Sr. Audit Manager — Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino)
- Location
- Lugano
- Contract
- part-time
- Posted
- 9 days ago
Role overview
Zurich North America is seeking a Senior Audit Manager to join our Group Audit team in our North American headquarters in Schaumburg, Illinois.
Group Audit (GA) is an international team of 250 colleagues from 33 different nationalities, working as one function.
We work with a common purpose: to keep Zurich safe.
- Zurich North America is seeking a Senior Audit Manager to join our Group Audit team in our North American headquarters in Schaumburg, Illinois.
- Group Audit (GA) is an international team of 250 colleagues from 33 different nationalities, working as one function.
- As a Senior Audit Manager your main responsibilities will be of a global nature and involve:
- Work with Functional and Regional Audit Executives, as well as country / legal entity heads of audit, to perform risk assessments and develop and shape the audit plan in line with key risks and trends, ensuring appropriate coverage across the group.
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 12 or more years of experience in the Audit or Finance area OR
- Together, we look to bring our skills, capabilities, and unique strengths to provide real insights to our stakeholders.
Main responsibilities
- As a Senior Audit Manager your main responsibilities will be of a global nature and involve:
- Work with Functional and Regional Audit Executives, as well as country / legal entity heads of audit, to perform risk assessments and develop and shape the audit plan in line with key risks and trends, ensuring appropriate coverage across the group.
- Oversee and manage a diverse portfolio of risk-based audits (local, ‘connected’ and global thematic reviews) in line with quality, time and budget requirements.
- Ensure appropriate resourcing and technical expertise for delivery of assigned portfolio.
- Provide subject matter expertise and insight across audit processes, including scoping, audit reports and critical stakeholder meetings.
- Oversee relevant tracking and closure of agreed actions.
- Support the continuous evolution of audit capabilities in Group Audit and drive the development of the wider team through upskilling initiatives and technical knowledge sharing sessions.
- Identify trends and themes patterns in results and support influencing key stakeholders in broader actions as well as reporting themes to Group and local executives and Audit Committees.
- Provide technical input into control environment reporting.
- Build technical / commercial knowledge and industry awareness across a range of areas by accessing diverse resources and interacting with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.
Key requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 12 or more years of experience in the Audit or Finance area OR
- Together, we look to bring our skills, capabilities, and unique strengths to provide real insights to our stakeholders.
- Experience in third-party, outsourcing and project management auditing.
- Experience in the Finance Industry, specifically Insurance is an advantage.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience within complex, global organizations and virtual teams, as well outsourced services.
- International work experience.
Application process
- We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education.
- What can go right when you apply at Zurich?
Company and context
- Experience within complex, global organizations and virtual teams, as well outsourced services.
- Ability to influence teams and senior management executives.
- Collaborative, customer focused, flexible, persistent, and results-oriented mindset.
- International work experience.
- At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience.
- In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role.
- For more information about our Total Rewards, please click here .
- Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases.
- The proposed salary range for this position is $124,500.00 - $203,700.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%.
- As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S.
Additional details
- Oversee the performance of team members assigned (career management responsibilities) and take necessary actions to support their development. Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree and 10 or more years of experience in the Audit or Finance area
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 12 or more years of experience in the Audit or Finance area
- Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate’s Degree and 10 or more years of experience in the Audit or Finance area A future with Zurich.
- If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission. Remote Working: Hybrid Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
- Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-MM1 #LI-DIRECTOR Nearest Major Market: Chicago
Notes and original content
- Oversee the performance of team members assigned (career management responsibilities) and take necessary actions to support their development.
- Basic Qualifications:
- Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate’s Degree and 10 or more years of experience in the Audit or Finance area
- A future with Zurich.
- If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.
- Location(s): AM
- Schaumburg
- Remote Working: Hybrid
- Schedule: Full Time
- Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
Questions about this listing
What salary does Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) offer for this role?
Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) lists CHF 142'000 - 249'500 gross per year for this position in Lugano. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) offer?
This listing is a part-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need the G permit to apply for this role in Ticino as an Italian cross-border worker?
Yes, if you are resident in Italy within the 20 km border zone. The Swiss employer files the G-permit application at the Ticino cantonal migration office after the contract is signed — first issuance takes 2-6 weeks, then automatic yearly renewal for as long as the employment continues. Weekly return to your Italian home is required to keep the status. Note: this listing allows remote work — teleworking above 25 % of your time can shift your social-security base to Italy, so confirm the agreed remote share with HR before signing.
How do I apply for this position at Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino)?
Use the "Apply now" button on this page — it links directly to Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino)'s original listing at careers.zurich.com, so your application goes straight to the employer's own applicant-tracking system. Frontaliere Ticino does not collect or forward applications itself.
