Audit Manager/Senior Manager

Saxo Group; Denmark; On-site; DKK 640,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Saxo Group in Copenhagen is seeking a seasoned professional to join the Group Internal Audit (GIA) team. You will perform risk-based audits across Saxo Bank and subsidiaries, reporting to the Board of Directors, helping ensure effective risk management and controls.

The role focuses on governance, regulatory adherence including anti money laundering and financial crime, with collaboration across units. The position is based in Copenhagen and offers a dynamic, ambitious, yet informal environment,

Qualifications

• 5+ years in audit or compliance function.
• Experience with UK Financial Regulation and/or AML/Financial Crime is a plus.
• Proficient in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Design risk-based audit programs for several areas of the organisation.
• Carry out audit work to evaluate governance, risk management and control processes.
• Develop recommendations to strengthen controls and address risks.
• Present audit findings and prepare written reports for stakeholders.
• Follow up on recommendations to ensure that risks identified are addressed.

Skills

Audit experience

Regulatory knowledge

English proficiency

Job description

Copenhagen, Denmark

About the job

We are looking for a colleague to join our Saxo Group Internal Audit (GIA) team. GIA is responsible for carrying out risk-based audits across Saxo Bank and its subsidiaries. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, GIA is the third line of defence and provides assurance on the effectiveness of risk management, processes and controls. We are looking for a new colleague to join our team to carry out audits relating to governance, adherence to regulatory requirements, including anti money laundering, business conduct and operations. The position is physically based out of Copenhagen and includes coverage of the Saxo Group. You will become part of a dynamic, ambitious and, at the same time, an informal and pleasant working environment.

Responsibilities

• Designing risk-based audit programs for several areas of the organisation.
• Carrying out audit work to evaluate the effectiveness of governance, risk management and control processes.
• Developing recommendations to strengthen controls and address risks.
• Presenting audit findings and preparing written reports for stakeholders.
• Following up on recommendations to ensure that risks identified are addressed.

To be successful in this role, we are looking for a colleague with the following competencies:

• You take pride in delivering high-quality work.
• You are able to analyse business processes to gain in-depth understanding and identify shortcomings.
• You have attention to detail, and you understand how to effectively communicate your findings to relevant stakeholders.

Your profile

As a person you are known for your professionalism, integrity and trustworthiness. You are collaborative by nature but, where necessary, you are willing to challenge the status quo in a constructive manner. While you are detail-oriented, you are able to see through complexity and summarise issues clearly and concisely. The ideal candidate has +5 years working experience from an audit or a compliance function. It is a plus if you have experience with UK Financial Regulation and/or Anti Money Laundering/Financial Crime. Furthermore, you are proficient in English, both verbally and written.

We get curious people invested in the world

When you work at Saxo, you become a Saxonian and part of a purpose-driven organisation, where good ideas are always taken seriously, and where you can make a true impact. We are invested in your development, and you can expect a robust career from day one when you join Saxo – no matter which role you take on. You will join 2,500 other ambitious colleagues across 11 countries and become part of an international organisation. Working in Saxo, you will get to meet colleagues from many different cultures and backgrounds, and you should know that we value diversity and inclusion and see it as a genuine source of strength to drive growth, foster innovation and position us for long-term success. We encourage an open feedback culture and supportive team environments enabling employees to grow and fulfil their career aspirations. When you bring passion, curiosity, drive and team spirit, your learning journey will be dynamic and your career opportunities in Saxo will be immense. At Saxo we don’t just offer a job – we offer an opportunity to invest in your future!

We look forward to getting to know you better!

About Saxo Bank

Support our purpose

We believe access to global capital markets is not only for the privileged few. Our vision is to enable people to fulfil their financial aspirations to make an impact. That’s why we use the power of technology to deliver clients what they need, when they need it in a user-friendly and personalised experience. We aim to deliver the world’s most user-friendly and personalized trading and investment platform experience, which gives our clients exactly what they need to make more informed investment decisions.

Be part of a unique journey

Do you want to work for an extremely ambitious organisation at the cutting edge of banking and technology? You’ll be joining a company that: Continuously strives to improve the Saxo Experience and exceed our clients’ expectations. Always invests in the future. Builds unrivalled platforms for seasoned and experienced investors and wholesale clients that provide real-time access to global capital markets. Consistently wins the highest accolades for our platforms, products and services.

Own your future

So, if you’re up for the challenge of breaking down barriers in global financial markets, we’re always looking for ambitious and enthusiastic people who share our passion for clients, technology and innovation and can bring new perspectives to our diverse team. For more on our story, culture and identity, please read the Saxo Bank Foundation, written by our CEO and founder Kim Fournais. More about Saxo Bank