Director, Audit Lead

Webster Bank

4d•$140,000 - $170,000•Remote

About The Position

If you're looking for a meaningful career, you'll find it here at Webster. Founded in 1935, our focus has always been to put people first--doing whatever we can to help individuals, families, businesses and our colleagues achieve their financial goals. As a leading commercial bank, we remain passionate about serving our clients and supporting our communities. Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Agility, Respect, Excellence are Webster's values, these set us apart as a bank and as an employer. Come join our team where you can expand your career potential, benefit from our robust development opportunities, and enjoy meaningful work! Internal Audit is responsible for providing independent assurance and guidance across all lines of business and team members are encouraged to think creatively, challenge current processes, build relationships, identify, and evaluate current and emerging risks, and hold themselves and teammates accountable in a flexible and delivery driven environment. This role includes the following key attributes: The Audit Lead Director serves as a key member of the Operating Team Leadership Team. This role is responsible for leading the execution of audit plans for a dedicated or enterprise-level portfolio of products, programs, functions, and/or processes, with a strong emphasis on regulatory compliance. The Audit Lead Director oversees the full end‑to‑end audit lifecycle, ensuring audit engagements meet established quality, reporting, and operational standards. As needed, this role may perform select testing procedures to support plan budgets, efficiency expectations, and timely delivery. In addition to execution responsibilities, this leader plays a critical role in building and developing a high‑performing audit organization. This includes attracting, hiring, coaching, and retaining top audit talent to support both current and future business needs.

Requirements

10+ years of experience auditing (internally or externally) publicly owned financial services companies and 5+ years in a managerial role
Bachelor's Degree in related field required
Strong verbal and written communication, organization, analytical and project management skills.
In depth knowledge of audit practices and standards, internal controls, risk analysis, accounting, banking, lending, and a strong focus on compliance.
Experience using Microsoft Excel, Visio, Word, PowerPoint and data analytics tools.
Existing Certification or required within 12 months of joining the department including but not limited to, CRCM, CPA, CIA, CFA, FRM.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Wolters Kluwer's TeamMate+ a plus.

Responsibilities

Develops and sustains collaborative relationships with Webster management, through periodic and effective communications.
Holds quarterly meetings as well as ongoing interaction with multiple aligned senior and executive management to maintain strong one-on-one relationships outside of the audit process.
Negotiate effectively and remains persuasive in discussions of complex and sensitive issues.
Represents Internal Audit via Committee participation and interaction with our risk partners.
Presents updates quarterly to external regulators and external auditors.
May be requested to present on a special topic at a Board level Committee meeting.
Effectively engages with management and guides the team's adaptability and methods of communication while working remotely.
Strong understanding of the business, including LOB strategic choices and transformational initiatives, and the strong knowledge of the regulatory environment and applicable laws/regulations
Reviews work product of team and communicates necessary modifications in a timely manner.
Prepares well-written reports and other written communication using the appropriate business & technical language and results in minimal revisions.
Takes responsibility for the quality of the department's work product by addressing the needs/risks of the Bank and expectations of the regulators/external auditors.
Assists the CAE in setting and meeting the department's metrics.
Uses data analytics proactively and effectively to drive meaningful and efficient audit results.
Leads the department's capacity and scheduling requirements and works with staff to convey the importance of completing quality work within defined timeframes.
Proactively manages staff performance to metrics and monitors capacity.
Oversees the timely execution of the Portfolio audit responsibilities.
Leads process/audit methodology improvement/change initiatives.
Leads and influences setting tone for employees in support of Webster's strong risk culture.
Ensures compliance with Audit's risk-based methodology during audits and projects.
Demonstrates one or more areas of technical, risk, and/or product subject matter expertise.
Devises audit plans for complex audits and key strategies.
Leads the IA mid-year & annual Risk Assessment/Planning processes.
Drives enhancements in IA methodology.