Assurance Specialist at Anglo American

Job Description

Based within the ABAS function, you will own and deliver assurance assignments that cover governance, design adequacy and operating effectiveness of the internal control environments for De Beers Group Upstream managed operations (De Beers Consolidated Mines- DBCM, Venetia Mine- VM, De Beers Marine SA – DBM, De Beers Canada - DBCI) and Midstream (De Beers Global Sightholder Sales – DBGSS & DBSSSA). This role is based in Johannesburg, but you should expect some international travel (approx. 40%) to conduct and perform the audits.

You will be responsible for:

• Delivering Business Unit audits as well as Group Wide audits in a way that acts as a catalyst for change and improvement, ensuring all assignments are conducted in accordance with ABAS standards, methodology and are in line with the annual plan.

• Conducting analysis of audit findings within Business Unit’s and/or across the Group to identify themes and issues for management to address; communicating findings to HR&As and other stakeholders regarding ramifications of control weaknesses.

• Leading and motivating, direct project team members so that they produce consistent, high quality performance.

• This role is in the ABAS Department at a Band 6 level reporting to the Assurance Manager.

Qualifications

You will need:

• A relevant degree and preferably a professional qualification e.g. CIA, CA, CIMA,  or CISA.

• IIA standards and general acceptable auditing techniques.

• Substantial post qualification experience within internal audit or risk management

• Previous luxury brands industry experience preferred.

• Experience in engaging and developing relationships with senior stakeholders

• Experience of working with cross-functional and where appropriate geographical teams

Additional Information

What we offer

When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time.

Who we are

We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet. That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies. As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources – diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore and nickel – our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers and the world at large.

How we are committed to your safety

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.

Inclusion and Diversity

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.