Senior Internal Auditor

Athora Belgium; Brussel Hoofdstad; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Development via Athora Academy

Central Brussels location

Flexible work options

Job summary

Athora Group in Belgium seeks an experienced Senior Internal Auditor to strengthen our IA function. You lead audits, shape the annual plan and develop risk-based approaches across multiple teams, reporting to Senior IA leadership and engaging with senior management.

The role requires 6–8 years in internal/external audit, fluency in French and English (Dutch preferred), and CRMA/CISA/CIA designation. We offer a permanent contract, development via the Athora Academy, and a central Brussels

Qualifications

• CRMA/CISA/CIA designation (or equivalent) preferred.
• Substantial internal and/or external audit experience required [typically 6-8 years, ideally including 'big-four'].
• Knowledge of insurance/reinsurance industries, including corporate investment and corporate finance areas.
• Knowledge of Solvency II and general understanding of statutory reporting requirements.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing people and projects.
• Proven track record within internal/external audit environment evidencing strong performance in conducting high quality audit work, findings and reports.
• Experience with effective interaction with members of senior management.
• Familiar with risk-based and business process focused audit approach.
• Strong computer skills with experience in system-based audits would be an advantage.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in French, English and ideally Dutch.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates insight in the development and delivery of the IA Plan
• Develops risk and audit needs assessments underpinning the Annual IA Plan
• Supports development of the risk-based annual IA Plan
• Supports the timely delivery of the annual IA Plan and Excecute the audit plan
• Supports the delivery of the comprehensive risk-based IA Plans and leads audits within their remit
• Undertakes IA activities in line with Athora IA Policies and procedures, and quality standards
• Maintain strong knowledge of Athora, the Athora Strategy, its operations and the key current and emerging risks to inform audit planning
• Consistently demonstrates, drives and delivers quality deliverables and timeliness in all activities
• Succeeds in “getting it right first time”
• Accountable for quality and internal firm requirements, and Athora IA methodology compliance on all assignments
• Effectively leads delivery teams by monitoring audit progress and outcomes, balancing stakeholder needs and team member development
• Supports the preparation of internal audit reports and audit committee reporting
• Develops robust relationships with stakeholders (including Senior Management)
• Builds and maintains deep relationships with peers and stakeholders across functions
• Demonstrates and drives continued learning
• Assists in the development or enhancement of Athora IA audit methodologies and tools and seeks opportunities to enhance the effectiveness of the IA function
• Supports the GCIA/local HIA and Senior IA Director in ad hoc strategic and operational IA function activities, as required
• Seeks opportunities for development and increased responsibilities

Skills

CRMA/CISA/CIA designation

Audit experience

Insurance knowledge

Solvency II knowledge

Leadership in audits

Communication with senior management

Risk-based audits

System-based audits

Languages: French & English & Dutch

Job description

Your responsibilities

• Demonstrates insight in the development and delivery of the IA Plan
• Develops risk and audit needs assessments underpinning the Annual IA Plan
• Supports development of the risk-based annual IA Plan
• Supports the timely delivery of the annual IA Plan and Excecute the audit plan
• Supports the delivery of the comprehensive risk-based IA Plans and leads audits within their remit
• Undertakes IA activities in line with Athora IA Policies and procedures, and quality standards
• Maintain strong knowledge of Athora, the Athora Strategy, its operations and the key current and emerging risks to inform audit planning
• Consistently demonstrates, drives and delivers quality deliverables and timeliness in all activities
• Succeeds in “getting it right first time”
• Accountable for quality and internal firm requirements, and Athora IA methodology compliance on all assignments
• Effectively leads delivery teams by monitoring audit progress and outcomes, balancing stakeholder needs and team member development
• Supports the preparation of internal audit reports and audit committee reporting
• Develops robust relationships with stakeholders (including Senior Management)
• Builds and maintains deep relationships with peers and stakeholders across functions
• Demonstrates and drives continued learning
• Assists in the development or enhancement of Athora IA audit methodologies and tools and seeks opportunities to enhance the effectiveness of the IA function
• Supports the GCIA/local HIA and Senior IA Director in ad hoc strategic and operational IA function activities, as required
• Seeks opportunities for development and increased responsibilities

Your profile

• Highly motivated self-starter with entrepreneurial spirit and an ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, meet strict deadlines and to manage conflicting interests.
• Proven track record as a top performer, with proficiency working across multiple teams and functions to ensure clarity of requirement and delivery.
• Be proactive, have an enthusiastic attitude to work and be committed to continuous process improvement.
• Strong communications along with exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and communicate with different cultures and levels within the organisation.
• Given the nature of this role and the evolving state of the newly established Athora Group, this individual will need to be comfortable and thrive in an environment of change and, at times, uncertainty.
• Flexible approach to work and people.

Functional or Technical Knowledge and Skill Required

• CRMA/CISA/CIA designation (or equivalent) preferred.
• Substantial internal and/or external audit experience required [typically 6-8 years, ideally including 'big-four'].
• Knowledge of insurance/reinsurance industries, including corporate investment and corporate finance areas.
• Knowledge of Solvency II and general understanding of statutory reporting requirements.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing people and projects.
• Proven track record within internal/external audit environment evidencing strong performance in conducting high quality audit work, findings and reports.
• Experience with effective interaction with members of senior management.
• Familiar with risk-based and business process focused audit approach.
• Strong computer skills with experience in system-based audits would be an advantage.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in French, English and ideally Dutch.

Good reasons to join us

• A permanent employment contract.
• A company on a human scale within a dynamic group where you can rapidly have an impact.
• Accessible management close to staff and a pleasant working environment.
• Many opportunities for development, thanks in particular to our Athora Academy.
• Balance between professional life and private life with generous holidays (at least 39 days a year), flexible working hours and up to 3 days’ teleworking a week.
• An attractive salary package plus various fringe benefits.
• Modern, bright offices conducive to collaboration.
• A central location in the Porte de Namur district, accessible by train and public transport and with parking facilities available if needed.
• Last but not least… a sunny terrace, afterworks between colleagues, teambuildings, an annual staff day and many other events to discover.

If you are looking for a friendly organisation with a human face and attach value to cooperation and helping one another, you have come to the right address.

Athora is a leading provider of guaranteed products in the European savings and retirement services market. We operate through primary insurance businesses in the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany and Italy, and reinsurance operations in Bermuda and Ireland. At end of 2024, we had €76 billion of Assets under Management and Administration (AuMA), approximately 2.8 million customers, and c.1,500 employees across Belgium, Bermuda, Germany, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands and the UK.

We welcome applicants who are guided by our shared values; Dare to be Different, Seek Simplicity, Care and Do the Right Thing and in return we offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment.