The EMEA Rates, Fixed Income Financing (“FIF”) and Credit Portfolio Group (“CPG”) Audit Team is responsible for assessing the adequacy and effectiveness of the control environment of the Rates, FIF and CPG business activities in EMEA. This is achieved through a program of audit coverage performed and managed by a team of business and technology audit specialists and coordinated on a global basis with colleagues in other regions. 

As an EMEA Rates, Fixed Income Financing and CPG Auditor - Associate in Internal Audit department you will plan, execute and document audit reports, partner closely with global audit colleagues and business stakeholders, and use judgment to strengthen internal controls. In this role you will be provided with the opportunity to develop a detailed understanding of CIB Markets, specifically Rates, FIF and CPG businesses.

Job responsibilities

Plan, execute and document audit reports, including risk assessments, audit planning, audit testing, control evaluation, report drafting and follow-up and verification of issue closure while ensuring audits are completed timely and within budget Work closely with global Audit colleagues in the early identification of emerging control issues and reporting them timely to Audit management and business stakeholders Recognize the confidential nature of Internal Audit communications and access to information; you must be disciplined in protecting the confidentiality and security of information in accordance with firm policy Partner with stakeholders, business management, other control groups (i.e. risk management, compliance), and regulators establishing strong working relationships while maintaining independence Finalize audit findings and use judgment to provide an overall opinion on the control environment through developing recommendations to strengthen internal controls Take ownership of self-development, including stretch assignments, to prepare for greater responsibilities and career growth, and take initiative to seek out opportunity for continued learning Champion a culture of innovation Follow 'How We Do Business' Principles Stay up to date with industry trends to identify opportunities for game changing innovations or strategic partnerships Find ways to drive efficiency with existing technical infrastructure through automation while embracing the innovative opportunities offered by new technologies

Required qualifications, skills and capabilities

Proven internal or external auditing experience, or relevant business experience Bachelor's degree (or relevant financial services experience) required Experience with internal audit methodology and applying concepts in audit delivery and execution Solid understanding of internal control concepts, with the ability to evaluate and determine the adequacy of controls by considering business and technology risks in an integrated manner Excellent verbal and written communications skills Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to establish credibility and build strong partnerships with senior business and control partners Strong analytical skills particularly in regard to assessing the probability and impact of an internal control weakness Enthusiastic, self-motivated, strong interest in learning, effective under pressure and willing to take personal responsibility/accountability Flexible to changing business priorities and ability to multitask in a constantly changing environment

Preferred qualifications, skills and capabilities

CPA, CIA, and/or Advanced Degree in Finance or Accounting is preferred Willing to travel as needed