Welcome to Haleon. We’re a purpose-driven, world-class consumer company putting everyday health in the hands of millions. In just three years since our launch, we’ve grown, evolved and are now entering an exciting new chapter – one filled with bold ambitions and enormous opportunity.
Our trusted portfolio of brands – including Sensodyne®, Panadol®, Advil®, Voltaren®, Theraflu®, Otrivin®, and Centrum® – lead in resilient and growing categories. What sets us apart is our unique blend of deep human understanding and trusted science.
Now it’s time to fully realise the full potential of our business and our people. We do this through our Win as One strategy. It puts our purpose – to deliver better everyday health with humanity – at the heart of everything we do. It unites us, inspires us, and challenges us to be better every day, driven by our agile, performance-focused culture.
About the role
TheAudit Directorwill beaccountableforowning the Internal Audit relationship withone ofHaleon’sRegions or Functions;andcreatingand managingthe delivery of theERAInternal Audit Plan
Key responsibilities
Supporting theVPInternal Audit in the leadership of a dynamic,independent,and effective Internal Audit department
Developing a risk basedInternal Audit plan to review critical processesand challenge the status quo.
Oversight of simultaneousaudits,supporting theperformance ofbroaderaudit reviews and projects whererequired
Responding to ad hoc requests fromManagement,building stakeholder relationshipsat all levels of the organisation, including theHaleonExecutive Team
Lead and develop a high performingAuditteam, supportingoperational/financeandsupply chainauditors
Develop and build effective, collaborativerelationships withManagement across the business tofacilitateeffective information flows, encouragecollaborationand build awareness of applying a reasonable level of controls and corporate governance
Ensuring effective close out and buy in of findings as well tracking actions to completion
Contribute toERA’s continuous improvement, enhancing processes,people,and relationships with the business
Creating and completing audit related MI for executive and ARC reporting
Qualifications and skills
8to10years ‘Big-Four’ or corporate Internal Audit experience, specialising in commercial/finance/operational reviews.
Expertknowledge of IIA standardsand their application
Subject matter expert with regards tocommon accounting principles, andsignificant experienceof how toefficientlyaudit them.
Can delegate and influencein a flat organisational structure with direct exposure to senior leaders.Experience in consumer healthcare or another regulated environment is preferable, but not essential.
Commercial Focus – Keeps abreast of financial regulations and advises stakeholders, while understanding the commercial view.
Communication and Influencing Skills –Expertstakeholder management, excellent written/verbal communication, and interpersonal skills. Able to build relationships,demonstratinginfluence and a supportive style.
Problem Solving and Analytical Skills –Ability to quickly understand and critically analyse complex processes,identify, and assess potential risks and controls,determininghow analytics can be used.
Educated to degree level or above (bachelors or masters) in an Accounting, Finance orBusiness relatedsubject. PREFERRED.
Internal Audit or finance related certification (e.g., CIA, CIMA, ACA, ACCA, AIA, CIPFA, AAT) REQUIRED.
Job Posting End Date
2026-06-20
Haleon are committed to mobilising our purpose in a way that represents the diverse consumers and communities who rely on our brands every day. It guides us in creating an inclusive culture, where different backgrounds and views are valued and respected – all in support of understanding and best serving the needs of our consumers and unleashing the full potential of our people. It’s important to us that Haleon is a place where all our employees feel they truly belong.
During the application process, we may ask you to share some personal information, which is entirely voluntary. This information ensures we meet certain regulatory and reporting obligations and supports the development, refinement, and execution of our inclusion and belonging programmes that are open to all Haleon employees.
The personal information you provide will be kept confidential, used only for legitimate business purposes, and will never be used in making any employment decisions, including hiring decisions.
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Delivering better everyday health with our superior brands from Sensodyne to Centrum. Made using trusted ingredients and backed by science, our products are recommended by healthcare professionals. #WeAreHaleon
