Lead Auditor / Internal Audit Manager

In good company.

Hamilton (NYSE: HG) underwrites specialty insurance and reinsurance risks on a global basis through its wholly owned subsidiaries. Its three underwriting platforms: Hamilton Global Specialty, Hamilton Select and Hamilton Re, each with dedicated and experienced leadership, provide access to diversified and profitable business around the world.

Headquartered in Bermuda, Hamilton has over 600 employees with key underwriting operations in London, Bermuda, the US and Dublin. We work collaboratively, we share a passion for the service and results we deliver, and we know that what we do each day is meaningful - to our customers and our business. We believe we are 'In good company.' with everyone we interact with.

We're looking for a

Lead Auditor / Internal Audit Manager

Based in Richmond, VA reporting to the Chief Audit Officer and working as part of a global team. You will be a 'hands on' Auditor responsible for working across Hamilton to support a disciplined approach for planning and conducting assigned testing of Internal Controls. This will include Financial Reporting, assessing the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes, as well as providing an independent and objective opinion to the Group's audit committees, inclusive of US based entities.

Hamilton Insurance Group, Ltd. is a Bermuda-headquartered company that underwrites specialty insurance and reinsurance risks on a global basis through its wholly owned subsidiaries.

What you will do

• Plan and perform tests of design and operating effectiveness of Hamilton Group's controls in compliance with Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act ("SOX"), inclusive of in anticipation of compliance with the Model Audit Rule. Provide value-added process improvement recommendations to business units/functions, and provide support in the coordination and documentation thereof, as required
• Plan and perform audits across Hamilton Group, including drafting scopes, documenting and testing processes and controls, presenting findings, preparing reports, and following up for resolution of agreed actions
• Work with the business, risk and compliance teams to ensure an integrated approach for Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) is in place to reduce duplication of effort for efficient design and operation of processes, systems and controls, supported by the right culture
• Effectively manage and interact with external auditors and third-party internal audit service providers, as applicable
• Assist with preparing reporting to the Group's audit committees
• Assist with the risk assessment for and the development of the annual audit plan
• Contribute to internal audit being an objective source of independent advice to ensure validity, legality and goal achievement
• Perform ad-hoc internal audit projects and provide support to the global audit team, as required

Conduct Standards

• You must act with integrity
• You must act with due skill, care and diligence
• You must be open and cooperative with the FCA, the PRA and/or other relevant regulators
• You must pay due regard to the interests of customers and treat them fairly
• You must observe proper standards of market conduct
• You must act to deliver good outcomes for retail customers

What you require for the role

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), and/or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent
• A minimum of 3 years insurance related SOX and internal audit experience
• Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) control documentation and testing experience including demonstrable understanding of technology, operational and financial processes, risks and controls. With in-depth knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
• Strong understanding of internal auditing standards and techniques, including Computer Assisted Audit Techniques (CAATs)
• Good understanding of IT Risk Governance and ideally experience of leading IT and/or Change Management audits
• High Proficiency in data using data analytic tools
• In-depth knowledge of relevant regulatory and compliance requirements, such as NAIC statutory reporting requirements, inclusive of the Model Audit Rule
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, critical thinking, decision-making, organizational, prioritization and time management skills, with attention to detail, and ability to work independently with minimum supervision
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to listen, persuasively and clearly articulate arguments and ideas, and remain objective while questioning and challenging
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced open-plan hybrid office environment
• High proficiency with MS Office programs (Word, Excel, Visio and PowerPoint)

What you can expect from us

We offer a vibrant, entrepreneurial, and collaborative culture guided by our values: Be Smart, Be Sensible, Be Open and Be More.

We know if we welcome and respect differences, we'll attract and retain talent that brings a valuable diversity of perspectives and experience. We want all our colleagues to feel that they can bring their whole selves to work at Hamilton and know that they can be part of building a great company.

Hamilton offers a competitive salary with an annual performance-based target bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, to include:

• Hybrid working
• Matching 401K plan
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability
• Generous time off (including parental leave)
• Continued support for professional development
• Gym subsidy
• My day (additional days leave for personal interests/wellness/charity work)