Head of Internal Audit (m/f/d)

HAGER Executive Consulting GmbH; Frankfurt; Presencial; EUR 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Unknown Bank invites applications for a Head of Internal Audit to lead and evolve an independent, risk-based audit function in a major German banking context. You will shape strategy, manage a skilled audit team and ensure robust governance across credit, liquidity, IT and compliance domains.

The role reports to the Management Board and Supervisory Board, offering significant influence over the audit universe and ongoing regulatory alignment in a lean, professional environment.

Formación

• Degree in business, law or a comparable discipline, or an equivalent banking qualification.
• Several years of experience in internal or external audit, banking supervision, risk management or compliance within the financial sector.
• Proven leadership experience leading audit teams and engagements.
• In-depth knowledge of banking products, internal control systems and regulatory requirements (MaRisk, DORA) with hands-on experience across the full audit cycle.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and develop the Internal Audit team, including resource planning, staff development and performance management.
• Develop and deliver the risk-based annual and multi-year audit plan.
• Conduct and oversee audits across credit, liquidity, operational and IT risks, financial reporting, AML/compliance, outsourcing and information security; track remediation.
• Report material findings and remediation status to Management Board and Supervisory Board, safeguarding independence and objectivity.
• Develop audit methodology, documentation standards and quality assurance in line with regulatory requirements and professional standards.
• Steer external audit providers and work with other control functions, external auditors and supervisory authorities.

Conocimientos

Leadership experience

German language

English language

Integrity and discretion

Educación

Business/Law or banking qualification

Descripción del empleo

Client

For a well-established banking institution in the Rhine-Main region, we are seeking an experienced Head of Internal Audit to lead and further develop an independent, risk-based audit function.

Your responsibilties

• Lead and develop the Internal Audit team, including resource planning, staff development and performance management
• Develop and deliver the risk-based annual and multi-year audit plan
• Conduct and oversee regular, ad-hoc and special audits across all relevant areas, including credit, liquidity, operational and IT risks, financial reporting, AML/compliance, outsourcing and information security, and track the implementation of agreed actions
• Report material findings, risks and remediation status directly to the Management Board and the Supervisory Board, safeguarding the independence and objectivity of the function
• Further develop audit methodology, documentation standards and quality assurance in line with regulatory requirements and professional standards
• Steer external audit providers and work closely with the other control functions, external auditors and supervisory authorities

Your profile

• Degree in business, law or a comparable discipline, or an equivalent banking qualification
• Several years of experience in internal or external audit, banking supervision, risk management or compliance within the financial sector
• Proven leadership experience, whether as a line manager or in leading audit teams and engagements
• In-depth knowledge of banking products, internal control systems and regulatory requirements (e.g. MaRisk, DORA), with hands-on experience across the full audit cycle
• A professional certification such as CIA is a plus
• Excellent German, particularly in written reporting; good English skills
• High integrity, discretion and the confidence to raise critical matters constructively with senior stakeholders

What this role offers

• A senior, independent role with direct access to the Management Board and Supervisory Board
• Broad responsibility across a varied banking environment and genuine scope to shape the function
• A lean, professional organisation with short decision-making paths

Contact

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