Business / Operational Audit, Avp - London, United Kingdom - eFinancialCareers

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3 weeks ago

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Description

Who we are looking for

An Audit Manager must display a high degree of professionalism and leadership and possess proficient organizational, analytical and project management skills.

The audit manager must be able to manage complexity, to multi-task and work independently in non-routinesituations.

Why this role is important to us

As a member of State Street Corporation's Audit Division, you will be part of a team where collaboration is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued.

We offer flexible schedules, continuous training, global exposure and multiple opportunitiesfor personal and professional growth.

Our team of 300 professionals is responsible for providing independent, objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value, minimize risk and improve the overall control environment of State Street Corporationand its subsidiaries.

Our auditors interact and communicate regularly with executive management and have tremendous insight into all parts of the company's daily operations.

Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for

Your new role

As an Audit Manager you will be responsible for successfully planning, executing and completing audits according to a risk-based approach, recommending internal control improvements that may include operational enhancements or efficiencies, and preparing auditreports.

You will facilitate effective communication and coordination with business management at all levels and must have excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and presentation skills.

You will develop a thorough understanding and knowledge base of the company's operations, establish effective business relationships within the company and assist management in the understanding and adaptation of internal control principles.

The audit manager will have strong team leadership skills which include creating an environment of trust, soliciting diverse views from team members and coaching and developing staff through timely meaningful feedback.

As an
Audit Manager in Compliance, Conduct and Financial Crime area, you will

Plan and manage teams of audit professionals and contracted resources in executing all phases and key milestones of an assigned audit/review
Manage onsite project teams in documenting audit activities in accordance with professional standards and ensuring documentation meets high quality standards
Supervise and direct the execution of risk and control assessments
Supervise effective and efficient testing of key controls
Review documentation of audit work and conclusion of audit tests results and overall effectiveness of controls
Draft audit reports in accordance with Division standards to clearly communicate key risks and core audit issues
Work in partnership with business area management to communicate expectations and manage any project issues that may arise throughout the audit
Escalate audit issues to senior management and interact with business line and senior managers to develop and negotiate solutions
Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of audits and assigned functions, including utilization of technology, products, organizational activities, and systems
Provide ongoing counsel, training, development and motivation to staff
Prepare and deliver assignment and periodic constructive feedback to assigned team members through performance evaluations inline with Division standards
Assist with audit planning and risk assessments
Make effective recommendations to hire, discipline, control work, determine promotions, salary increases, bonuses and terminate employment
Ensure self and team anticipates, monitors, actively manages and reports all risk and compliance issues, breaches and suspicious activities
Act in accordance with Risk Excellence and role model Ethical behavior and decision making as part of our Way Ahead foundation

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role:

Experience in Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Conduct, Culture and Financial Crime audit
Strong auditing skills, and a good knowledge of the key regulations and current regulatory developments relevant to State Street's businesses
Ability to manage complexity, to effectively prioritize multiple tasks and work independently in an international team across multiple locations with global stakeholders in new and changing situations as well as being able support the overall team
A range of personal attributes, including being collaborative, determined, energetic, inquisitive, intelligent and articulate;
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written in order to effectively communicate with senior leaders within business divisions
Fluency in English written and spoken

Education & Preferred Qualifications:

Internal Audit and relevant experience in financial services industry (5+ years) as a minimum
Degreelevel education and a relevant professional qualification with postqualified experience.
An understanding of key regulations impacting such company as State Street

What We Offer:

Employee savings plan
Premium life insurance package
VIP medical package
Multisport card
Additional holiday days
Language classes
Soft skills trainings
Technical workshops
Development sessions with a mentor
Diversity of opportunities across a range of challenging and highly complex activities
Technical or leadership career pathway

About State Street

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries,we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward