DETAILS:

• Role: Senior Internal Auditor

• Department: Internal Audit Department

• Duration: Permanent contract

• Start date: ASAP

• Location: Madrid (Spain)

KEPLER CHEUVREUX:

Kepler Cheuvreux is a leading independent European financial services company. The group leverages its research expertise in the following business lines: equities, debt and derivatives, investment solutions and corporate finance.

The mission of Kepler Cheuvreux's Internal Audit Department is to independently and objectively assess the level of risk, the effectiveness of internal processes, and the control system of the activities conducted by the company and its subsidiaries. Through its missions, this department ensures the "periodic" control of Kepler Cheuvreux. The auditor will be in charge of carrying out the missions provided for in the audit plan in collaboration with one or more auditors. 

The Group employs around 600 people and is present in 14 major financial centres in Europe, the US and the Middle East: Amsterdam, Brussels, Dubai (DIFC), Frankfurt, Geneva, London, Madrid, Milan, New York, Oslo, Paris, Stockholm, Vienna, and Zurich.

Kepler Cheuvreux / Key Figures:

• 1st independent European equity broker.
• 1st Equity Research coverage in Continental Europe.
• 1st Country Broker and Research (Extel 2024).
• 14 major financial centres in Europe, US and the Middle East.
• 600 employees.
• 1,300 institutional clients.

YOUR TASKS:

The Senior Internal Auditor will be responsible for:

• Identifying risks and inefficiencies through risk assessments,
• Collaborating with the audit team to design and formalize audit assignment working programs,
• Participating in the execution of internal audit assignments, including information analysis, documentation of findings, and audit report drafting,
• Assessing and enhancing the efficiency of internal controls,
• Communicating internal audit conclusions and promoting a culture of internal control within the Company,
• Performing recommendations follow-up to ensure their due implementation,
• Oversee and coordinate the activities of the audit team based in Madrid,
• Assisting the Head of Internal Audit in the Management of the department.

Daily interactions with other departments are a vital aspect of this role. The Kepler Cheuvreux group operates globally, requiring the candidate to work in an international context and demonstrate fluency in English.

YOUR PROFILE & SKILLS:

To be considered for this position, candidates should meet the following requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field,
• Minimum of 4 years experience in internal / external auditing in the finance industry,
• Knowledge of the financial regulatory environment and / or financial products (equities, fixed income, structured products, etc.),
• Strong knowledge of audit methodologies and best practices,
• Perfect knowledge of Microsoft Office,
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills,
• Strong professional auditing writing skills with the ability to analyze and summarize,
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills,
• Fluency in English.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS: 

Between two and three rounds of interviews to assess suitability for the position.

If you are interested and think you match the profile, please submit your CV in English.

You will need a flexible and creative approach in order to flourish in our international environment and succeed with our diverse client base. If you possess these qualities and would like to be part of Kepler Cheuvreux’s story, then come and join us!

Please note that Kepler Cheuvreux promotes equal opportunity. All applications will be given due consideration.