Internal Auditor, Global Advisory - London, United Kingdom - Rothschild & Co
Description
About Us
Rothschild & Co is a leading global financial services group with seven generations of family control and a history of over 200 years at the centre of the world's financial markets.
Our expertise, intellectual capital and global network enable us to provide a distinct perspective that makes a meaningful difference to our clients, communities and planet.
We have 4,200 talented specialists on the ground in over 40 countries around the world, enabling us to deliver a unique global perspective across four market-leading business divisions – Global Advisory, Wealth Management, Asset Management and Five Arrows.
As a family-controlled business built on relationships, we place a huge emphasis on our people and finding the right colleagues to take our business forward.
We are focused on the attraction and recruitment, development and retention and progression of high calibre talent to ensure we and our clients benefit from the value of difference.
Job Title:
Audit Manager, Assistant Director (M&A, ECM, DCM Coverage)
Division:
Global Internal Audit
Location:
London
Rothschild & Co
Rothschild & Co is a leading global financial services group with seven generations of family control and a history of over 200 years at the centre of the world's financial markets.
Our expertise, intellectual capital and global network enable us to provide a distinct perspective that makes a meaningful difference to our clients, communities and planet.
We have 4,200 talented specialists on the ground in over 40 countries around the world, enabling us to deliver a unique global perspective across four market-leading business divisions – Global Advisory, Wealth Management, Asset Management and Merchant Banking.
As a family-controlled business built on relationships, we place a huge emphasis on our people and finding the right colleagues to take our business forward.
We are focused on the attraction and recruitment, development and retention and progression of high calibre talent to ensure we and our clients benefit from the value of difference.
Overview of RoleTo lead agreed audits, in line with Internal Audit methodology, of Global Advisory across the Group and Regions.
These audits will cover all key risks/processes/controls for Global Advisory (M&A and Strategic Advisory, Debt Advisory and Restructuring, Equity Markets Solutions).
Audits should deliver impactful findings and key insights to stakeholders and senior management.Responsibilities
Lead and participate in audit activities including risk assessments, audit planning, audit testing, control evaluation, report drafting, work paper documentation, continuous auditing, continuous monitoring and verification of issue closure.
Partner with colleagues, clients and control community members to develop, evaluate, test and report on the adequacy and effectiveness of the control environment.
Build and maintain key relationships with stakeholders, establishing a culture of engagement while adding value by recommending best practice solutions to issues while maintaining independence.
Stay up-to-date with evolving industry/regulatory changes impacting the Global Advisory businesses and participate in appropriate control fora.
Find ways to drive efficiency with existing technical infrastructure through automation while embracing the innovative opportunities offered by new technologies.
Interrogate and analyse large pools of data through advanced data analytics techniques to drive efficiencies in audit testing and deliver meaningful issues.
Proven ability to build strong partnerships with key stakeholders, desire to learn quickly, be flexible and think strategically
Proven ability to be able to multi-task and be able to change priorities
Works well individually and in teams, shares information, supports colleagues and encourages participation
Strong skills in time management, problem solving, written and oral communication
Enthusiastic, self-motivated, effective under pressure and willing to take accountability
Strong analytical skills particularly with regards to assessing the probability and impact of an internal control weakness
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex and sensitive issues to senior management in a persuasive manner
Be prepared to travel, as needed, to business locations
Minimum years of experience in Internal Audit in Investment Banking
Strong knowledge of M&A, ECM and DCM products, as well as experience auditing these products
Minimum of a bachelors degree or equivalent
Professional accountancy qualification and/or other professional certifications, such as CFIRS, CFA or ACAMS desirable
Knowledge of Investment Banking applicable laws and regulatory requirements (e.g. SMCR, MAR, MIFID)
French speaker desirable but not essential
Our goal is to have a balanced, inclusive and flexible environment which enables all colleagues to achieve their personal and professional aspirations, and to ensure that Rothschild & Co provides longer term opportunities for talent.