Job DescriptionJOB DESCRIPTIONDirector – Global Statutory AuditWe are Grant Thornton. We go beyond business as usual, so you can too.Grant Thornton Ireland has nearly 3,000 people in 9 offices across Ireland, The Isle of Man, Gibraltar, and Bermuda, with a presence in over 149 countries around the world, and a global network of over 73,000 people.In 2024, Grant Thornton Ireland announced a merger with Grant Thornton US, bringing together two strong member firms with shared values and complementary strengths. This strategic alignment further enhances our global capabilities and creates even greater opportunities for our people and our clients.At Grant Thornton, we work as trusted advisors, bringing local knowledge and national expertise, with a global presence, to help businesses succeed – wherever they are located.About The Global Statutory Audit TeamOur Global Statutory Audit department is a specialist team that delivers centrally coordinated audit solutions to multinational companies (MNCs). We act as the single point of contact for large-scale international engagements, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency across jurisdictions.As a Director, you will play a pivotal leadership role, driving the strategy and growth of the Global Statutory Audit offering, managing key international client relationships, and ensuring the highest standards of service delivery. You will work closely with Partners and Associate Directors to shape the future of the practice, mentor senior leaders, and contribute to thought leadership in the global statutory audit space.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & StrategyShape and execute the strategic direction of the Global Statutory Audit offering, aligned with firm-wide growth priorities.Act as a trusted advisor to multinational clients, providing insights on global audit and compliance risks, regulatory change, and industry developments.Drive operational excellence across multi-country engagements, ensuring consistency, scalability, and innovation in audit delivery.Represent Grant Thornton in global networks, industry groups, and external forums to build brand presence and thought leadership.Client & Stakeholder LeadershipLead a high-value portfolio of complex cross-border global statutory audit engagements, coordinating teams across multiple jurisdictions.Act as the primary senior point of contact for C-suite and board-level stakeholders of multinational clients.Build and maintain strong relationships with global finance teams, boards, regulators, and external auditors.Provide insight and constructive challenge on emerging risks, regulatory changes, and industry developments affecting global businesses.Communicate audit findings and recommendations clearly and persuasively, mindful of cultural, linguistic, and regulatory nuances.Identify and convert opportunities to expand service offerings, supporting clients on their international growth journey.Team Development & CultureMentor, coach, and develop Associate Directors, Managers, and other senior leaders within the team.Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across geographically dispersed teams.Drive diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to build a high performing, engaged global team.Quality & Risk ManagementOversee technical reviews and ensure compliance with relevant audit and accounting standards (IFRS, UK/Irish GAAP, US GAAP as relevant).Partner with the firm's Quality and Risk function to strengthen global quality processes and manage engagement risk.Champion the adoption of technology and innovative tools to enhance audit quality and efficiency.Commercial & Business DevelopmentLead proposals, pitches, and pursuits for global and multi-territory audit mandates.Build and maintain a strong network of internal and external stakeholders worldwide to generate new business opportunities.Monitor market trends, global regulatory changes, and competitor activity to keep the firm ahead of the curve.Skills And AttributesACA/ACCA (or equivalent) qualified with 8+ years' post-qualification experience, ideally within a top 10 professional services firm.Proven experience leading cross-border group audits and managing complex global engagements.Deep technical expertise in IFRS and Irish/UK GAAP (knowledge of US GAAP and PCAOB standards is highly desirable).Demonstrated track record of building and sustaining C-suite relationships and delivering strategic advice to multinational clients.Commercially astute with a growth mindset and strong business development experience.Exceptional leadership and people development skills, with experience managing teams across multiple geographies.Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.Proficient in leveraging technology and data analytics in global audit delivery.Life at Grant ThorntonAt Grant Thornton, we're creating a workplace where our people can thrive—personally and professionally. Our culture is rooted in collaboration, respect, and a commitment to continuous growth.Reward And BenefitsWe offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, flexibility, and career development – from hybrid working and healthcare to professional development programmes and leadership coaching.Equity, Diversity & InclusionEquity, diversity and inclusion are core to our culture. We believe teams made up of varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives lead to better outcomes for our people and our clients. We champion diversity of thought and ensure every voice is heard.About UsWe are Grant ThorntonGrant Thornton Ireland is rapidly approaching 3,000 people, in 9 offices across Ireland, Isle of Man, Gibraltar and Bermuda. With a presence in over 149 countries around the world and a global network of 73,000 people, we bring our clients the local knowledge, national expertise and global presence to help them succeed – wherever they're located.At GT, we work astrusted advisors, bringing local knowledge and national expertise, with a global presence, to help businesses succeed – wherever they are located. We make business more personal by investing in building relationships and empowering our clients to make the right decisions for their organisation now and for the future. Whether that is working with the public sector to build thriving communities, with regulators and financial institutions to build trust, or with a diverse range of businesses to help them achieve their goals, Grant Thornton Ireland work hard to support clients to act on the issues that matter.At GT Ireland we don't just predict your future, we build it.A Career at GTLooking for a more fulfilling role in professional services? One where fresh thinking, collaboration and diversity are valued? At Grant Thornton we do things differently.What does this mean for you?A career in a more inclusive working environment, a more collaborative work culture, a more supported, flexible working role, more possibilities to grow and more opportunities to help shape the future for your clients. We respect and value your experience. And we want you to bring your authentic self to work and be at your best. It is how it should be.Grow with usAt Grant Thornton, we care about our people and work hard to make you feel valued. If you are looking to deepen and develop your skills, knowledge, and experience throughout your career, then that is what you will get, and more.Our BenefitsPlease follow this link for information on our generous benefits package.About The TeamEquity, diversity and inclusionAt Grant Thornton, we provide equitable opportunities for all our colleagues. We are a responsible, sustainable business where equity, diversity and inclusion (ED&I) is at the forefront of our workplace culture agenda, and today, we continue to build and develop on our existing ED&I structure and strategy to meet our workplace culture needs. People are at the heart of our business and teams built with varied individuals present diverse viewpoints, which need to be heard and valued.We are all at our best when we are able to be ourselves and we view integrity and authenticity as integral values to bring to our day-to-day work-life at the firm. We are excited to see the personality and perspectives you will bring to our team because we know we will all benefit from them. Diversity of thought, background and experience enables better decision-making, improves the quality of our delivery, and helps us to meet the needs of our clients. Our firm is built on people and their ideas, so we want to hear all the new perspectives and fresh thinking you have to offer. You form the bedrock of our firm's best-practice principles and we will champion you as leaders from day one.Reward And BenefitsOur reward and benefits are designed to create an environment where our people can flourish. We are committed to building a culture where our people have access to the necessary benefits to help promote a healthy lifestyle and thrive.RecognitionWe want to create a culture of recognition and celebrating success, by saying thank you to people who surpass our expectations and recognising the right values and behaviours. Our Shout Out recognition scheme is our way of highlighting and promoting achievements. Whether you simply want to say thank you, celebrate a special occasion or give an award for doing something exceptional, you can do all of this and more through the scheme.