Sr Auditor, UK

PayPal, Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global payment solutions provider is seeking a Senior Auditor to strengthen their control environment and drive internal audit activities. This role requires leading audit walkthroughs, testing and evaluating controls, and drafting reports. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree, substantial experience in audit, and a solid understanding of the UK regulatory framework. Join a pioneering company focused on innovation in commerce, where you can contribute significantly to audit strategy and deliver high-quality results.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience required.
• Experience in conducting end-to-end audits in an international environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audit activities across assigned areas.
• Draft audit issues and reports for management review.
• Track and validate closure of audit issues.
• Communicate audit findings clearly to stakeholders.
• Support the implementation of internal audit strategies and methodologies.

Skills

Internal audit activities

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Project management

AI tools utilization

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

AuditBoard

ServiceNow

Job description

Company

PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years, creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure.

Job Summary

As PayPal continues its mission to revolutionize commerce, we’re looking for a Senior Auditor to join our Internal Audit team. In this role, you’ll lead walkthroughs, test and evaluate controls, document audit work, contribute to drafting audit issues and reports, and collaborate with stakeholders to validate the closure of audit findings. You’ll play a key role in strengthening PayPal’s control environment by staying current on industry developments and delivering high‑quality work that supports our audit strategy.

Essential Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audit activities across assigned areas.
• Draft audit issues and reports for management review.
• Track and validate closure of audit issues.
• Communicate audit findings clearly to stakeholders.
• Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, business units, and support teams.
• Complete assigned work, including ad hoc projects, within deadlines.
• Document audit work concisely and in accordance with quality standards.
• Stay updated on industry changes and their impact on risk assessments.
• Support the implementation of internal audit strategies and methodologies.

Expected Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications

• Support managers in the execution of audit assignments in line with PayPal’s Internal Audit Methodology, internal policies and standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Execute audit tests autonomously and clearly document results to support audit conclusions.
• Assist in the documentation and evaluation of audit observations and findings and socialize with auditees.
• Lead walkthrough meetings with auditees to assess, evaluate, and document relevant processes, risks, and controls and document the outcome in process narratives.
• Assist in setting up and managing client status meetings, audit requests, internal decks and reports and other administrative tasks.
• Validate completion of remediation plans by management to address audit findings and regulatory issues.
• Utilize AI tools to increase effectiveness and efficiency of audit operations.
• Develop a strong understanding of PayPal’s business model, products, services, and organisational structure.

What You Need to Succeed

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience.
• A bachelor’s degree or relevant professional certifications.

What You Need to Exceed

• A key understanding of the IIA standards and professional practices.
• Experience in conducting end‑to‑end audits in a fast‑paced international environment.
• Strong understanding of the UK regulatory framework applicable to financial services/payments firms.
• Excellent time and project management skills, including scoping, planning, structured thinking, risk identification, and resolution.
• Strong ability to coordinate action and collaborate across a globally dispersed team.
• Excellent client relationship and communication skills.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to see the big picture, analyze risks, and make recommendations.
• A passion for understanding the online payments business and PayPal community.
• Highly organized with experience communicating strategic and tactical requirements.
• An insatiable curiosity to take internal audit to the next level.

Get Bonus Points With

• Experience using AI tools in internal audit activities.
• Experience with audit management and GRC tools such as AuditBoard or ServiceNow.
• Background in financial services, payments, or technology firms.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.