
Internal Control BI Local Lead - People & Culture, Asia Gulf
Petaling Jaya, Malaysia Permanent Posted on Apr. 23, 2025 Closing on Jun. 30, 2025Job title: Internal Control BI Local Lead - People & Culture, Asia Gulf
Location: Kuala Lumpur Hub
Remote working in accordance with company policy
Travel <=20%
Job type: Permanent, Full time
Reporting to: Head of Internal Control People & Culture
About the Job
We are an innovative global healthcare company with one purpose: to chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We’re also a company where you can flourish and grow your career, with countless opportunities to explore, make connections with people, and stretch the limits of what you thought was possible. Ready to get started?
The Internal Control BI Local Lead collaborates with local Management to identify and evaluate business risks while maintaining appropriate mitigating controls across their end-to-end process and geography. As a key member of the Internal Control End-to-End process team, you will be the main point of contact for Global Testing COE and Local Process Owners on Internal Control topics.
For MCO/Country Internal Control Business Partners, you will develop effective partnerships with country leadership to safeguard operations, protect assets, and uphold the highest standards of integrity and compliance. Working with key MCO/country stakeholders, you will proactively identify and mitigate risks, strengthen the internal control environment, and promote a culture of thoughtful risk-taking.
Key Responsibilities
Manage Control Environment
Oversee the implementation of the Internal Control framework for your E2E process and geography
Perform end-to-end process reviews at local level
Establish and enhance monitoring systems addressing key internal control risks
Manage Control Activities
Support process owners in defining SOX relevant controls and documentation
Perform local risk assessment and validate control test scripts
Lead walkthrough meetings and perform complex controls SOX testing
Analyze findings including Root Cause Analysis and identify compensating controls
Support external auditors' activities related to internal control
Partner with Stakeholders
Onboard local process and control owners on internal control processes and frameworks
Manage alignment on IC&P topics with local Management
Identify and communicate local Event Data
Review assurance functions reports from an Internal Control perspective
Drive Continuous Improvement
Support global core model projects and local change initiatives
Identify gaps in control performance and make recommendations on standardization
Support automation initiatives for control performance and testing
About you
Required Experience
Sound knowledge in relevant E2E processes, including Talent management, onboarding offboarding processes, administering payroll and benefits, HR compliance with regulations, employee engagement, performance management, managing employee relations.
3 to 5+ years' experience in External/Internal Audit, Internal Control, or related operational roles specifically.
Key Skills
Internal Control & Compliance: Expertise in reviewing control frameworks
Process Improvement: Application of best practices to enhance systems and processes
Digital & AI Integration: Ability to leverage digital tools and AI technologies
Risk Management: Development of risk strategies based on TRT approach
Problem-Solving & Project Management: Application of appropriate tools for diverse challenges
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Building effective working relationships across functions
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
At Sanofi, we believe that embracing diversity creates an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of background, gender, age, race, religion, nationality, disability status, or sexual orientation.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance in the application process, please let us know.
Join Our Journey
By joining Sanofi, you'll be part of a global healthcare leader focused on patients' needs and committed to fighting health challenges with innovative solutions. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in an inclusive environment.
Why Choose Us?
Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
Pursue progress. Discover extraordinary.
Progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. You can be one of those people. Chasing change, embracing new ideas and exploring all the opportunities we have to offer. Let’s pursue progress. And let’s discover extraordinary together.
At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity.
Watch 'One day at Sanofi' and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion initiatives at sanofi.com
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