Sr. Manager, Corporate Governance Research & Content Development

Senior Manager, Corporate Governance Research & Content Development

Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid) Status: Full-Time | Exempt Base Salary Range: $105,000–$120,000 annually

About The IIA

The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is the global leader and recognized authority for the internal audit profession. We advance the profession worldwide through education, advocacy, certifications, research, thought leadership, and professional resources. Guided by our values of People First, Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, and Innovation , we offer a collaborative, purpose-driven workplace where employees can grow professionally while making a global impact.

Why Join The IIA?

Lead high-impact research, thought leadership, and content development that helps shape global conversations about corporate governance and internal audit.

Develop influential content for boards, audit committees, regulators, policymakers, C-suite executives, and other governance leaders.

Contribute to advocacy and policy discussions on emerging issues such as artificial intelligence, AI governance, cybersecurity, risk, fraud, data privacy, internal controls, ESG/climate, and geopolitical risk.

Help determine what The IIA researches, how we communicate our findings, and how those insights reach influential audiences worldwide.

Build relationships across a global network of governance, business, policy, research, and internal audit leaders.

Contribute to The IIA's Corporate Governance Engagement strategy and Global Audit Committee Center (GACC).

Join a collaborative, inclusive, and values-driven global organization committed to strengthening the internal audit profession.

Position Summary

The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is seeking a Senior Manager, Corporate Governance Research & Content Development to lead high-impact research, thought leadership, and advocacy content that helps shape global conversations about corporate governance and the role of internal audit.

This is an opportunity for an experienced research, corporate governance, public policy, advocacy, internal audit, risk, or thought leadership professional who can turn complex issues into credible, influential content for boards, audit committees, regulators, policymakers, executives, and other global stakeholders.

You will lead original research and develop compelling reports, policy analyses, issue briefs, comment letters, presentations, surveys, and other thought leadership. From AI governance and cybersecurity to risk, internal controls, fraud, data privacy, ESG/climate, geopolitical risk, and other emerging issues, you will help determine what The IIA researches, how findings are communicated, and how those insights contribute to important governance discussions worldwide.

This role combines research, writing, content strategy, advocacy, policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and executive communication and offers the opportunity to build relationships across the global corporate governance ecosystem.

Work Arrangement & Travel

This is a hybrid position based in Washington, DC, combining in-office collaboration with remote work.

Domestic and international travel is required as business needs warrant, including periodic travel between The IIA's Washington, DC office and global headquarters in Lake Mary, Florida.

What You'll Do

Lead Research & Thought Leadership

Develop and execute a strategic Corporate Governance Engagement research and content plan in consultation with key professional stakeholders.

Lead the design, execution, analysis, and promotion of original research that advances The IIA's corporate governance strategy.

Identify emerging governance trends, policy developments, stakeholder concerns, and research opportunities relevant to boards, audit committees, internal auditors, and other governance professionals.

Conduct qualitative and quantitative research and translate complex information into practical findings, insights, and recommendations.

Lead and support research and thought leadership associated with The IIA's Global Audit Committee Center (GACC).

Collaborate with internal and external research partners and effectively manage resources supporting research initiatives.

Engage The IIA's boards, committees, chapters, national institutes, members, and subject matter experts to inform research priorities and findings.

Develop High-Impact Content

Lead the development of authoritative research reports, issue briefs, policy analyses, comment letters, surveys, executive presentations, articles, briefing materials, and multimedia content.

Transform complex research, data, governance concepts, and policy developments into clear and compelling content for executive and nontechnical audiences.

Develop evidence-based narratives that strengthen The IIA's position as a trusted authority on corporate governance and internal audit.

Create content for boards of directors, audit committees, C-suite executives, regulators, policymakers, internal audit leaders, professional associations, and other influential audiences.

Work with internal stakeholders and external subject matter experts to ensure content is accurate, relevant, credible, and aligned with strategic priorities.

Identify opportunities to extend research across digital, presentation, event, multimedia, and stakeholder channels to increase its reach and impact.

Advance Advocacy & Corporate Governance Engagement

Support The IIA's global advocacy objectives through research, policy analysis, evidence-based content, and stakeholder engagement.

Develop research and content that informs policy discussions and strengthens understanding of internal audit's role in effective corporate governance.

Contribute research and analysis to comment letters, policy positions, stakeholder briefings, and advocacy initiatives.

Build and maintain trusted relationships with boards, audit committees, regulators, stock exchanges, policymakers, professional associations, NGOs, think tanks, business organizations, corporations, and other governance leaders.

Monitor governance and policy developments to identify opportunities for new research, advocacy, thought leadership, and stakeholder engagement.

Engage internal and external stakeholders to identify emerging issues and strengthen The IIA's voice in corporate governance discussions.

Research AI & Emerging Governance Issues

Research the evolving impact of artificial intelligence on corporate governance, boards, audit committees, risk management, internal controls, and internal audit.

Monitor developments in AI governance, responsible AI, AI risk, regulation, policy, and organizational oversight.

Translate AI and other emerging topics into accessible research, policy analysis, thought leadership, and professional content.

Identify opportunities for The IIA to contribute credible perspectives to emerging conversations about AI governance and oversight.

Use generative AI and AI-enabled tools, where appropriate, to enhance research, analysis, content development, and productivity while maintaining appropriate standards for accuracy, quality, and professional judgment.

Present & Influence

Develop compelling presentations and narratives for executive, board, regulatory, policy, and professional audiences.

Communicate effectively with boards of directors, senior management, government officials, regulators, public groups, and other influential stakeholders.

Represent The IIA's research and thought leadership in professional forums and stakeholder discussions.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree, preferably in Economics, Accounting, Auditing, Business, Communications, Public Policy, or a related field.

5+ years of relevant professional experience in internal audit, corporate governance, research, public policy, advocacy, risk, professional associations, thought leadership, or a related professional field.

Demonstrated experience conducting research and analysis and developing high-quality professional content.

Strong writing and editorial capabilities, with experience developing research reports, thought leadership, policy analysis, executive communications, presentations, or similar content.

Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex information and data into clear, credible, and actionable insights.

Knowledge of corporate governance, internal audit, public policy, advocacy, risk, internal controls, or related business issues.

Ability to translate technical and complex concepts into language that can be readily understood by executive and nontechnical audiences.

Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Experience managing and prioritizing multiple high-profile initiatives while meeting critical deadlines.

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and lead through collaboration and consensus.

Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and maintain strong attention to detail.

Strong verbal communication and presentation skills, including the ability to engage senior leaders and influential external stakeholders.

Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience developing corporate governance research, thought leadership, advocacy, public policy, or executive-level content.

Familiarity with emerging governance and policy issues involving artificial intelligence, AI governance and risk, cybersecurity, fraud, enterprise risk, internal controls, data privacy, ESG/climate, geopolitical risk, and blockchain.

Experience researching or developing content related to AI governance, responsible AI, AI risk, or the implications of AI for boards, audit committees, risk functions, and internal audit.

Experience using generative AI or AI-enabled tools for research, analysis, content development, or professional workflows.

Established relationships with corporate governance, business, research, public policy, or internal audit thought leaders.

Experience engaging with boards, audit committees, regulators, policymakers, stock exchanges, professional associations, corporations, NGOs, think tanks, or similar organizations.

Additional language proficiency.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.