Internal Audit Manager

Mission

Reporting to the Group Head of Internal Audit, the Internal Audit Manager contributes to the delivery of a risk-based, independent, and value-adding internal audit function. The role leads or supports recurring audit engagements and special assignments, assesses the effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal controls, and provides practical recommendations to strengthen the organization.

Main responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and execution of the risk-based audit plan, including risk assessments, scoping, and definition of engagement objectives.
• Lead audit engagements, or manage assigned workstreams, from planning through fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up, in line with the Internal Audit methodology and applicable professional standards.
• Design and perform audit procedures, including interviews, walkthroughs, data analysis and control testing, to assess the design and operating effectiveness of controls.
• Evaluate governance arrangements, risk management processes, policies, procedures and internal controls across relevant business and support functions.
• Identify root causes, assess the impact and significance of issues, and formulate clear, practical, and risk-focused recommendations.
• Prepare high-quality working papers that clearly document the audit approach, evidence obtained, analysis performed, and conclusions reached.
• Draft audit findings and reports, discuss observations with management, and support the timely finalization and communication of results.
• Monitor and perform follow-up of agreed actions, validate remediation evidence and report overdue or insufficiently addressed issues.
• Build effective relationships with stakeholders while maintaining independence, professional skepticism, and confidentiality.
• Support special reviews, investigations, advisory assignments, and other mandates requested by senior management or the Audit Committee, as appropriate.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement, innovation, and internal promotion of the Internal Audit function, including the use of data analytics and technology-enabled audit techniques.
• Maintain and develop professional knowledge through continuous learning and development, keeping abreast of regulatory, industry and emerging-risk developments. Coach and review the work of less experienced auditors and contribute to team planning, quality assurance and knowledge sharing.

Your Profile

• At least 7 years of relevant internal or external audit experience, including experience leading engagements.
• Experience gained in an auditing firm, bank, asset management company or another regulated financial-services environment; knowledge of Swiss financial-services regulation is an advantage.
• Master’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, business administration, risk management or another relevant discipline.
• Relevant professional certification, such as CIA, CPA, CISA, CFE, CAMS or equivalent, is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of internal audit principles, risk management, governance, and internal control frameworks, with the ability to apply professional judgement in complex situations.
• Integrity, independence, intellectual curiosity, and a constructive, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to analyze complex information and data, identify root causes and draw well-supported conclusions.
• Excellent organization and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work within agreed deadlines.
• High attention to detail and a disciplined approach to documentation and evidence.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present clear messages to senior stakeholders.
• Collaborative and team-oriented, with the interpersonal skills required to work effectively across functions, cultures, and levels of seniority. Fluent in French and English, both written and spoken; additional languages are an advantage.

Others

• Swiss residence is required. Business travel may be required, expected to be up to 20%.

Core Competencies : Adherence to the company’s values: Dedication, Conviction, Agility and Responsibility - Compliance with regulations and internal directives