Banking Audit Lead

SwissPeak Partners GmbH; Basel; On-site; CHF 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International exposure

Ownership of audits

Continuous learning

Job summary

SwissPeak Partners GmbH seeks an experienced Lead Auditor to join its international financial services environment. You will lead audit engagements, evaluate internal controls and governance across banking functions, and provide independent insights to senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities include risk assessment, planning, fieldwork and reporting; develop audit plans for international units, track remediation, and act as SME on selected topics.

Qualifications

• Completed banking apprenticeship or degree in business administration, finance, economics, or related field.
• At least five years in banking audit leading engagements.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements from initial risk assessment and planning through fieldwork, evaluation and final reporting.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

English reporting

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Banking apprenticeship

Banking qualification

Business/Finance/Economics degree

Tools

Avaloq

Job description

We are currently looking for an experienced Lead Auditor to join an international financial services environment. In this role, you will take responsibility for complex audit engagements, evaluate key business risks and contribute to strengthening governance, risk management and internal controls across a diverse banking landscape.

You will work closely with senior stakeholders, provide independent insights and help ensure that business activities remain aligned with regulatory requirements and internal standards. With exposure to a broad range of risk areas and international operations, this position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while expanding your expertise in banking and financial services.

Responsibilities & Tasks

• Lead audit engagements from initial risk assessment and planning through fieldwork, evaluation and final reporting.
• Assess the effectiveness of internal controls, governance structures and risk management processes across different banking functions.
• Prepare clear, well structured audit reports and present findings, recommendations and key risk observations to relevant stakeholders.
• Engage with senior management as a trusted advisor, challenging existing practices constructively and supporting sustainable improvements.
• Track the implementation of agreed remediation measures and assess whether identified weaknesses have been addressed effectively.
• Develop risk assessments and audit plans for assigned international business units, acting as the primary audit contact and coordinating relevant activities.
• Prepare executive level briefings and decision papers for senior leadership, board representatives and other key governance bodies.
• Contribute to special reviews, investigations and cross functional projects, including assignments involving emerging risks and changing regulatory expectations.
• Act as a subject matter expert in selected areas, sharing knowledge and supporting the continuous development of audit methodologies and practices.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Completed banking apprenticeship, professional banking qualification or degree in business administration, finance, economics or a comparable field.
• At least five years of relevant experience in banking audit, either within internal audit or an external audit environment, including responsibility for leading audit engagements.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, CFA or an equivalent qualification are desirable. A certified public accountant qualification would be an additional advantage.
• Strong understanding of banking operations, risk management, internal controls and relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex situations, identify key risks and establish clear priorities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple assignments independently, meet deadlines and deliver high quality results.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly the ability to communicate complex findings clearly and prepare compelling reports in English.
• Confident stakeholder management skills, with the ability to challenge constructively and build effective working relationships across different levels of an organisation.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills. Experience with banking platforms such as Avaloq is an advantage.
• High level of integrity, accountability and professional judgement, combined with a proactive, hands on approach.
• Willingness to travel internationally for approximately 30 days per year.
• Fluency in English is essential. German, French or Spanish language skills are an advantage.

Benefits & Culture

• Work across different business areas and international operations within a sophisticated financial services environment.
• Broaden your expertise through challenging assignments, continuous learning and exposure to emerging risk topics.
• Take ownership of audit engagements and contribute directly to stronger governance, effective controls and informed business decisions.
• Work closely with experienced professionals and senior stakeholders in a culture that values knowledge sharing, constructive challenge and mutual respect.
• Benefit from the freedom to organise your work independently while taking responsibility for the quality and impact of your results.
• Develop your professional capabilities and build a career in an environment that values initiative, integrity and continuous improvement.