Auditor - CDO

Description

The Group Audit (GA) function is a professional, business focused, proactive risk-based global audit team that operates with transparency, integrity and independence, and assists the Bank’s business and infrastructure areas to identify key control weaknesses. Focused on identifying potential risk exposure, the function offers vital insights into the adequacy of the design and the operating effectiveness of systems of internal control. A global function operating from four hub locations (London, New York, Frankfurt and Singapore) and 30 other locations globally, Group Audit is increasingly relied upon by banking regulators to provide independent, consistent and objective assurance.

As an Associate in the global Cross Divisional Operations (CO) team you will work with management and staff within Group Audit based in India and as part of wider global Cross Divisional Operations (CDO) team to deliver audits performed regionally and globally. You will become an integral member of a diverse high-performance CDO team, providing Subject Matter Expert support on various operational topics for other audit teams on operational controls as part of the holistic ‘front to back’ audit review process. The CDO team primarily is responsible for review of utility operations functions such as Payments, Client Lifecycle Management-KYC, Reference data services, reconciliations processing, Transaction Surveillance operations, Collateral (Margin) Operations, Lending Operations which support processes across business lines of Investment Bank and Corporate Bank. Responsibility for coverage of this broad portfolio is split between six Principal Audit Managers (PAMs) globally.

This role reports into the PAM based in the London office responsible for the Client Assets, Bulk Payments, Surveillance Operations and Network Management portfolio. They in turn report to the Global Chief Auditor (CA) for CDO, further reporting into Head of Audit (HOA) who has direct reporting into Global Head of Group Audit (GHGA).

What we’ll offer you

As part of our flexible scheme, here are just some of the benefits that you’ll enjoy

Best in class leave policy Gender neutral parental leaves 100% reimbursement under childcare assistance benefit (gender neutral) Sponsorship for Industry relevant certifications and education Employee Assistance Program for you and your family members Comprehensive Hospitalization Insurance for you and your dependents Accident and Term life Insurance Complementary Health screening for 35 yrs. and above

Your key responsibilities

Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls relating to CDO managed audits in accordance with Group Audit methodology and the established risk assessment framework. Document process flows, identify risks, assess controls and perform audit testing within the audit application; track and validate closure of internal audit issues and regulatory observations within the application. Complete all work assignments on a timely basis, including activity assigned on planned audits, ad hoc projects and special investigations Develop and maintain professional working relationships with colleagues, the business and other Infrastructure support areas as well as work in an integrated manner with fellow team members both locally and globally. Develop and maintain broad regulatory knowledge and experience. Stay abreast of developments within the bank and its strategy, business/industry changes and their effect on the team’s audit plan, audit methodology and risk assessments.

Your skills and experience

Preferably educated to degree level with relevant work, in particular with a focus in internal or external audit, controls or a related discipline, and ideally coupled with a professional certification (e.g., ACA, CPA, CIA, CFE, ACAMS etc.).  Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels. An ability and willingness to work in a high-pressure environment and deliver under tight deadlines and defined budgets to agreed targets. A firm commitment to maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards, driving integrated working practices. Innovative mindset and ability to develop ideas which can be implemented with a positive impact for the Bank, Group Audit or the CDO team overall.

How we’ll support you

Training and development to help you excel in your career Coaching and support from experts in your team A culture of continuous learning to aid progression A range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your needs

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