Senior Manager Internal Audit M/W

Title:

Senior Manager Internal Audit M/W

Company:

Ipsen Pharma (SAS)

 

About Ipsen:

Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation.

 Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company’s success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society!

For more information, visit us at https://www.ipsen.com/ and follow our latest news on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Job Description:

The Global Internal Audit Senior Manager is responsible for supporting the annual audit risk assessment and planning exercise and for leading global, transversal, and complex audit engagements. This role focuses on risk assessment, internal control evaluations, and regulatory compliance to safeguard company assets and enhance operational efficiency across Ipsen’s global operations.

Key Responsibilities

Assurance Engagements

• Plan, lead, and conduct transversal and complex internal audit engagements, assessing the efficiency of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
• Develop risk-based audit plans and scopes, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and present audit findings, recommendations, and action plans to senior management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, department heads, regional and corporate management to identify and assess risks and controls.
• Work with process owners and external auditors to identify control gaps, recommend improvements, and ensure timely remediation.
• Actively support and drive the development and expansion of Global Internal Audit’s data analytics strategy.
• Supervise and enhance the function’s internal processes in accordance with IIA standards.
• Mentor, coach, and develop team members to enhance their professional growth and technical capabilities.

Corrective Actions & Preventive Actions (CAPA)

• Lead the collection, follow-up, and reporting of audit action plans for Executive Management and the Audit Committee.
• Organize, coordinate, and supervise the CAPA reporting process, ensuring timely communication to Senior Management and the closure of delayed action plans.

Ad Hoc Activities

• Support the Head of Internal Audit in preparing and reporting the Annual Audit Plan.
• Participate in special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned by leadership.

Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field required.
• MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
• Professional certification strongly desired (CPA, CISA, CIA, or equivalent).
• 7–10 years of experience in Finance, Internal Audit, IT, or Business Operations, with demonstrated leadership experience.
• Deep understanding of internal auditing methodologies and IIA standards.
• Proven ability to assess complex processes and identify financial, operational, and compliance risks.
• Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a high level of curiosity and attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all organizational levels.
• Experience in developing and executing data analytics strategies preferred.
• Fluent in English (required).
• Fluency in additional languages is a plus.

Travel Requirements

• Ability to travel internationally as required (up to 30%).

Why Join Ipsen

At Ipsen, we believe in empowering our people to grow and innovate. You will join a passionate, collaborative, and purpose-driven global team, committed to making a real impact on patients’ lives. We offer competitive compensation, opportunities for development, and an inclusive culture that values integrity, courage, and teamwork.

Nous nous engageons à créer un lieu de travail où chacun se sent écouté, valorisé et soutenu, où nous incarnons « The Real Us*». La valeur que nous accordons aux différentes perspectives et expériences motive notre engagement en faveur de l'inclusion et de l'égalité des chances. Lorsque nous intégrons des modes de pensée diversifiés, nous prenons des décisions plus réfléchies et découvrons des solutions plus innovantes. Ensemble, nous nous efforçons de mieux comprendre les communautés que nous servons. Cela signifie que nous voulons également vous aider à donner le meilleur de vous-même lorsque vous postulez à un poste chez nous. Si vous avez besoin d'aménagements ou d'aide pendant le processus de candidature, veuillez en informer l'équipe de recrutement. Ces informations seront traitées avec soin et n'auront aucune incidence sur le résultat de votre candidature. *Soyons nous-même