About the Client:
Our client is a reputable private bank. Due to regional expansion, they are seeking a high-calibre Internal Auditor to join their Regional Audit team.
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in the annual risk assessment and audit planning process, identifying key risks and defining audit scope and objectives.
- Lead and execute end-to-end audit engagements across regional businesses, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality audit reports.
- Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of governance, risk management frameworks, and internal control processes.
- Evaluate compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and industry best practices.
- Monitor and validate the implementation of audit recommendations and agreed management action plans.
- Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across business and support functions while maintaining audit independence.
- Provide practical, risk-based recommendations that enhance control effectiveness and support continuous improvement.
- Keep abreast of emerging regulatory developments, industry trends, and evolving risks affecting the private banking and wealth management industry.
- Contribute to regional audit initiatives, thematic reviews, and continuous improvement of audit methodologies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline.
- Professional qualification such as CIA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent preferred.
- 6 + years of Internal Audit, Risk Advisory or External Audit experience, ideally within Private Banking, Wealth Management or Financial Services. Strong Big 4 Financial Services Risk Advisory candidates (with Wealth / PB experience) are also encouraged to apply.
- Good understanding of private banking products, wealth management operations, investment services, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Experience auditing areas such as Front Office, Investment Advisory, Suitability, AML/KYC, Operational Risk, Credit, or Wealth Operations would be advantageous.
- Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior management.
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities independently.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
- Willingness to travel across the region as required.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit their resume to Tina Wang at [Confidential Information], quoting the job title and reference number. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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