Markets & Banking Internal Auditor

Overview:

A leading global investment bank is actively expanding its trading and advisory platform while making strategic investments in its internal audit capabilities. As part of this exciting growth, the firm is seeking an Associate Auditor to take on a high-impact role supporting audits across its dynamic capital markets and investment banking operations.

In this role, you'll report directly to the Director of Audit for Global Businesses, gaining hands-on exposure to front office activities across fixed income, equity capital markets, lending, and treasury. You'll work alongside a commercially minded team that plays a key role in shaping risk and control strategies, providing critical insights that directly influence senior business leaders and decision-makers.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive audits of markets and banking activities, assessing the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and compliance processes.
• Evaluate trading, lending, and other banking operations to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and industry best practices.
• Assist in the development and execution of an annual audit plan based on risk assessment methodologies.
• Identify and document control weaknesses, gaps, and inefficiencies, providing actionable recommendations to senior management.
• Prepare detailed audit reports summarizing findings, risk exposure, and suggested improvements.
• Collaborate with other internal audit teams, including IT and Compliance, to ensure a holistic approach to risk assessment and mitigation.
• Assist in the assessment and monitoring of compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience required.
• CPA not required but preferred.
• Experience in performing audits of capital markets, investment banking, lending, and treasury functions.
• Knowledge of risk management frameworks, including COSO, Basel, and relevant regulatory standards.