Audit Engagement Manager - Fund & Investment Audit

Assist in developing and communicating the objectives of an engagement to audit team, department management and business clients. Outline engagement scope, determine level of associated risk and analyze data to determine underlying root causes. Challenge established processes and controls to ensure they are adequate to mitigate risk. Perform work and analysis on complex technology areas.

Communicate the status and results of assigned work to various levels of management. Influence management to act on recommendations to strengthen the control environment and make process improvements. Provide opinion on audit and consulting findings, ratings, and recommendations to management.

Communicate expectations to team and provide meaningful feedback to help develop team members by identifying and communicating areas for improvement in a timely manner.

Establish and maintain relationships with technology management across aligned division and risk partners.

Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum of five years related work experience preferably in the financial services industry, including asset management or banking.

Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. Advanced degree is a plus.

Strong technical expertise in asset management, capital markets, and regulatory compliance is important; CIA, CPA, CFA, or FRM are preferred but not required

Experience delivering internal audits, evaluating control effectiveness, and recommending improvements that support business objectives.

Skilled in managing the day‑to‑day execution of audit engagements, fostering productive stakeholder relationships, and coaching junior staff.

Data analytics literacy, with the ability to apply analytical techniques to extract actionable insights and drive informed decision-making.

Effective communicator with strong problem-solving, documentation, and leadership skills.

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.