Sara Yorke
Global Head of Strategy, Governance & Internal Audit Operations @Vodafone
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WORK HISTORY
Global Head of Strategy, Governance & Internal Audit Operations @Vodafone
London, GB
Lead development of the Group Internal Audit annual plan and long‑term strategy, ensuring clear priorities and alignment with organisational risks.Drive strategic initiatives such as external benchmarking, methodology improvements, and enhancement of audit systems and ways of working to strengthen consistency and quality. Provide insight‑led reporting and independent assurance to governance committees, supporting effective oversight and informed, risk‑based decision making.Oversee budgets, professional standards, and external stakeholder engagement to ensure robust, compliant, and well‑governed audit operations.
EDUCATION
The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
ACMA
International Compliance Association
Diploma in Anti-Money Laundering
ABOUT SARA YORKE
Governance‑focused audit leader with broad experience across finance, commercial operations, and compliance.An internal audit and finance professional with more than two decades shaping governance, assurance, and financial control across complex, multinational environments. Demonstrates a strong track record in developing audit strategy, strengthening risk management frameworks, and enhancing financial stewardship across diverse business functions.Brings senior audit leadership experience across finance, supply chain, commercial operations, HR, legal and compliance, supported by deep expertise in financial governance, business transformation, and large‑scale operational delivery. Recognised for sound judgement, strategic thinking, and a practical approach to improving control environments, enabling organisations to operate with clarity, accountability, and efficiency.
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