Internal Audit Executive Director – Chief Operations Officer, Audit, Strategy, Innovation & Practices

Join a dynamic, forward-thinking team at the forefront of audit innovation. As the Chief Operations Officer for ASIP, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Internal Audit at JPMorgan Chase. This is your opportunity to drive strategic initiatives and operational excellence in a truly global environment.

As the Executive Director – Chief Operations Officer for the Audit, Strategy, Innovation & Practices team, you will partner directly with the Global Head of ASIP to lead the day-to-day operations and strategic direction of the Audit, Strategy, Innovation & Practices group. You will help drive innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across a diverse, high-performing team. Your leadership will ensure ASIP remains at the cutting edge of audit methodology, technology, and data analytics, making a meaningful impact on the firm’s control environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the right hand to the Global Head of ASIP, overseeing daily operations and ensuring seamless execution across the group.
• Manage ASIP’s budget, headcount, resource planning, and operational processes.
• Coordinate and facilitate leadership meetings, town halls, and team offsites.
• Support ASIP leadership by providing functional guidance, removing roadblocks, and ensuring teams have the resources needed to deliver on their mandates.
• Oversee communications, reporting, and organizational structure, maintaining up-to-date org charts and operational documentation.
• Partner with Internal Audit’s CFO to manage financial planning and resource allocation
• Manage the plan and timeline for the ASIP strategy, ensuring progress and resolving dependencies and roadblocks.
• Project manage cross-functional efforts, driving collaboration and continuous innovation across all ASIP pillars.
• Develop presentations and updates on strategic initiatives for senior stakeholders.
• Identify emerging trends, tools, and best practices, championing their adoption within ASIP and the broader Internal Audit function.
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and professional growth.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• 10+ years of Internal Audit or related experience, with strong strategic and operational management skills.
• Strong and demonstrated analytical and project management skills, with the ability to drive to conclusions and results.
• 5+ years of leadership experience, including team development and performance management.
• Advanced data literacy, analytical, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship management abilities, with the ability to influence and challenge at all levels.
• Proven track record of driving results in a complex, matrixed environment.
• Strong fact-based decision-making skills, commercial acumen, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Operates with a sense of urgency, remains focused on the big picture while understanding the detail.
• Delivery-focused, self-starter, enthusiastic, and effective under pressure.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Experience in audit innovation, data analytics, or technology-driven audit transformation.
• Prior experience working in a global, matrixed financial services organization.
• Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, Master’s in a relevant field).
• Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, or CISA.