internal Audit Head

Job Description : INTERNAL AUDIT HEAD THAILAND An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Internal Audit to establish and lead the internal audit function within a pioneering digital asset organisation based in Bangkok. This pivotal role is designed for someone who thrives on building trust with stakeholders and regulators, while supporting the company’s ambitious growth and commitment to robust governance. * Play a key role in establishing a high-impact internal audit function that supports organisational growth and innovation in the digital asset sector. * Collaborate closely with senior management, Board members, and external regulators to build trust and ensure best-in-class governance standards. * Benefit from flexible working opportunities and a culture that values knowledge sharing, professional development, and supportive leadership. What you'll do: As Head of Internal Audit, you will play an instrumental role in shaping the future of risk management within this innovative digital asset organisation. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve developing strategies that safeguard the company’s interests while enabling sustainable growth. You will oversee all aspects of internal auditing—from designing annual plans to executing complex audits—ensuring every process meets rigorous standards for quality and compliance. By collaborating with cross-functional teams including Legal, Compliance, and Risk Management, you will help embed robust governance frameworks throughout the business. Your ability to communicate effectively with senior leaders and external parties will be crucial in building trust both internally and externally. Success in this position requires not only technical expertise but also a passion for nurturing talent within your team and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. * Develop and implement a comprehensive internal audit strategy that aligns with business objectives as well as local and international regulatory requirements. * Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing audit team, scaling the function to meet the needs of a rapidly growing organisation. * Conduct thorough enterprise-wide risk assessments with particular focus on digital asset risks, cybersecurity threats, smart contracts, and operational resilience. * Design and execute an annual risk-based audit plan covering all critical business areas such as product development, trading operations, custody solutions, and compliance processes. * Lead audits across multiple business units, ensuring timely delivery of detailed reports that provide actionable insights for continuous improvement. * Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations by tracking corrective actions through to completion and reporting progress to relevant stakeholders. * Ensure ongoing compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards including SEC, AMLO, PDPA, FATF guidelines. * Work collaboratively with Legal, Compliance, and Risk team to strengthen governance frameworks across the organisation. * Present clear audit findings and risk insights to senior management as well as the Board or Audit Committee to inform strategic decision-making. * Act as a primary liaison with external auditors and regulatory bodies to facilitate transparent communication and effective resolution of issues. What you bring: To excel as Head of Internal Audit in this forward-thinking environment, you will bring extensive experience from senior auditing roles within regulated industries—ideally those involving digital assets or financial technologies. Your academic background will be complemented by respected professional qualifications that underscore your technical competence. Beyond technical skills, your interpersonal abilities will enable you to work collaboratively across departments while communicating complex information in an accessible manner. You will have demonstrated success leading teams through periods of change or rapid growth while maintaining high standards for accuracy and integrity. Your familiarity with global regulatory expectations ensures you can navigate compliance challenges confidently. Above all else, your commitment to ethical conduct and continuous learning will set you apart as a trusted advisor within the organisation. * Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related discipline is required for this position. * Professional certifications such as CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), or equivalent are essential credentials. * A minimum of 8 years’ experience in auditing roles is necessary * Proven track record within fintech, digital assets, blockchain technology or financial services sectors is highly desirable for this role. * Deep understanding of digital asset risks including cybersecurity vulnerabilities, smart contract integrity issues, and operational resilience challenges is expected. * Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as SEC regulations, Anti-Money Laundering Ordinances (AMLO), Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA), Financial Action Task Force (FATF) guidelines is vital. * Exceptional communication skills are needed to present complex findings clearly to diverse audiences including senior executives and board members. * Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams such as Legal, Compliance, Risk Management or IT Security departments is important. * Experience engaging constructively with external auditors or regulatory authorities adds significant value to your candidacy. * Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Thai language would be considered an advantage.

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