Internal Audit Learning Program Specialist

About the role

The Internal Audit Learning Program Specialist plays a crucial role in shaping the technical capabilities of Vanguard's Internal Audit SOX organization. This role requires a blend of audit expertise and learning design skills, focusing on enhancing auditor performance and driving the evolution of the function.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive learning strategy, roadmap, and curriculum aligned with the needs of the Internal Audit SOX organization.
• Synthesize stakeholder inputs, audit outcomes, and emerging trends to assess learning needs and identify priority capability gaps; translate insights into curriculum design and roadmap prioritization.
• Deliver engaging and interactive learning sessions, workshops, and events using various instructional techniques and formats, including in-person, on-the-job, e-learning, and external training resources.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across all levels and teams, partnering with them to develop and deploy learning initiatives.
• Ensure training programs align with relevant industry standards, requirements, and best practices, such as the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Global Audit Standards, and stay updated on changes to related standards and practices.
• Regularly assess the effectiveness of learning and development efforts, identifying areas for improvement and making necessary adjustments to enhance the quality and relevance of initiatives.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Typically five (5) years related work experience; typically a bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience in audit, risk, or controls with exposure to audit execution and understanding of the audit lifecycle preferred.
• Experience in creating and delivering learning content or curriculums, ideally for an audit/risk-related environment, is preferred.
• Strong project management skills including prioritization, managing multiple concurrent initiatives, anticipating next steps, adapting to change, and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams and levels to influence, drive change, and deliver results.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex audit concepts into clear, practical messaging.
• CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), or other relevant certification preferred.

Special Factors

• Sponsorship: Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.