Head of Group Assurance (m/f/d)

At Quantum Systems, we build cutting-edge aerial intelligence solutions that enable customers to make the right decisions when it matters most. As Head of Group Assurance, you will build and lead a modern, risk-based Internal Audit function across the Group and help shape the assurance governance required for continued international growth.

You will establish a pragmatic and service-oriented assurance approach that strengthens governance, provides transparency on key-risks and controls, and supports continuous improvement of our business processes. Group Assurance will be administratively embedded within GRC, while appropriate governance arrangements will safeguard the functional independence and direct access required for an effective Internal Audit function.

What is your Day to Day Mission:

• Build and shape Group Assurance from ground up , establishing the governance, methodology and risk-based approach for a growing international organisation • Develop a group-wide view of our key risks and processes and translate it into a focused, risk-based annual and multi-year audit plan. • Lead end-to-end internal audits across functions, processes and international entities, from scoping and fieldwork to clear recommendations and follow-up • Provide independent assurance on the effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal controls, identifying weaknesses while helping the business develop pragmatic and sustainable solutions. • Be a trusted and independent sparring partner to senior leadership , bringing transparency to material risks, challenging constructively and turing audit insigths into actionable recommendations. • Build and develop the Group Assurance team and operating model as the function grows, creating a pragmatic, collaborative and high-performing audit culture. • Shape modern assurance at Quantum-Systems , using data, technology and smart audit approaches to incresace insight, coverage and efficiency. • Work closely with GRC, Finance, Legal, HR and business leaders while safeguarding the independence and objectivity of Internal Audit.

What you bring to the team:

• Several years of leadership experience in Internal Audit or Group Assurance , ideally within an international, complex or fast growing organizaiton • Proven experience in building, scaling, or transforming an Internal Audit or assurance function, with the ability to create fit-for-purpose structures in a dynamic environment. • Strong experience in risk-based auditing, corporate governance, risk management and internal controls, combined with a solid understanding of internal control frameworks, corporate governance principles, enterprise risk management, and regulatory requirements. • A pragmatic and business-oriented mindset , you understand complex processes quickly, focus on what matters and turn findings into clear, actionable recommendations. • The confidence to challenge constructively . You are comfortable engang with C-level executives and senior stakeholders while maintaining independence, objectivity and sound professional judgement. • A collaborative leadership style and experience building and developing high-performing teams. • Curiosity for modern assurance approaches , including data analytics, technology-embedded auditing and new ways of increasing assurance coverage and insight. • High integrity and discretion , particularly when dealing with sensitive matters and senior stakeholders. • A relevant professional qualification such as CIA, CISA, CRMA, ACCA or equivalent is an advantage. • Fluent in English ; German is an advantage.