This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Audit Technology and Data Analytics Expert, Director Analyst based in Netherlands.
As an Audit Technology and Data Analytics Expert at Director level, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of audit analytics by delivering high-impact research, insights, and strategic guidance to global enterprise leaders. This role combines thought leadership, advanced analytics expertise, and client advisory responsibilities to influence how organizations design and implement data-driven audit functions. You will work closely with senior stakeholders across industries to translate complex data and emerging technology trends into actionable strategies that improve audit effectiveness, risk management, and decision-making. Operating in a highly collaborative and research-driven environment, you will produce influential content, engage with clients through presentations and advisory sessions, and help shape global best practices in audit data analytics. This position offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of innovation in risk, governance, and AI-driven analytics while contributing to a globally recognized research community.
Accountabilities
- Develop and deliver high-impact research, insights, and thought leadership focused on audit technology and data analytics for global enterprise, public sector, and non-profit organizations.
- Analyze market trends, emerging technologies, and industry shifts to produce actionable guidance for audit and risk leaders.
- Create innovative frameworks and methodologies that help organizations design and mature their audit data analytics strategies.
- Provide in-depth analysis of client challenges, identifying root causes and translating complex issues into strategic, actionable recommendations.
- Deliver presentations, workshops, briefings, and conference sessions to senior executives and industry audiences.
- Engage directly with clients and stakeholders through advisory interactions, supporting them in improving audit effectiveness and data-driven decision-making.
- Support sales and client-facing teams by contributing subject matter expertise, market insights, and content development.
- Review and validate analytical outputs and research content to ensure high quality, consistency, and methodological rigor.
- Collaborate with internal analyst teams to shape research agendas, share insights, and contribute to innovation and ideation initiatives.
- Mentor and guide junior analysts, supporting capability development and knowledge sharing across the team.
- Identify opportunities to improve research processes, analytical methodologies, and content delivery models.
- Represent organizational expertise in audit analytics, risk, governance, and emerging technologies across external forums and professional communities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with 10+ years of relevant professional experience in audit, data analytics, risk, or related fields.
- At least 3 years of hands-on experience in data analytics within internal audit functions and 7+ years in internal audit or broader audit and analytics roles.
- Demonstrated thought leadership in audit analytics strategy, including development of data-driven audit frameworks and advanced analytics capabilities.
- Strong expertise in audit data analytics, risk management, governance, and related enterprise risk domains.
- Understanding of cybersecurity, cloud security, data protection, resilience, third-party risk, and change management concepts is highly desirable.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data, identify patterns, and develop structured, evidence-based insights.
- Excellent research, writing, and content development skills for executive-level audiences.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly to senior stakeholders.
- Proven ability to influence decision-making and engage effectively with global, cross-functional, and multicultural teams.
- Strong business and financial acumen with an understanding of enterprise risk environments.
- Ability to work independently while managing competing priorities and delivering high-quality outputs under tight deadlines.
- Experience presenting at conferences, industry events, or executive-level forums is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with global audit, risk, and data analytics landscapes and emerging market trends.
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% when required.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package with performance-based rewards.
- Hybrid working model offering flexibility between remote and office-based work.
- Access to world-class research resources, tools, and global expertise networks.
- Opportunities to engage with senior executives and industry leaders worldwide.
- Strong emphasis on professional development, learning, and career progression.
- Inclusive, collaborative, and globally diverse working environment.
- Exposure to cutting-edge topics in AI, data analytics, risk, and audit innovation.
- Participation in high-impact research and global thought leadership initiatives.
- Comprehensive employee benefits package including health and wellness support.
- Strong organizational culture focused on collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
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