Internal Audit Specialist: Risk & Controls (Global)

State Street; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

State Street in the United Kingdom is seeking an Internal Audit Associate to support engagements focused on assessing business risks and applicable controls across our UK operations and global footprint.

You will contribute to audit fieldwork, evaluate internal controls, and provide insights that strengthen the organisation’s risk management and control environment. This role offers growth alongside senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Strong analytical thinking and organisational skills.
• Good communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks.
• Willingness to learn and develop audit skills quickly
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage with stakeholders across the business
• Interest in financial services and internal audit

Responsibilities

• Perform audit fieldwork, including testing and evaluating internal controls
• Analyse risks and apply audit methodologies to assess control effectiveness
• Prepare audit documentation, including workpapers and supporting evidence
• Draft audit findings and contribute to clear, actionable recommendations
• Communicate progress and key insights through reports and stakeholder meetings
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, audit standards, and regulatory requirements
• Stay up to date with industry developments and regulatory changes
• Take on increasing responsibility and contribute to audit decisions over time

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Learning agility

Interpersonal skills

Interest in financial services

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field

Job description

State Street in the United Kingdom is seeking an Internal Audit Associate to support engagements focused on assessing business risks and applicable controls across our UK operations and global footprint.

You will contribute to audit fieldwork, evaluate internal controls, and provide insights that strengthen the organisation’s risk management and control environment. This role offers growth alongside senior stakeholders.