders.
- Language proficiency: Excellent command of English, fluency in French; knowledge of German is considered a strong asset.

Personal Attributes
- A high level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion in handling sensitive matters.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills to work in a trusted and collaborative way with diverse stakeholders, including senior management, researchers, staff, and external auditors.
- Strong team-building and mentoring abilities, with a focus on professional development and creating a positive work culture.

**In return you will get**: