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As a distinguished banking and financial services institution, our Client provides customized investment advisory and asset management solutions for both private and institutional clients. Their long-established success is built on the dedication and expertise of their team members, and they offer a human-sized, dynamic, innovative place to work with likeminded professionals, as well as a collaborative team spirit. With a legacy spanning over 150 years and a presence in multiple global locations, they offer the chance to contribute to a thriving and forward-thinking organization. A bank that Finders works with regularly, as a trusted partner, thus able to explain the culture to any prospective applicant.

Position:

The Lead Auditor will play a key role in assessing private banking operations across Switzerland and international locations (around 20% travel expected). This position offers the opportunity to lead end-to-end audits, provide strategic insights to senior management, and contribute to the continuous improvement of risk management and compliance frameworks. The chance to be part of a close-knit, busy and dynamic team of human size, where you will need to take initiative and roll up sleeves.

Key responsibilities to include, but not limited to:

• Leading audits with a structured, results-oriented approach, ensuring thorough planning, execution, and timely reporting.
• Preparing clear, impactful reports and presenting key findings to senior leadership.
• Acting as a trusted advisor to management, offering insights on risk mitigation and regulatory compliance.
• Monitoring and ensuring the effective implementation of audit recommendations.
• Supporting internal audit leadership with detailed evaluations and decision-making materials.
• Participating in special investigations and high-impact projects.
• Serving as an expert in private banking regulations, including AML, cross-border compliance, and investment suitability.

Profile:

• Relevant higher/banking education, with a strong background in banking, finance, or auditing (CIA, CPA or similar preferred such as CFA); an auditor certification a plus.
• Minimum 5 years++ of experience as a lead auditor in banking; your relevant experience could also come from Big 4 audit or consulting (risk advisory, AML, regulatory etc)
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills, with a high sense of integrity and responsibility.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to prioritize and address complex issues effectively.
• Fluent in German and English; other languages a plus (e.g Spanish and/or French).
• Available to work full-time (no home office); happy to travel occasionally, around 25%.
• Eligible or already in possession of a Swiss passport or Swiss work permit and happy to be based in Basel.

Why apply?

This role is ideal for a proactive professional eager to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, international environment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing, Analyst, and Finance

• Industries

  Banking and Financial Services

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