Head of Risk, Control & Internal Audit

Build insight, strengthen governance, and support better decisions

We are strengthening our Group governance and are looking for a Head of Risk, Control & Internal Audit to lead and further develop our approach to risk management, internal control, and internal audit across Hedin Mobility Group.

This is a new Group-wide role reporting to the Group CFO. You will work across Group functions, markets, and legal entities to strengthen risk awareness, internal control, and governance, while providing independent and objective assurance through internal audit.

The role combines strategic framework development with hands-on execution. You will establish and develop Group-wide structures for risk management and internal control, plan and conduct risk-based internal audits, identify control gaps and improvement opportunities, and support management in building effective and proportionate controls.

The preferred location is our Group headquarters in Mölndal, Sweden, but the role may also be based at another Group location within Europe. International travel is a natural part of the position.

About the role

As Head of Risk, Control & Internal Audit, you will have Group-wide responsibility for developing and coordinating the Group's frameworks for enterprise risk management, internal control, and internal audit.

You will support Group Management and the organisation in identifying and assessing key risks, strengthening internal controls, and establishing consistent governance across markets and functions. As part of the internal audit mandate, you will independently assess the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal controls and provide clear, fact-based recommendations for improvement.

You will work closely with the Group CFO, Group Management, Group functions, and local management teams. A key part of the role is to build scalable and pragmatic structures suited to a decentralised, international Group with multiple businesses and legal entities.

Management retains ownership and accountability for risks and internal controls, while the role provides frameworks, coordination, challenge, and independent assurance.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Group's frameworks for enterprise risk management, internal control, and internal audit

• Coordinate the Group-wide risk assessment process and support management in identifying, assessing, and monitoring key risks

• Develop and maintain a risk-based internal audit plan

• Plan and execute internal audits across Group functions, markets, and legal entities

• Assess the design and effectiveness of internal controls, governance structures, financial reporting processes, and key business processes

• Assess compliance with internal policies, applicable regulations, and established governance frameworks

• Identify risks, control gaps, and improvement opportunities and recommend proportionate remediation measures

• Follow up agreed actions and assess whether identified risks have been appropriately addressed

• Support the development of consistent internal control principles, documentation, and monitoring across the Group

• Prepare clear, fact-based reports and present findings, risk assessments, and recommendations to the Group CFO, Group Management, and other relevant governance bodies

• Act as an independent discussion partner on risk management, internal control, and governance

• Coordinate with external auditors and other assurance, compliance, and risk functions where relevant

• Promote risk awareness, accountability, and continuous improvement across the organisation

Your Profile

We are looking for a senior, analytically strong professional with broad experience in risk management, internal control, and audit. You combine technical expertise with strong business acumen and have the ability to build structures while remaining pragmatic and close to the business.

You are comfortable operating independently in an international and decentralised organisation and can challenge constructively while building credibility with senior stakeholders.

You likely bring:

• A university degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field

• Several years of relevant experience in senior roles within internal audit, risk management, internal control, external audit, compliance, or business control

• Experience of developing or implementing risk management and internal control frameworks

• Experience from an international, multi-entity organisation or similarly complex corporate environment

• Strong understanding of internal control and risk management frameworks, such as COSO

• Solid understanding of financial reporting, governance, business processes, and regulatory compliance

• Experience of risk-based audit planning and execution

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate risks and findings into practical recommendations

• The ability to communicate clearly and constructively with senior management and stakeholders across different functions and markets

• Strong written and spoken English

Meritorious:

• Professional certification such as CIA, CPA, ACCA, CISA, or equivalent

• Background from a leading international audit or advisory firm

• Experience of establishing or developing Group-wide risk, control, or internal audit functions

• Experience from a listed company or other organisation with mature governance and assurance requirements

• Industry experience from automotive, retail, distribution, or another decentralised multi-site business

Why join us?

As an employer, we are committed to recognizing and supporting driven and engaged employees. We offer a wide range of career paths, and our philosophy is that individuals with the right potential should be able to grow with us. When you grow, we grow as a company.

We act responsibly and ensure fair and competitive employment conditions. All our operations are covered by collective bargaining agreements. We genuinely care about our employees and believe that a long-term, sustainable working life is a key competitive advantage.

We offer a broad range of benefits, including advance vacation entitlement, enhanced parental pay, and a generous wellness allowance to support the health and well-being of our employees.

Hedin Mobility Group's story began in 1985, when father and son Ingemar and Anders Hedin acquired a Mercedes-Benz and Nissan dealership in Borås, Western Sweden. Today, almost 40 years later, we have grown into one of Europe's top mobility providers with operations in 14 countries and over 13,000 employees.

We offer a wide range of businesses, products, and services, from vehicle import and distribution to smart vehicle ownership or rental solutions. Our ambition is to continue growing and strengthen our position by creating sustainable value for our employees, partners, and the communities in which we operate.