Internal Auditor

A Financial Services firm is looking for an Contingent Worker to join the Internal Audit Asset Management team on a 6 month contract. As part of the Internal Audit AWM team, this role focuses on auditing the Asset Management function within the Asset and Wealth Management Division, which provides institutional and individual investors with investment and advisory solutions. This includes areas such as portfolio management, investment strategies, and institutional client services, as well as oversight of products across equities, fixed income, alternatives, and multi-asset solutions. The candidate will contribute to planning and scoping audits, engage with stakeholders to understand business and technology processes, and identify key risks and controls. Responsibilities include assessing the design and operating effectiveness of controls, evaluating the impact of issues, and preparing detailed reports for senior management and regulators. The role also involves monitoring compliance with laws and regulations, advising on control improvements, and supporting firmwide projects related to new processes and investigations. Maintaining strong relationships with internal teams, global colleagues, and external auditors is essential to ensure audit coverage aligns with evolving business activities and emerging risks.

Must Haves:

• 5+ years of audit experience, ideally internal audit, within global financial institutions or large consulting firm
• Background in risk identification, assessment, and evaluation of control design and operating effectiveness
• Possesses strong attention to detail, a high sense of accountability, and demonstrated resilience
• Ability to interpret and apply relevant regulatory requirements, guidance, and best practices
• Excellent interpersonal skills and confidence to challenge senior stakeholders constructively
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex audit issues and risks

Plusses:

• Prior exposure to Asset Management, institutional clients, investment products, and portfolio oversight
• Asset management experience could come from the business side, rather than having audited the division
• Chartered Accountant qualifications (ACCA, ACA)
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Law, Business Administration, or a related discipline
• Experience with global regulatory environment
• Deep understanding of compliance frameworks, regulatory expectations, and governance best practices in financial services