An ISO 42001 Lead Auditor plans, conducts, and closes AI management system audits. The role ensures conformity and objective conclusions.
The role of an ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor is to assess whether an organization’s AI management system conforms to the requirements of the standard. This role applies to internal, external, and certification audits and is performed in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1 principles.
The Lead Auditor is responsible for planning the audit, defining scope and objectives, identifying risks, and preparing the audit plan. During the audit, the Lead Auditor coordinates the audit team, conducts interviews, reviews documentation, and evaluates objective evidence related to AI governance, controls, and oversight.
A critical responsibility is the formulation of audit findings. Findings must be factual, traceable to ISO 42001 requirements, and clearly communicated. Nonconformities and observations support corrective actions and improvement decisions.
At the end of the audit, the Lead Auditor leads the closing meeting, presents conclusions, and ensures that audit results are consistent and justified. Managing the audit program over time, including follow up activities, is also part of the role.
ISO 42001 audits require balancing technical understanding with management system thinking. Auditors must avoid focusing only on AI tools and instead assess how decisions, controls, and reviews are structured.
Preparation is decisive. A well prepared audit plan allows deeper assessment of accountability and risk management, which are often the weakest points.
“The Lead Auditor turns AI governance into verifiable evidence.”
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