Senior Investigator

Job description

Job Overview

The position of Senior Investigator is based in EFG International's Internal Audit team in Geneva. The Investigations Unit conducts investigations to analyze incidents that could have a financial or reputational impact on the bank.

Main tasks

• Thorough review of individual cases or multiple error points to identify the causes of errors and apply data analysis and forensic methods.
• Professional interaction with senior management in private banking and support functions.
• Identifying opportunities for improvement in controls and determining whether regulations are being properly implemented and complied with.
• Application of sound investigation and internal audit techniques and clear and accurate documentation of conclusions.
• Compliance with EFG International's Code of Ethics and Business Code of Conduct, as well as professional standards.
• Assessing the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance, and recommending improvements.
• Assessment of the adequacy of controls to ensure compliance with policies and objectives.
• Review established procedures and systems and propose improvements.
• Discussing findings with senior managers and assisting in the preparation of investigation reports.
• Ensuring that investigation reports are accurate, relevant, and balanced.
• Interacting with global colleagues and respecting cultural differences.
• The role requires independence, integrity, and objectivity. Ability to work alone or in a team and interact effectively with management at all levels.

Requirements

• 5-8 years of experience in investigations, fraud investigations, or internal auditing in a Big 4 environment or internal auditing function at a major Swiss private bank.
• Fluent knowledge of FINMA regulations. Knowledge of other jurisdictions is an advantage.
• A university degree combined with a qualification as a chartered accountant, chartered internal auditor, or certified fraud examiner.
• A solid understanding of private banking activities, processes, and products.
• Proven experience in complex internal audit tasks and investigations, e.g., fraud audits.
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage disagreements satisfactorily.
• Ability to conduct risk-oriented investigations and assessments of the internal control framework.
• Good understanding of local and group-wide regulatory compliance requirements in private banking.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills. Ability to speak a second European language is an advantage.
• Familiarity with information technology systems and MS Office applications.
• Ability to travel within Switzerland and internationally (max. 25%).

We offer

• A dynamic and stimulating working environment.
• A fair and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized.

Our values

• Accountability: Taking responsibility for tasks and challenges as well as continuous improvement.
• Hands-on: Proactive approach to delivering high-quality results quickly.
• Passionate: Commitment and striving for excellence.
• Solution-oriented: Focus on customer results and fair treatment of customers with a risk-oriented mindset.
• Partnership: promoting cooperation and teamwork. Working together with an entrepreneurial spirit.