Senior Manager, Internal Audit

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity?

At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.

Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Manager, Internal Audit to join our growing global audit team. This is a pivotal new role—the first Internal Audit position based outside of the U.S., located in Singapore, and designed to expand our global audit footprint. Reporting to the Senior Director, Internal Audit (U.S.), this role will lead and execute audits and advisory engagements across our international operations, with a focus on operational and financial processes. You will play a key role in evaluating risk, strengthening internal controls, and driving process improvements across diverse business functions and geographies. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned audit professional who thrives in a fast-paced, cross-cultural environment and is eager to shape the future of a globally integrated audit function.

Key Responsibilities
- Lead and execute internal audits and advisory engagements across global business units, with a focus on Asia-Pacific and other international regions.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to regional and global stakeholders, delivering insights that drive informed decision-making and operational excellence.
- Oversee audit planning, risk assessments, fieldwork execution, and reporting to ensure compliance with professional standards and internal methodologies.
- Deliver high-quality audit reports and recommendations to senior management, tailored to the unique needs of international operations.
- Act as a regional ambassador for Internal Audit, building strong relationships with cross-functional partners and promoting a culture of risk awareness and accountability.
- Coach and develop team members (both direct and project-based), ensuring quality and consistency in audit execution.
- Support global compliance initiatives, investigations, and business transformation projects with an independent and objective risk/control perspective.
- Contribute to the global risk assessment and annual audit planning process, bringing a regional lens to enterprise-wide risk identification.
- Champion continuous improvement by leading initiatives that enhance audit tools, methodologies, and team effectiveness.

Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting; advanced degree a plus. with additional certification in ACCA, CA, CPA, or CIA certification preferred.
- Minimum 12 years of professional audit experience, including at least 3 years leading operational audits in a large, multinational organization.
- Proven ability to operate independently in a global matrix environment, with strong cultural awareness and adaptability.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the confidence to influence senior leaders.
- Strong business acumen and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
- Experience using data analytics in audit engagements; familiarity with SAP, TeamMate+, Tableau, and process flowcharting tools preferred.
- Industry experience in biotechnology or pharmaceuticals is a strong advantage.
- High ethical standards and a commitment to integrity and transparency.