Gartner Expert

Stephen Osborne

Sr Director Analyst

Stephen Osborne is a Senior Director, Analyst in Gartner's Assurance practice group. Stephen delivers strategic advisory and thought leadership to Chief Audit Executives and assurance leaders at leading organizations worldwide. His work centers on delivering actionable research, best practices, and practical guidance in areas such as audit planning, strategic leadership, and the evolving role of internal audit.

Previous experience

Stephen has led internal audit, ERM, SOX and compliance programs in fintech and insurance companies in the US and UK.

Professional background

Best Egg , Head of Internal Audit, 4 years

RiverStone Resources, VP Assurance (7), VP Risk (3), 10 years

RiverStone Management (Europe), Head of Internal Audit (3), Head of Assurance (4), 7 years

Areas of coverage
  • CAE Strategic Leadership

  • Audit Function Strategy and Management

Education

CIA, Certified Internal Auditor

ACA, ICAEW Chartered Accountant

BEng, Chemical and Bio Process Engineering, University of Bath, UK

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Top Issues That I Help Clients Address

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Influencing the Board’s View of Risk

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Providing Forward-Looking and Emerging Risk Insights

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Audit Stakeholder Relationships

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IA Strategy

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Team Effectiveness and Talent Management