Zoe Blaauw Managing Director, Internal Audit

Zoe leads the Bank’s Internal Audit function and is responsible for providing independent assurance to the Board and Executive, supporting strong governance, effective risk management, and robust internal controls across the Bank.

Zoe joined the British Business Bank in May 2020. In her role, she sets the Internal Audit strategy and annual audit plan, overseeing delivery across the full audit lifecycle. She is accountable for audit quality, methodology and reporting to the Audit Committee, and for building and maintaining a high performing, well resourced Internal Audit team. Zoe works closely with senior stakeholders across the Bank to provide insight, challenge and assurance aligned to the Bank’s strategic objectives and risk appetite.

Zoe is a Chartered Accountant (IACEW) with a BCom Honours Degree in Accounting from the University of South Africa and over 15 years’ experience across internal audit, investment banking, and financial services.