Chief Auditor – Asia South Cluster Head and Chief Audit Executive, Singapore

Position Summary:

The Chief Auditor for Asia South Cluster and Chief Audit Executive for Singapore is a senior leadership role responsible for oversight of independent assurance over the effectiveness of the internal control environment across Citi Asia South cluster,. The role reports into Citi IA International and is independent from management.

This role oversees IA teamsacross multiple jurisdictionsincluding Singapore to ensure alignment with global Internal Audit standards and regulatory expectations. The incumbent is akey liaison and appointed Senior Manager for Citi Singapore Internal Audit function with the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). The incumbentalso oversees IA activities including regulatory engagement with key regulatory authorities through dedicated in-Country Head of Audits covering the other countries in the Asia South Cluster.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

• Manage and oversee Citi Internal Audit activities for the Asia South Cluster that includes Singapore, India and South Asia (Bangladesh and Sri Lanka) Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailandand Vietnam.

• Lead and collaborate with teams across Citi Internal Audit to define and execute the audit strategy in alignment with Singapore and Clusterneeds as well asglobal Internal Audit priorities.

• Provide strategic counsel to senior business and risk leaders on control, governance, and emerging risks.

• Build and sustain an open, constructive and co-operative relationships with global and local regulators as well as industry associations, peer groups and professional practices bodies, including Citi IA representation on key regulatory developments and formulation of industry best practices in Singapore.

Audit Oversight

• Oversee and ensure adequate IA coverage over top and emerging audit needs across Citi activities spanning across key Citi businesses, legal entities, infrastructure andcontrol functions to Singapore and the Cluster.

• Execute and deliverhigh-quality, risk-based auditsas required and in line withIA audit plan.

• Drive continuous enhancement of audit execution, including the use of data analytics, automation, and agile methodologies.

Regulatory Engagement and duties

• Act as the primary Internal Audit contact for key regulators in Singapore (e.g., MAS) and oversee regulatory engagement activities through dedicated Country or Legal Entity Heads of Audit for other jurisdictions within the Cluster.

• Carry out duties as the appointed Senior Manager for Citi Singapore Internal Audit function,and fulfill IA obligations in line with MAS Guidelines on Individual Accountability and Conduct.

• Ensure timely and accurateprovisions of IA regulatory submissions and oversee IAactivities and responses to Asia South and Singapore regulatoryexams.

Governance and Risk Management

• Provide oversight or directly presents the provision of insightful and independent reporting includingcredible challenges, key audit findings, trends, and risk themes to audit committees and senior management committees for Singapore and the cluster.

• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to ensure the adequacy and effectiveness of Citi internal controls,including robust issue remediation and continuous risk monitoring for Singapore and the cluster.

• Maintain a strong understanding of regulatory developments and emerging risks for Singapore and in the cluster.

People Leadership

• Provide overall IA executive presence and support to the IA function based in Singapore and the Cluster

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing, geographically dispersed audit team.

• Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across the audit functionin the Cluster and bean advocate of “Singapore Core”talent as Citi IA Senior leader for Singapore.

Qualifications:

• 20+ years of experience in internal audit or related risk and control functions within financial services.

• Strong knowledge of Asia South financial markets and regulatory environments, especially Singapore.

• Demonstrated credibility in leading and managing large teams, interacting with senior management, Boards and Audit Committees as well as regulators

• Proven track record of leading complex audit programs, senior stakeholderand regulator engagement.

• Exceptional leadership, executive communications, and strategic thinking skills.

• Professional certifications such as CPA, CA, CIA, or equivalent preferred.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.