Descripción
**Description of the company** Our client is a well\-established international financial services organisation operating in a highly regulated environment. The company is recognised for its robust governance framework, strong risk culture and long\-term stability. With an international footprint, it values independent thinking, professionalism and constructive dialogue across all management levels. **Role \& Responsibilities** **Role Overview** In the role of Lead Internal Auditor, you will independently plan and execute audits across a broad spectrum of risk areas, including financial crime, business conduct and emerging regulatory topics. You will manage audits end\-to\-end, from scoping through reporting, and act as a trusted sparring partner for senior management. In addition, you will assume responsibility for selected international locations, contributing to proactive risk identification and effective mitigation in a dynamic regulatory environment. **Key Responsibilities** * Plan, execute and conclude end\-to\-end audits independently, ensuring clear communication and timely delivery * Prepare concise, high\-quality audit reports with actionable recommendations * Act as a sparring partner to management and support constructive risk discussions * Monitor the implementation of agreed audit measures and follow up on remediation actions * Prepare briefing materials and statements for senior decision\-makers and governing bodies * Take ownership for designated international locations, including annual risk assessments and activity planning * Contribute to special investigations, audit projects and act as subject\-matter expert in relevant risk areas **Candidate Profile** **Your Profile** You hold a completed banking education, higher business degree (university or university of applied sciences) or an equivalent professional qualification, ideally complemented by recognised certifications such as CIA, CFA or similar. You bring several years of current, hands\-on ex