Head of Internal Audit (M/F)

Club med was created in 1950 by Gilbert Trigano and Gérard Blitz. They invented a new style of vacation: all-inclusive vacations in the world’s most beautiful locations, where Gentil Membres (GM) or kind members, can recharge their personal batteries through contact with nature, sports and like-minded people, served by our Gentil Organisateurs (GO) or kind organisers and Gentil Employés (GE) or kind employees.

Purpose of the job

As an independent and objective activity, Internal Audit provides Club Med with reasonable assurance on the control of its operations and gives recommendations for improvement. 

The role of the Head of Internal Audit is to: 

• Assess and mitigate financial and operational risks, 

• Ensure the company adheres to its internal control obligations, 

• Evaluate compliance with procedures and the quality of the internal control framework, 

• Promote a culture of control by developing self-assessment tools for subsidiaries, 

• Contribute to improving the Group’s performance and operations through insights and recommendations. 

The scope of intervention covers all activities and geographies of the Group. The role reports to the President and in doted line to the Deputy CEO in charge of finance. He informs twice a year the Audit Committee of activities.

Main Responsibilities

• Define the Audit schedule based on risk-based methodologies. 

• Actively participate in Audit Committees (preparations, summaries, and reports). 

• Establish regular reporting to monitor the implementation of action plans by the General Management Committee (CDG). 

• Promote an internal control culture within the company by: 

• Conducting regulatory monitoring on new internal control obligations, 

• Actively participating in internal training programs for the finance team, 

• Leading self-evaluation tools developed for subsidiaries (resorts and offices), 

• Proposing tools, processes, and procedures to improve internal control levels. 

• Manage a team of 4 to 5 people and ensure their continuous training. 

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Candidate Profile

• Graduate from a business school or a higher education program (Master’s degree) in finance, auditing, management control, or business law, with a strong financial background (aligned with auditor profiles being recruited currently). 

• Solid technical expertise (financial, legal, operational). 

• At least five years of auditing role, experience in financial audit within a Big Four firm and two years of experience leading an audit department would be a plus. 

• Experience in internal control and implementation the digitalization system of internal control would be a plus.

• Knowledge of the tourism industry and its professions. 

• Ability to thrive in an international environment: Fluent in both written and spoken English; a second language would be appreciated. 

• Leadership and management skills. 

• Excellent communication skills. 

• Qualities of curiosity, diligence, and professionalism. 

• Commitment to confidentiality. 

• Analytical and synthetic thinking skills. 

• Ability to handle stress and adapt quickly. 

• Alignment with Club Med’s core values: Multiculturalism, Kindness, Pioneering Spirit, Freedom, and Responsibility. 

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Role Details

• Permanent contract starting August 1st the latest. 

• Located in Paris La Villette headquarters, 19th arrondissement. 

• Travel required in France and internationally. 

• Current remote work policy: 8 days per month as agreed with the team; possible full week off-site every three months. 

• In-kind benefits: "G.O Vacations" available to all permanent employees with one year of service, offering holiday stays at Club Med Resorts for the employee and their family or an accompanying person. 

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