Olten - 100% | Permanent

Role type: Permanent | Location: Olten or Lausanne | Model: Hybrid | Level of travels: 10%

Our Company

Alpiq is one of Switzerland’s leading electricity producers and a key energy services provider across Europe. Headquartered in Lausanne and powered by a strong portfolio of hydropower, nuclear, and renewable energy sources, we’re all about impact, for the climate, for people, and for the security of supply.

More than 1,300 colleagues from nearly 60 nationalities bring their energy to a shared purpose: Together for a better climate and an improved security of supply.

We work in a values-driven culture shaped by trust, curiosity, and respect. Our 4 company values have been co-created with our employees and are embedded in everything we do as a company:

“We are ALP1Q “- reflects our team spirit

“We learn and grow together” - we have courage

“We share the steering wheel” - we take ownership

“We focus on the outcome” - your impact matters

At Alpiq, your energy matters!

Mission

The Head of Internal Audit is responsible for leading the Group Internal Audit function, providing independent and objective assurance and advisory services designed to enhance governance, risk management and internal control processes.

The role supports the Audit Committee, the Board of Directors and Executive Management by delivering risk-based assurance, promoting a strong control culture and contributing to the achievement of the Group's strategic objectives. The Head of Internal Audit reports to the Chairman of the Board of Directors, supervises one internal auditor and manages the external provider in a co-sourcing model to deliver the audit plan.

Your main responsibilities

As Head of Internal Audit, you will be responsible for leading and developing the Internal Audit function. Your key responsibilities include:

• Define and implement the Internal Audit strategy aligned with Group objectives and risk profile.
• Develop and execute a risk-based annual and multi-year audit plan.
• Lead audits across operational, trading, IT, compliance and project areas.
• Provide independent assurance on governance, risk management and internal controls.
• Report audit results to Executive Management, Audit Committee and Board of Directors.
• Monitor implementation of audit recommendations and remediation actions.
• Lead and manage the Internal Audit team and external co-sourcing partners.
• Coordinate with External Audit and other assurance providers.

As Head of Internal Audit, you will:

• Strengthen governance, risk management and internal control frameworks.
• Enhance transparency and trust with Executive Management and the Board.
• Support strategic objectives through risk-based insights and assurance.
• Promote a strong risk and control culture across the organization.
• Contribute to the Integrated Assurance approach.

Your Profile

• University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CIA (preferred), CPA, ACCA or equivalent.
• At least 10 years of experience in Internal Audit, External Audit and/or Risk Management, including leadership responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of governance, enterprise risk management and internal control frameworks.
• Experience interacting with Executive Management, Audit Committees and Boards of Directors.
• International and/or energy industry experience is an advantage.
• Excellent command of English; proficiency in French and/or German is considered a strong asset.