Audit Supervisor - Global Corporate and Investment Banking - Executive Placement Network

Audit Supervisor - Global Corporate and Investment Banking
Location: New York, NY (Hybrid, 3 days onsite)
Position Type: Permanent

Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Audit Supervisor with a strong background in Global Corporate and Investment Banking (GCIB) to join our audit team. This role involves executing complex audit activities across equity capital markets, debt capital markets, investment banking, corporate banking, leasing, and credit risk management. The Audit Supervisor will design and perform independent audit tests, evaluate control environments, and support stakeholder engagement to improve risk management practices. This is an opportunity to work closely with global teams, including those in EMEA and APAC, to execute strategic audits across multiple regions.

Key Non-Negotiable Requirements:

• Audit and Risk Expertise: Minimum of 5-7 years in internal audit, business control, compliance, or risk management, specifically within corporate and investment banking (e.g., equity capital markets, debt capital markets, and investment banking).
• Investment Banking Auditing Experience: At least 2 years auditing the Investment Banking Business within a corporate structure, with experience in risk and control identification and assessment.
• Stakeholder Management: Proven experience in stakeholder management, with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Educational Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

Nice-to-Have Skills and Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Certifications: Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Financial Risk Manager (FRM), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or similar qualifications.
• Global Banking Experience: Prior experience in a large global banking environment, with exposure to international audit requirements and global financial regulations.
• Team Leadership: Experience in coaching and mentoring junior team members is beneficial.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Audit Strategy Execution: Develop and implement audit scopes and programs based on risk-based auditing standards, ensuring timely and high-quality completion.
• Audit Leadership: Act as Auditor-in-Charge (AIC) on assigned projects, oversee audit testing, assess impacts on business processes, and deliver insights to improve the control environment.
• Issue Management and Reporting: Draft audit reports, communicate findings with business leaders, and provide severity ratings and recommendations based on risk assessments.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Develop and maintain business relationships with line management, using these partnerships to inform audit approaches and identify areas for improvement.
• Team Development and Inclusion: Mentor junior team members, fostering an inclusive work environment, and promoting professional growth within the team.
• Analytical and Automation Tools: Leverage data and technology (e.g., SQL, automation software) to enhance audit efficiency, identify trends, and complete projects within fast-paced settings.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Experience: 5-7 years in audit, risk management, or compliance within corporate and investment banking.
• Educational Requirement: Bachelor’s degree required.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in audit planning, risk assessment, and control evaluation. Strong analytical skills and experience with automation tools are advantageous.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certification such as CFA, CPA, FRM, or CIA.
• Strong background in global banking and knowledge of banking products and processes.
• Proven ability to coach junior team members and drive audit project completion.

Position Highlights:

This position offers the chance to contribute to a leading financial institution’s audit strategy, working in a collaborative environment with a focus on responsible growth. It provides opportunities for global engagement and exposure to complex audit functions across corporate and investment banking services.

Employee Status: Regular, Full-time
Work Hours: Standard, no flexibility
Travel: Not required

Executive Placement Network (EPN) is assisting in filling this position. EPN is a leading recruiting agency with offices in NYC's Financial District and a network of over 1,400 recruiters. We specialize in executive search and helping clients with their hiring needs.