Banking Audit Lead

pWe are currently looking for an experienced Lead Auditor to join an international financial services environment. In this role, you will take responsibility for complex audit engagements, evaluate key business risks and contribute to strengthening governance, risk management and internal controls across a diverse banking landscape. /ppYou will work closely with senior stakeholders, provide independent insights and help ensure that business activities remain aligned with regulatory requirements and internal standards. With exposure to a broad range of risk areas and international operations, this position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while expanding your expertise in banking and financial services. /ppstrongResponsibilities Tasks /strong /pulliLead audit engagements from initial risk assessment and planning through fieldwork, evaluation and final reporting. /liliAssess the effectiveness of internal controls, governance structures and risk management processes across different banking functions. /liliPrepare clear, well structured audit reports and present findings, recommendations and key risk observations to relevant stakeholders. /liliEngage with senior management as a trusted advisor, challenging existing practices constructively and supporting sustainable improvements. /liliTrack the implementation of agreed remediation measures and assess whether identified weaknesses have been addressed effectively. /liliDevelop risk assessments and audit plans for assigned international business units, acting as the primary audit contact and coordinating relevant activities. /liliPrepare executive level briefings and decision papers for senior leadership, board representatives and other key governance bodies. /liliContribute to special reviews, investigations and cross functional projects, including assignments involving emerging risks and changing regulatory expectations. /liliAct as a subject matter expert in selected areas, sharing knowledge and supporting the continuous development of audit methodologies and practices. /li /ulpstrongRequirements Qualifications /strong /pulliCompleted banking apprenticeship, professional banking qualification or degree in business administration, finance, economics or a comparable field. /liliAt least five years of relevant experience in banking audit, either within internal audit or an external audit environment, including responsibility for leading audit engagements. /liliProfessional certifications such as CIA, CFA or an equivalent qualification are desirable. A certified public accountant qualification would be an additional advantage. /liliStrong understanding of banking operations, risk management, internal controls and relevant regulatory frameworks. /liliExcellent analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex situations, identify key risks and establish clear priorities. /liliProven ability to manage multiple assignments independently, meet deadlines and deliver high quality results. /liliStrong written and verbal communication skills, particularly the ability to communicate complex findings clearly and prepare compelling reports in English. /liliConfident stakeholder management skills, with the ability to challenge constructively and build effective working relationships across different levels of an organisation. /liliAdvanced Microsoft Office skills. Experience with banking platforms such as Avaloq is an advantage. /liliHigh level of integrity, accountability and professional judgement, combined with a proactive, hands on approach. /liliWillingness to travel internationally for approximately 30 days per year. /liliFluency in English is essential. German, French or Spanish language skills are an advantage. /li /ulpstrongBenefits Culture /strong /pulliWork across different business areas and international operations within a sophisticated financial services environment. /liliBroaden your expertise through challenging assignments, continuous learning and exposure to emerging risk topics. /liliTake ownership of audit engagements and contribute directly to stronger governance, effective controls and informed business decisions. /liliWork closely with experienced professionals and senior stakeholders in a culture that values knowledge sharing, constructive challenge and mutual respect. /liliBenefit from the freedom to organise your work independently while taking responsibility for the quality and impact of your results. /liliDevelop your professional capabilities and build a career in an environment that values initiative, integrity and continuous improvement. /li /ul #J-18808-Ljbffr