Internal Audit Manager — Union Bancaire Privée
- Location
- Genève
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 4 days ago
Role overview
Mission
Reporting to the Group Head of Internal Audit, the Internal Audit Manager contributes to the delivery of a risk-based, independent, and value-adding internal audit function.
- Mission
- Reporting to the Group Head of Internal Audit, the Internal Audit Manager contributes to the delivery of a risk-based, independent, and value-adding internal audit function.
- Main responsibilities
- Contribute to the development and execution of the risk-based audit plan, including risk assessments, scoping, and definition of engagement objectives.
- At least 7 years of relevant internal or external audit experience, including experience leading engagements.
- Experience gained in an auditing firm, bank, asset management company or another regulated financial-services environment; knowledge of Swiss financial-services regulation is an advantage.
Main responsibilities
- Main responsibilities
- Contribute to the development and execution of the risk-based audit plan, including risk assessments, scoping, and definition of engagement objectives.
- Lead audit engagements, or manage assigned workstreams, from planning through fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up, in line with the Internal Audit methodology and applicable professional standards.
- Design and perform audit procedures, including interviews, walkthroughs, data analysis and control testing, to assess the design and operating effectiveness of controls.
- Evaluate governance arrangements, risk management processes, policies, procedures and internal controls across relevant business and support functions.
- Identify root causes, assess the impact and significance of issues, and formulate clear, practical, and risk-focused recommendations.
- Prepare high-quality working papers that clearly document the audit approach, evidence obtained, analysis performed, and conclusions reached.
- Draft audit findings and reports, discuss observations with management, and support the timely finalization and communication of results.
- Monitor and perform follow-up of agreed actions, validate remediation evidence and report overdue or insufficiently addressed issues.
- Build effective relationships with stakeholders while maintaining independence, professional skepticism, and confidentiality.
Key requirements
- At least 7 years of relevant internal or external audit experience, including experience leading engagements.
- Experience gained in an auditing firm, bank, asset management company or another regulated financial-services environment; knowledge of Swiss financial-services regulation is an advantage.
- Master’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, business administration, risk management or another relevant discipline.
- Relevant professional certification, such as CIA, CPA, CISA, CFE, CAMS or equivalent, is an advantage.
- Integrity, independence, intellectual curiosity, and a constructive, solutions-oriented mindset.
- Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to analyze complex information and data, identify root causes and draw well-supported conclusions.
Application process
- Strong understanding of internal audit principles, risk management, governance, and internal control frameworks, with the ability to apply professional judgement in complex situations.
Company and context
- The role leads or supports recurring audit engagements and special assignments, assesses the effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal controls, and provides practical recommendations to strengthen the organization.
- Excellent organization and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work within agreed deadlines.
- High attention to detail and a disciplined approach to documentation and evidence.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present clear messages to senior stakeholders.
- Collaborative and team-oriented, with the interpersonal skills required to work effectively across functions, cultures, and levels of seniority.
- Fluent in French and English, both written and spoken; additional languages are an advantage. Others
- Swiss residence is required.
- Business travel may be required, expected to be up to 20%.
- Core Competencies : Adherence to the company’s values: Dedication, Conviction, Agility and Responsibility
- Compliance with regulations and internal directives
Additional details
- Fluent in French and English, both written and spoken; additional languages are an advantage.
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Questions about this listing
What salary does Union Bancaire Privée offer for this role?
Union Bancaire Privée lists CHF 83'500 - 126'500 gross per year for this position in Genève. 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 Union Bancaire Privée offer?
This listing is a full-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 Union Bancaire Privée during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Geneva?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Geneva can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Geneva's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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