Regional Head Operational Audit

The Bank of Punjab is one of the fastest growing banks in Pakistan, with a profound existence of over 35 years. It operates through a network of 900+ branches and ATMs across the country. The Bank has established a strong foundation while offering premium banking services with a major focus on unsurpassed value-added services for its customers through advanced solutions.

In line with the Bank’s progression strategy, we invite applications from experienced, dedicated, and performance-driven professionals for the following position in our Internal Audit Group. The following job profile offers an excellent opportunity for candidates desirous of building a long-term career in a dynamic organization:

Grade: Band-5/ Band-4

Location: Multan

Job Responsibilities:

Assist the Head of Operational Audit in the annual planning of the operational audit plan.
Perform Audit Engagement Planning and Sampling Matrix for each audit assignment, utilizing OBIEE to gather relevant reports. The engagement plan and sampling matrix will be provided to the team manager the day before commencing the audit of a branch or office.
Allocate resources based on the risk profile of the auditable entity and oversee the overall performance of the engagement to ensure its successful completion within budgetary limits and approved people-days. Monitor staffing requirements and schedules to ensure optimal utilization of audit resources.
Facilitate communication with management to enable discussion on their concerns regarding audit engagements through conclusion meetings as per prevailing protocols.
Ensure pre-release quality of Audit Reports, Rating Models, Management Letters, and working paper files. Ensure that required audit findings have been reported, and approve the reports along with the Team Manager for issuance. Calculate audit ratings and recommend them to the Head of Audit for review.
Ensure that working paper files are adequately prepared for archiving.
Ensure that all assignments have been fully uploaded into the Audit Management System tool.
Review assignments performed by the audit teams on a timely basis and ensure that issues identified have been adequately reported or escalated. Coach audit teams on an ongoing basis to clarify their understanding of Audit Methodology and keep them abreast of recent developments. Identify training needs of staff on an ongoing basis.
Review policies and procedures / HO instructions issued from time to time regarding control effectiveness and alignment with instructions/directions issued by the regulator and applicable laws and regulations.
Assess and suggest changes, amendments, or updates in Audit Checklists / Audit Manual consequent to developments in various controls, procedures, products, and policies.
Prepare periodic monthly and quarterly Reporting Packages for line management and report significant issues noted during internal audits for the Head of Audit with updates on Management Action.
Maintain financial/manpower budget and seek confirmation/approval of breaches as per approved hierarchy.

Eligibility Criteria:

Qualification: Bachelor's/MBA/M.Com/MSc in Accounting/Finance/Mathematics/Statistics/CA/CIA/CBA, etc., from any HEC Recognized University or equivalent. International Certification in Internal Auditing will be preferred.

Experience: Minimum 09 years of relevant Banking/Non-Banking experience, of which 03 years must be with an Internal Audit Function of a bank. Preference shall be given to candidates having branch audit experience.

Age: Up to 55 years as of September 04, 2026.

Important Note:

Only shortlisted candidates shall be called for an interview. No TA/DA will be admissible.
The Bank of Punjab reserves the right to accept or reject any application(s) without assigning any reason(s).
The Bank is an equal opportunity employer. Females, minorities, differently-abled persons (DAPs), and transgender individuals are encouraged to apply.
The above position(s) carry market-based competitive remuneration.
Individuals fulfilling the above-mentioned criteria are encouraged to apply online through the BOP career portal bop.rozee.pk latest by September 04, 2026.

Skills

Maintain Budget Audit Checklist Audit Rating Audit

Job Details

Industry:

Banking/Financial Services

Functional Area:

Accounts, Finance & Financial Services

Total Positions:

1 Post

Job Shift:

First Shift (Day)

Job Type:

Full Time/Permanent

Department:

Internal Audit Function

Job Location:

Multan, Pakistan

Gender:

No Preference

Minimum Education:

Bachelors

Degree Title:

Bachelor's/MBA/M.Com/MSc in Accounting/Finance/Mathematics/Statistics/CA/CIA/CBA

Career Level:

Experienced Professional

Minimum Experience:

9 Years (Minimum 09 years of relevant Banking/Non-Banking experience out of which 03 years must be with an Internal Audit Function of a bank. Preference shall be given to candidates having branch audit experience.)

Apply Before:

Sep 05, 2026

Posting Date:

Aug 21, 2026

The Bank of Punjab (BOP)

Banking/Financial Services · More than 5000 employees - Multan

The Bank of Punjab was established in 1989 under The Bank of Punjab Act, 1989 passed by Provincial Assembly of the Punjab, as a non-scheduled Commercial Bank with majority shareholding of Government of the Punjab. The Bank earned the status of a scheduled Commercial Bank in 1994 and currently carries a vast network of over 620 online branches, strategically located across the Country along with an ATM network of over 550 offering 24/7 banking services to its diverse clientele of over 2 million. Since its inception, the BOP has seen many ups and downs and has also successfully weathered the waves of economic volatility, recessions and stiff market competition over the years. Current strong network base coupled with solid capital structure and phenomenal financial results posted during last few years has transformed the Bank to one of a leading financial institution of the Country. Now, the Bank standouts among peer group as a robust and rapidly growing commercial Bank. Besides offering a range of products and services to meet the modern days’ banking requirements of its clients, the Bank has also established its footprint in the areas of consumer financing, agriculture credit, corporate & investment banking, cash management and alternative delivery channels. While achieving the objective of financial inclusion through its presence in remote and unbanked areas of the Country with HarFardKaKhayal the Bank is playing its due role in the economic growth of the Country through its various specially tailored and designed products and services.