Quality Assurance, Corporate Audit, Vice President,

State Street Corporation; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 254,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Birthday holidays

Gold Medical Package

Private pension plan

Well-being programs

Job summary

State Street Corporation in Kraków is seeking a Vice President, Quality Assurance, Corporate Audit, to lead QA activities and strengthen audit quality across the organization. You will manage QAIP, align with IIA standards, and drive continuous improvement while engaging with senior stakeholders.

The role requires deep audit expertise, regulatory awareness including ECB expectations, and a track record of implementing QA enhancements in a global financial services environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Internal Audit, Audit Quality Assurance, Risk Management, or related field.
• Experience in a global financial services organization and ECB regulatory familiarity.
• Strong understanding of IIA Global Internal Audit Standards and QA frameworks.
• Ability to design and deliver QA reviews, analytics, and training.

Responsibilities

• Execute QA reviews of Internal Audit engagements evaluating planning, execution, reporting, and adherence to methodology.
• Assess the quality and sufficiency of workpapers, conclusions, and evidence.
• Ensure compliance with IIA standards, corporate methodology, and regulatory expectations.
• Lead thematic and horizontal reviews to identify trends and best practices.
• Support QAIP enhancements and regulatory self-assessments.
• Provide governance reporting to local entities and challenge senior stakeholders on quality matters.
• Develop training and guidance based on review results and industry best practices.

Skills

Quality assurance

Internal audit methodology

Regulatory compliance

Data analytics

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree or equivalent

CIA/CPA/CISA/ACCA/CFA

Job description

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking a Vice President, Quality Assurance, Corporate Audit, responsible for assessing and enhancing the effectiveness, consistency, and compliance of Internal Audit activities across the State Street Bank International GmbH (SSBI) Corporate Audit function. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing, promoting, and maintaining the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP), ensuring alignment with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Global Internal Audit Standards, regulatory expectations, and industry best practices. This role requires an experienced audit professional with strong expertise in Internal Audit Quality Assurance, audit methodology, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. Experience working within a global financial services organization and familiarity with European regulatory expectations, including those issued by the European Central Bank (ECB), is highly desirable. The position is based in Krakow, Poland and can be performed in a hybrid model, with three days per week expected in the office.

Why This Role Is Important to Us

The Quality Assurance team plays a critical role in helping Corporate Audit maintain a strong, consistent, and effective audit function. Through independent assessment and challenge, the team provides assurance that audit activities are executed in accordance with professional standards, internal methodology, and regulatory expectations. In this role, you will contribute to continuous improvement efforts, strengthen audit quality, and support Corporate Audit's commitment to delivering risk-focused, high-quality assurance across the organization.

What You Will Be Responsible For As Vice President, Quality Assurance, Corporate Audit, you will:

• Execute Quality Assurance reviews of Internal Audit engagements to assess audit planning, execution, reporting, and adherence to audit methodology and professional standards.
• Evaluate the quality, sufficiency, and consistency of audit workpapers, conclusions, and supporting evidence.
• Assess compliance with the IIA Global Internal Audit Standards, Corporate Audit methodology, and applicable regulatory expectations.
• Perform quality assurance reviews of regulatory issue validation activities conducted by audit teams.
• Lead thematic, targeted, and horizontal reviews to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and emerging best practices.
• Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP).
• Support regulatory self‑assessments and internal quality evaluations.
• Monitor developments in audit practices, professional standards, and relevant regulatory guidance, including ECB expectations and other applicable supervisory frameworks.
• Develop training, guidance, and awareness initiatives based on quality review results and industry best practices.
• Provide insight and challenge to audit teams and senior stakeholders on audit quality and methodology matters.
• Provide governance reporting to local legal entities with regard to QA related matters.
• Partner with stakeholders to promote continuous improvement and strengthen audit effectiveness across the department.
• Support quality reporting, metrics, and analysis to measure Corporate Audit performance and identify trends.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives, methodology enhancements, and transformation programs across Corporate Audit.
• Provide leadership and coaching to team members while fostering a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

What We Value

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Deep understanding of Internal Audit methodology, quality assurance practices, and professional standards.
• Ability to independently manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Strong judgment and willingness to provide effective challenge to senior stakeholders.
• Ability to influence positive change and drive continuous improvement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including experience presenting to senior management.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship‑building capabilities within a global environment.
• Experience interpreting and applying regulatory expectations and supervisory guidance, particularly within the financial services industry.
• Knowledge of audit practices, risk management, governance, internal controls, regulatory compliance, and operational processes.
• Experience leveraging data analytics, automation, and technology‑enabled audit approaches is preferred.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree or equivalent qualification preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in Internal Audit, Audit Quality Assurance, Risk Management, Compliance, Regulatory Oversight, or a related function within a complex financial services organization.
• Experience within a global systemically important financial institution (G‑SIB) or other large, regulated financial services organization is preferred.
• Relevant professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, CISA, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of IIA Global Internal Audit Standards and audit quality frameworks.
• Experience performing audit quality reviews, methodology assessments, thematic reviews, or regulatory self‑assessments.
• Knowledge of European regulatory expectations, including ECB supervisory guidance, is desirable.
• Experience with data analytics, audit technology, automation, or emerging audit practices is highly valued.

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary: zł282 000 Annual The minimum salary quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate ultimately works outside of this primary location, the applicable minimum salary may differ. Salary will be determined based on factors such as the position, type of work performed, individual skills, job description, working hours, diligence, initiative, self‑management, length of employment, availability, and the quantity and quality of work delivered, as well as other objective and non‑discriminatory criteria relevant to State Street employees. In addition to salary, employees are eligible to be considered for discretionary annual performance‑based awards.

We Offer

• Permanent contract from day one
• Additional holidays (Birthday Day Off, 3rd and 5th year anniversary Day Off)
• Gold Medical Package for employees and their families (partner and children)
• Premium life insurance package and private pension plan
• Wide range of soft skills training, technical workshops, language classes and development programs
• Opportunities to volunteer your time to company‑driven initiatives, employee networks or organizations of your choice
• Variety of well‑being programs
• Additional benefits available depending on the seniority of the role

About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work‑life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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