Description
Primary Details Time Type: Full time
Worker Type: Employee
Role Highlights - Location: Sydney , Melbourne or Brisbane
- Type: 12 month fixed term contract
- Support and deliver end-to-end internal audits within a complex, regulated environment
- Hybrid role, Happy to talk flexible working
The opportunity As a Senior Internal Auditor, you wil l support internal audits from planning through to reporting, ensuring key milestones and deliverables are met. You will perform risk assessments and controls testing, contribute to audit programs, and partner closely with stakeholders to deliver high quality, value a dding audit outcomes.
This role offers the opportunity to join a large, high-calibre internal audit team, working alongside experienced professionals. The position plays a key role in supporting the Home market portfolio, covering both Group and A uspac , and provides broad exposure to complex and impactful audit activity.
This role is ideal for an experienced auditor who enjoys working autonomously, influencing stakeholders, and contributing to a strong risk and control environment.
About QBE"" - At QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers . And we do it all with a human touch." "
- We're an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries - which means we're big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. It's an exciting time. We're building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner .
- What if you could have a positive impact - at work and in the world? As part of the QBE team, you'll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind.
Your new role - Supporting an d executing audit engagements end-to-end, including planning, stakeholder engagemen t and delivery of key milestones
- Ensure audits are completed in line with the Group Audit Manual, quality standards and agreed timeframes
- Perform risk assessments, controls testing and documentation using approved audit tools and methodologies
- Clearly communicate audit findings, partnering with management on remediation actions and tracking issue closure
- Draft high-quality audit issues and observations in line with G roup Internal Audit reporting standards
- Support team effectiveness through coaching, continuous improvement initiatives and adoption of best practices
- Deliver complex audits requiring strong judgement and technical expertise
- Contribute to the delivery of the Group Internal Audit strategy
About you - Proven internal audit experience within financial services, insurance, or other regulated environments
- Strong knowledge of internal audit methodologies, standards, and regulatory requirements
- Experience supporting internal audits across financial and operational controls
- Sound understanding of risk management, controls, business processes, and project management practices
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and challenge constructively
- Professional qualifications (CA, CPA and/or IIA) are desirable
Benefits"" We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:
- 'Hybrid Working' - a mix of working from home and in the office to enhance your work/life balance
- Free holistic wellbeing coaching, nutritional, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
- Life Leave, supporting the life events we all experience, leaving your annual leave for rest
To learn more about benefits of working with us, click here .
Awards & Recognition We value our employee's experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:
- 2025 Winner of Excellence in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award at the Insurance Business Australia Awards for our Respect@QBE program
- 2023 Most Inclusive Workplace at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards
- Ranked in the top ten in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2025 for medium sized program as voted by graduates
To learn more about our achievements, click here.
How to Apply If you're looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today. Successful applicants will need to complete work rights, police and credit checks through our online provider as a condition of employment.
Your career. At the heart of it. "
QBE recognises the value of diverse perspectives and experience. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. If we can provide support with access requirements, alternative work arrangements or you would like to connect with one of our networks please contact us at recruitment@qbe.com .
Skills: Accounting, Analytical Thinking, Audit Management, Communication, Corporate Governance, Critical Thinking, Detail-Oriented, Financial Products, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Operations Management, Process Improvements, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Working Independently
Application Close Date: 05/03/2026 11:59 PM
How to Apply:
To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
