Internal Auditor

Founded and headquartered in Switzerland, Avaloq is continuously expanding its global footprint with around 2,500 colleagues in 12 countries, and more than 170 clients in 35 countries. We are an industry-leading provider of wealth management technology and services for financial institutions around the world, including private banks and wealth managers, investment managers, as well as retail and neo banks. Our research led approach and continual innovation is powered by the passion and creativity of our colleagues.

We are always looking for talented people to join us on our mission to orchestrate the financial ecosystem and democratize access to wealth management. Avaloq offers the opportunity to work closely with some of the world’s leading financial institutions as we jointly develop and shape careers. Championing a collaborative, supportive and flexible work environment empowers our colleagues to reach their full potential.

The Internal Audit department of Avaloq Sourcing (Europe) GmbH, based in Berlin/Germany, provides independent, objective audit and advisory services as part of a risk-focused audit planning process designed to add value, improve operations and achieve the Avaloq Group's objectives by developing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes.

Internal Audit Germany reports to German management and to Avaloq Group Internal Audit, both adhering to IIA Standards. 

To strengthen our team and to meet the increased requirements in terms of audit scope and coverage, we are looking for an experienced auditor, preferably with a business and financial IT focus and relevant certifications.

• Conducting IT- as well as other audit assignments alone or in a small team
• Presenting, reporting and following up of audit results to stakeholders in line with the best practices
• Providing risk-based and objective assurance, advice and insight to enhance and protect organizational value
• Acting as subject matter expert during business audit assignments

• University degree in computer science or IT; as an alternative Bachelor's or Master's degree in economics with specialization in finance, accounting or audit
• Qualification as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Information Systems Auditor is ideally desired/expected
• Further professional qualifications such as CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional, CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control) or similar are an advantage
• At least 5 years of auditing experience, ideally at one or more companies in the financial services or audit industry
• Knowledge of recognized audit and governance frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL, NIST, ISO, etc. as well as the Global International Audit Standards (IIA/DIIR)
• Experience in reviewing control activities, process, and policy documentation
• German and English fluent, additional languages are a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Solution-driven, goal-oriented working attitude with a high focus on quality and excellent analytical skills

We realize that managing work life balance is a challenge we all face in our daily lives and in order to support with this we are pleased to offer hybrid and flexible working for most of our Avaloqers to maintain work life balance and still continue our fantastic Avaloq culture in our global offices.

In Avaloq we are proud to embrace diversity and understand the success of our business is built on the power of different opinions, we are whole heartedly committed to fostering an equal opportunity environment and inclusive culture where you can be your true authentic self.

We hire, compensate and promote regardless of origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other fantastic traits that make us all unique, we have done our best to write this advert in an inclusive and neutral way.

Please be aware that we will not accept speculative CV submissions for any of our roles from recruitment agencies, and any unsolicited candidate submissions will be exempt from any payment expectations.