Our Internal Audit group is an independent function accountable to the Audit and Examining Committee of the Board of Directors, the Office of the Chairman, senior management and our global and local regulators. Internal Audit is comprised of more than 1,000 auditors, located in key locations across the globe, and is responsible for assessing the adequacy of the control environments across the firm's lines of business.

As an Internal Audit Manager - Strategic Growth Office - Vice President in Internal Audit department, you will develop and execute the annual audit plan, manage audit engagements, oversee and perform audit testing, and participate in applicable control and governance forums.

Job responsibilities

Lead and participate on audit engagements, from planning to reporting, and produce quality deliverables to both department and professional standards, while ensuring audits are completed timely and within budget

Work closely with global Audit colleagues in the early identification of emerging control issues, and report them in a timely manner to Audit management and business stakeholders

Recognize the confidential nature of Internal Audit communications and access to information; exercise discipline in protecting the confidentiality and security of information in accordance with firm policy

Partner with stakeholders, business management, other control groups (i.e. risk management, compliance, fraud prevention), external auditors, and regulators, establishing strong working relationships while maintaining independence

Finalize audit findings and use judgment to provide an overall opinion on the control environment by developing recommendations to strengthen internal controls

Communicate audit findings to management, and identify opportunities for improvement in the design and effectiveness of key controls

Implement and execute an effective program of continuous auditing for assigned areas, including monitoring of key metrics to identify control issues and adverse trends

Effectively manage teams where required, performing timely review of work performed and providing honest and constructive feedback

Stay up-to-date with evolving industry/regulatory changes impacting the business and participate in appropriate control forums

Champion a culture of innovation

Follow the firm's 'How We Do Business' Principles

Find ways to drive efficiency with existing technical infrastructure through automation while embracing the innovative opportunities offered by new technologies

Required qualifications, skills and capabilities

Extensive internal or external auditing experience, or relevant business experience

Bachelor's degree (or relevant financial services experience) required

Experience with internal audit methodology and applying concepts in audit delivery and execution

Solid understanding of internal control concepts, with the ability to evaluate and determine the adequacy of controls by considering business and technology risks in an integrated manner

Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills; adept at presenting complex and sensitive issues to senior management

Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to establish credibility and build partnerships with senior business and control partners

Strong analytical skills, particularly in regard to assessing the probability and impact of an internal control weakness

Enthusiastic and self-motivated, with a keen interest in learning; effective under pressure and willing to take personal responsibility/accountability

Flexible to changing business priorities and ability to multitask in a constantly changing environment

qualifications, skills and capabilities

CPA, CIA, and/or Advanced Degree in Finance or Accounting is

Willing to travel as needed

Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.

The Audit department provides independent assessments to evaluate, test and report on the adequacy and effectiveness of our governance, risk management and internal controls. The team's priorities are focused on strong governance, transparency, strategic engagement, and fostering a diverse and inclusive culture that develops our talent.