Team Lead Internal Audit

Company Description

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company based across global locations. Each of our 24,000 plus employees comes to work every day for one collective purpose: to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines because Good Health Can’t Wait.

We started in 1984 with a modest investment, 20 employees and a bold vision. Today, we have research and development centres, manufacturing facilities or a commercial presence in 66 countries.

For nearly four decades, we have stood for access, affordability and innovation based on the bedrock of deep science, progressive people practices and robust corporate governance. As the pharmaceutical industry evolves and undergoes disruption, we see an opportunity – to strengthen our core further (the next steps) and to build the future (the new bets).

‘The Next and the New’ is how we aim to continue to be the partner of choice – purpose-driven, future-ready and sustainable. Our aim is to reach over 1.5 Bn+ patients across the world by 2030 by growing our core businesses and building for the future with sustainability at the core of our purpose and strategy. Sustainability for us means operating in a manner that respects people, planet and purpose – helping us conserve precious resources, serve our patients, create value for stakeholders, give back to society, fulfil our potential and maintain our integrity and transparency

Dr Reddy’s maintains a work environment, free from discrimination and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ & nurture all qualified diverse workforce without regard to race, colour religion, nationality, sex, age, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender expression, citizenship or any other characteristic or classification protected by applicable law(s) of the country we operate in. We treasure every talent, and recognize merit and diversity in our organization.

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Job Description

Job Summary

This role is for an Internal Audit Executive, responsible for executing comprehensive audits as per the defined audit plan, with a focus on risk identification, compliance validation, and process improvement. The position demands hands-on involvement throughout the audit lifecycle—including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up—while ensuring documentation accuracy and stakeholder alignment. It requires strong analytical skills, knowledge of systems like SAP, and a commitment to continuous learning and team collaboration.

" Roles & Responsibilities

• Execute internal audits as per the audit plan, including planning, fieldwork, documentation, and reporting, under the guidance of the Team Leader or Group Leader.
• Gather and analyze preliminary business information—such as MIS data, MRM presentations, and previous audit reports—to define the audit scope and understand key risks.
• Conduct process walkthroughs with business owners, validate samples against SOPs and policies, and identify any deviations or inconsistencies.
• Prepare and organize audit workpapers in a structured manner to ensure traceability, completeness, and readiness for future reference.
• Draft detailed audit reports, including observations, root cause analysis, and risk implications, and discuss findings with process owners to incorporate their comments and action plans.
• Perform follow-ups on open audit observations, validate the implementation of agreed actions, and escalate unresolved issues to senior audit leadership.
• Support internal and statutory audit activities and clarify queries with appropriate documentation and explanations.
• Contribute to team development through knowledge-sharing sessions, presentations, and pursuing professional certifications such as CIA, CISA, or CFE for continuous learning.

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Qualifications

Educational Qualification

Certifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Chartered Accountant (CA) are mandatory.

Minimum Work Experience

10+ years of experience

Skills & Attributes & Critical Exposures Functional Skills

• Internal Auditing
• Financial Accounting
• Fraud Detection
• Audit Report Preparation
• Internal Controls
• Compliance Management
• Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
• Due Diligence

Resident Skills

• Regulatory Compliance
• Legal Knowledge
• Business Acumen
• Process Management

Behavioural Skills

• Analytical Rigor: Demonstrates a sharp ability to interpret financial and operational data, identify risks, and uncover anomalies with precision and objectivity.
• Integrity and Professional Ethics: Upholds confidentiality and fairness while handling sensitive audit findings, maintaining trust across stakeholder interactions.
• Curiosity and Initiative: Eager to explore underlying causes of audit issues and contribute to improvements, while proactively investing in learning and certification growth.

Critical Exposures

• 3+ years of experience in areas of Process Audit, Corporate Audit or Markets Audit is preferred
• Experience in Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) frameworks is desired
• Experience in advanced audit tools and technologies is desired
• Exposure to implementing enterprise-wide robust internal controls to ensure compliance with all regulatory standards is preferred

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Additional Information

Benefits Offered

At Dr. Reddy’s we actively help to catalyse your career growth and professional development through personalised learning programs.

The benefits you will enjoy at Dr. Reddy’s are on par with the best industry standards. They include, among other things and other essential equipment, joining & relocation support, family support (Maternity & Paternity benefits), learning and development opportunities, medical coverage for yourself and your family, life coverage for yourself.

" Our Work Culture

Ask any employee at Dr. Reddy’s why they come to work every day and they’ll say, because Good Health Can’t Wait. This is our credo as well as the guiding principle behind all our actions. We see healthcare solutions not only as scientific formulations, but as a means to help patients lead healthier lives, and we’re always attuned to the new and the next to empower people to stay fit. And to do this, we foster a culture of empathy and dynamism. People are at the core of our journey over the last few decades. They have been supported by an enabling environment that buoys individual ability while fostering teamwork and shared success. We believe that when people with diverse skills are bound together by a common purpose and value system, they can make magic.

For more details, please visit our career website at https://careers.drreddys.com/#!/"