Lead Auditor

Your Role

As a Lead Auditor at Bank J. Safra Sarasin, you will operate across a diverse range of risk topics, including financial crime and provide end-to-end internal audit engagement with a high degree of autonomy. In addition, you will take ownership of selected international ad-hoc audits, serving as a key spokesperson for internal audit at the locations you are responsible for and acting as a sparring partner to local senior management.

Your Responsibilities

• Assume the role of Lead Auditor, including goal- and deadline-oriented planning, independent execution and timely communication of results from end-to-end audits
• Draft clear and impactful reports
• Act as a sparring partner for management
• Monitor the implementation of measures
• Prepare statements for the Head of Group Internal Audit, the Board of Directors, or other decision-makers
• Act as the person responsible for the locations Panama and Bahamas (annual risk assessment, activity planning, key contact)
• Participate in special investigations and projects
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert

Your Profile

• Banking apprenticeship, certified bank professional, certified public accountant qualification is advantageous
• At least 5 years of experience as a Lead Auditor in banking audit (internal or external audit)
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills; experience with valqoq is an advantage
• Ability to weigh problems, set priorities and strong analytical skills
• Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders
• Hands-on mentality, strong work ethic, integrity and high level of accountability
• Excellent communication and presentation skills as well as an ability to work independently
• Willingness to travel abroad (approx. 30 days per year)
• Fluency in English with the ability to write clear, impactful texts in English; knowledge of German, French, or Spanish is an advantage

Your Benefits

• Entrepreneurial spirit in a family owned bank
• Central city office locations across Switzerland
• Above average insurance coverage fully borne by the bank
• Contribution to health insurance and meal allowance
• Global growth strategy and stable environment
• Competitive offering