Senior Internal Audit Data and AI Specialist

Ayvens; Paris; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ayvens, a Société Générale subsidiary, seeks a Senior Data and AI Specialist to design, develop and deliver data analytics, data science and AI solutions for Internal Audit. Based in Amsterdam, you will collaborate with teams across Ayvens and Société Générale, driving data access, capabilities and reusable tools.

You will lead data-driven audits, build pipelines, and promote governance, with travel up to 20% as needed and a focus on risk-based insights in a global, regulated environment.

Qualifications

• University degree in data science, computer science, AI, statistics, mathematics, econometrics or related field.
• Strong Python and SQL skills with data pipelines, APIs and code-quality practices.
• Experience translating business or audit questions into analytical insights.

Responsibilities

• Drive data and AI transformation of Ayvens Internal Audit with a measurable roadmap.
• Develop analytics solutions and reusable tools, and document APIs and data pipelines.
• Support audits by applying analytics, ML techniques and translating results into evidence-based findings.
• Build and govern code and documentation to high standards.
• Champion innovation and cross-team data initiatives across Ayvens Group.

Skills

Python

SQL

Data analytics

Data science

Machine learning

Data engineering

Power BI

Tableau

KNIME

Education

University degree in data science / CS

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

KNIME

Job description

At Ayvens, progress starts with you.

Our ambitions to shape the future of sustainable mobility are powered by our talent. Join us, and get better with every move.

At Ayvens, progress starts with you. Our ambitions to shape the future of sustainable mobility are powered by our talent. Join us, and get better with every move.

As Senior Data and Artificial Intelligence Specialist, you will design, develop and deliver advanced data analytics, data science and AI solutions for the IGAD – Ayvens Internal Audit team. Based in Amsterdam, you will be an integral member of the Digital, Transformation and Analytics audit team and will work closely with Data & AI Specialists and audit teams across Ayvens (Amsterdam, Paris and Bucharest) and Société Générale Group.

You will help accelerate the data and AI transformation of Internal Audit by improving data access, strengthening auditors’ data capabilities, embedding data and AI throughout the audit lifecycle, and developing reusable tools and methods. You will also contribute directly to selected IT, operational and data-centric audits, building a strong understanding of Ayvens’ processes, systems, data and risk environment.

The role reports hierarchically to the Director Audit (Digital, Transformation and Analytics) in Amsterdam and operates in close alignment with the IGAD data analytics roadmap.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Drive the data and AI transformation of Ayvens Internal Audit by implementing the data-driven audit strategy across data access, auditors’ capabilities, integration of data into the audit process, and data/AI tools, while maintaining a prioritized and measurable roadmap.
• Support data work for audit assignments: clarify audit questions, assess feasibility and expected value, identify and securely obtain reliable data, select and apply appropriate analytics, statistical or machine-learning techniques, and translate results into evidence-based findings, and reusable deliverables.
• Design, develop, and execute data analytics initiatives specifically for Ayvens Group’s third line of defence (internal controls and risk management).
• Develop, test and document reusable solutions, including analytics, automations, queries, data-processing pipelines and API integrations, and support their industrialization.
• Maintain robust tools and governance by managing source code and technical documentation in line with code-quality standards.
• Promote innovation and continuous improvement through technology watch, research and automation initiatives that improve audit effectiveness, efficiency and technical capabilities of Internal Audit.
• Build data and AI capabilities across the team by facilitating the Ayvens data-champions community, training and coaching auditors, supporting practical cases, and leading or contributing to data bootcamps for upcoming assignments.
• Represent Ayvens Internal Audit and contribute to the wider data & AI community, sharing experience, developing common tools and position papers, supporting training, and promoting reuse and joint initiatives across the Ayvens Group.

To succeed in this role, you have the following skills and experience:

You combine strong data and AI expertise with hands-on development experience, an interest in audit and risk, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic international environment.

Professional experience

• At least three years of relevant experience in data analytics, data science, machine learning or data engineering, preferably in financial services, risk management, internal audit or another regulated environment;
• Hands-on development experience designing, building, testing and documenting data or AI solutions, using Python and SQL and working with data-processing pipelines, APIs, source control and code-quality practices;
• Experience translating business, risk or audit questions into reliable analytical approaches and clear, evidence-based insights;
• Experience in internal or external audit is an advantage rather than a prerequisite. A good understanding of risk-based auditing and the end-to-end audit process would be valued;
• Functional knowledge of financial services is an advantage, while knowledge of vehicle leasing and mobility services would be beneficial.

Education, technical expertise and personal capabilities

• University degree in data science, computer science, artificial intelligence, statistics, mathematics, econometrics, management information systems or a related field;
• Advanced proficiency in Python and SQL, strong data science skills and a good understanding of data engineering, together with experience using visualization and analytics tools such as Power BI, Tableau or KNIME;
• Knowledge of AI architectures, including large language models, retrieval-augmented generation and AI agents;
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to assess data quality, select appropriate techniques and communicate limitations clearly;
• A self-starter and fast learner who can work autonomously, collaborate effectively and share knowledge with the wider team;
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex data and AI topics to technical and non‑technical audiences; fluent English, both written and spoken;
• High standards of integrity, discretion and reliability, with the ability to handle confidential information appropriately;
• Willingness to travel internationally to Ayvens entities, in principle up to 20% depending on the audit plan.

Why Ayvens?

Ayvens, a subsidiary of Société Générale, is a global sustainable‑mobility player. Our services help clients focus on their core activities by entrusting the financing, management and maintenance of their vehicle fleets and mobility solutions to a trusted partner.

You will join an international Internal Audit function with ambitious plans to expand data‑driven and AI‑enabled auditing. The role offers the opportunity to influence our data and AI roadmap, work on high‑impact audits, collaborate with data experts across Ayvens & Société Générale, and contribute to responsible innovation in a regulated environment.

Why Ayvens?

With over 3.1 million vehicles managed across more than 40 countries, we provide full‑service leasing, flexible subscription services, fleet management services and multi‑mobility solutions to customers of all sizes, including large corporates, SMEs, professionals, and private individuals. By leveraging our unique position to lead the way to net zero and further shape the digital transformation of the industry, we are well‑positioned to meet the evolving mobility needs of our clients and provide them with the solutions they need to thrive.

At Ayvens, we believe that our success is driven by our commitment to customer satisfaction. Our team is dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and technology‑enabled services that help our customers focus on their everyday business. We’re committed to sustainable mobility and have made it a core part of our strategy. In everything we do, we’re guided by the principles of authenticity, curiosity, commitment and collaboration. We aim to foster an organisation that's diverse in people and ideas, where everyone can thrive and be themselves, no matter who they are.

Join us on this exciting journey as we continue to enable the transformation towards large scale adoption of sustainable mobility and provide our customers with the solutions they need to succeed. Follow our page for the latest updates, news, and insights.