Head of Internal Audit

Studies show that women and underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. At Stegra, we’re building an impact-driven, sustainable company - and we need a diverse, inclusive team to make it happen. If you share our passion but don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the perfect fit for this role, or another as we grow. At Stegra, we’re not just building a plant, we’re proving that sustainable industry is possible. And to do that, we need people like you. Join a team where safety comes first. Where we support each other, learn as we go, and make space for everyone to grow and contribute. This is your chance to be part of something big - while being closer to nature and leading a balanced, purposeful life. Head of Internal Audit Stegra is looking for a Head of Internal Audit with a unique opportunity to establish, shape and lead the Group’s internal audit function. This is a highly visible role with direct exposure to the Audit Committee and senior management, where you will work in close collaboration with the business and contribute to strengthening governance, risk management and internal control in an international and dynamic environment. As Head of Internal Audit, you will be responsible for designing, building and implementing a risk-based audit plan and evaluate the organization’s internal governance, risk management, and control environment. You will define the strategy, establish ways of working and ensure an efficient and value-adding audit function across the organization. The role reports to the Audit Committee with a dotted line to the CFO. The role includes presenting clear and constructive Audit reports including action plans and recommendations to senior management as well as the Board and following up to ensure that actions are implemented. We are looking for a senior and business-oriented internal audit leader who combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution. You are comfortable building structure from scratch and navigating a complex, international organization. Your responsibilities include promoting a strong culture of transparency, accountability, and ethics, and providing advisory support on matters related to risk, governance and internal control. You will also be responsible for quality assurance and the continuous development of internal audit practices in line with international standards. Responsibilities • Design and implement the internal audit function, including methodology, governance and operating model • Establish and drive a global, risk-based audit plan • Strengthen governance, risk management and internal control across the organization • Lead and execute audits across financial, operational and compliance areas • Act as a trusted advisor to senior management on risk, control and transformation topics • Build and develop an internal audit team over time Qualifications • Proven track record within internal audit, risk, finance or advisory • Experience from a senior Internal Audit role, ideally as Head of Internal Audit or equivalent • Background from large, international and preferably decentralized organizations • Exposure to industrial, manufacturing or technology-driven businesses is highly preferred • Experience working in transformation, M&A or other complex organizational environments • Strong understanding of governance, risk management and internal control frameworks (e.g. COSO) • Academic degree in Finance, Business or a related field • Fluency in English is required, fluency in Swedish is preferred • Thorough familiarity with internal auditing and accounting principles and methodologies, risk and control principles Personal characteristics • Strategic and hands-on, with the ability to both define direction and execute • High integrity and credibility, with the confidence to challenge senior stakeholders • Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to build trust across a decentralized organization • Self-driven and comfortable operating with a high degree of autonomy • Change-oriented and effective in dynamic, evolving environments Location: Stockholm or Boden Benefits at Stegra At Stegra, you’ll join a company where your work has real impact on the climate, the industry, and future generations. We’re building a culture rooted in safety, trust, and inclusion, where people feel supported to grow and thrive. You’ll receive fair, competitive compensation aligned with collective agreements, along with benefits like up to 30 days of paid vacation, occupational pension, parental benefits, and insurance. If you need support with relocation or immigration, our relocation department will help guide you through the process, whether it’s permits, housing or other practical matters. You can also enjoy perks like subsidized gym memberships and bike leases, plus the everyday benefits of life closer to nature. Read more about Benefits at Stegra here. This is Stegra Stegra is on a mission to change the global steel industry by producing green hydrogen, iron, and steel - with the goal of eliminating CO₂ emissions. Instead of coal, we use green hydrogen and fossil-free electricity, meaning our primary emissions will be water and heat. By 2030, our ambition is to produce 5 million tonnes of green steel annually in our fully integrated, digitized, and sustainable plant in Boden, Northern Sweden - currently under construction. But this is just the beginning. Our expertise in green hydrogen will enable us to decarbonize industries beyond steel, paving the way for a cleaner future.