In today’s highly regulated and constantly changing banking environment, internal auditors play a key role in the mitigation of risk to ensure the bank’s ongoing success. They make sure that internal risk controls are adequate, governance processes are effective and efficient, and organizational goals and objectives are met. They provide objective, independent, professional advice to all levels of management and pave the path toward continuous improvement. Standard Bank has one of the largest audit functions in South Africa. Our Group Internal Audit unit has more than 300 staff in 33 countries, including the UK, Russia and China. Our internal auditors are continually updating their knowledge to remain abreast of business trends and meet international standards.