Manager, Internal Audit Transformation & Operations

About the role

Thomson Reuters' Internal Audit function is transforming into a digitally powered, AI-enabled, automation-first organization covering audit engagements, forensic investigations and SOX/ICFR testing. This Manager, Internal Audit Transformation & Operations is the execution lead of the transformation program, embedding automation, analytics and AI into audit, forensics and controls workflows. The role reports to the Senior Director, Internal Audit Transformation & Technology, and is based in Zug, Switzerland or New York, USA.

Key responsibilities

• Own the sprint rhythm, ceremonies (planning, standups, retros, demos) and backlog grooming across the transformation work streams
• Manage the operational mechanisms of the IA function, including work allocation, resourcing and capacity planning
• Maintain and prioritize the transformation backlog, protecting scope and preventing scope creep
• Sequence pilots, allocate resources and escalate blockers early
• Track team velocity, capacity and burndown, and surface risks to leadership
• Maintain the transformation dashboard and milestone tracker, with weekly and monthly stakeholder updates
• Coach the IA team and delivery partners on agile practices and continuous improvement
• Translate the strategic vision into quarterly and sprint roadmaps, and run sprint retrospectives
• Onboard new team members, ensure knowledge transfer and track metrics such as burndown, velocity, pilot adoption and engagement

Required profile

• 7+ years of experience in risk consulting, internal audit, governance, risk or compliance
• Proven success in complex transformation or modernization programs
• Background as a Scrum Master, Agile Coach or similar delivery leadership role; SAFe or other scaled-agile frameworks preferred
• Experience with distributed teams across time zones and geographies
• Ability to influence without authority, with strong facilitation and stakeholder communication
• Preferred: university degree at Master's level (MSc or equivalent)

Required skills

• Agile/Scrum and SAFe or other scaled-agile frameworks
• Data literacy: dashboards, burndown charts and metrics
• Familiarity with GRC technologies and enterprise data infrastructure is valuable
• Familiarity with audit, forensics, SOX/ICFR testing, controls or risk management is valuable

What we offer

• Flexible hybrid working model for office-based roles
• Flex My Way workplace policies supporting personal and professional responsibilities