Head, Internal Audit at Lasaco Assurance Plc

Lasaco Assurance Plc is one of the fastest growing Insurance Companies in Nigeria. It is a composite insurance company with various products and services. We were incorporated on 20th of December, 1979 and licensed as an insurer on 7th July, 1980. We commenced full operation on 1st August 1980. With the vast opportunities presented by increased capitalization for business expansion and growth, we became a Public Liability Company in 1991 when its Shares were admitted for the first time to the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) through listing by Introduction. We have grown considerably in size, business coverage, profits, capital base and assets with our operations spanning all classes of the Insurance and Special Risks business, high impact financial services and Real Estate managed by our subsidiary.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head, Internal Audit

Location: Ogba, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full audit cycle and comply with all applicable directives and regulations
• Determine internal audit scope and develop annual plans
• Obtain,analyze, and evaluate all document compliance
• Prepare and present reports that reflect the audit’s results and document the process
• Act as an objective source of independent advice to EXCO
• Identify loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures and cost savings
• Maintain open communication with management and the audit committee
• Conduct follow-up audits to monitor management’s interventions
• Engage in continuous knowledge development
• Coordinate team to ensure the highest quality audits – from planning to reporting
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with a wide network of stakeholders
• Develop the audit methodology to ensure a risk-based, systematic, and consistent approach.
• Develop innovative and cost-effective audit techniques
• Promote the highest standards of ethics and standards across the organization based on the principles of integrity, objectivity, competence, and confidentiality.
• Maintain the highest technical and professional standards

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related (ACA/ACCA/ICAN)
• 10+ years audit experience, 3+ in top management
• A broad background in risk and Insurance
• Experience in Nigerian Corporate Governance requirements and risk-based audit methodologies
• Self-starter, motivated, enthusiastic, and has excellent collaboration skills;
• Diverse internal audit experience in Insurance or Financial services;
• Experience of working independently on internal audit reviews as well as in a team environment
• In-depth knowledge of financial management and accounting
• Thorough understanding of tax, VAT, and pensions compliance
• Strong analytical skills.
• Investigative skills
• Ability to give balanced judgments
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation
• Change management ability
• Strong decision-making
• Time management priority setting
• Advance skills in integrated accounting systems and MS Office.
• Highly curious and able to deal with ambiguity and complexity;
• Ability to challenge the status quo
• Excellent communication and report writing skills with a keen attention to detail.

Application Closing Date
16th December, 2025.