We are seeking an experienced Audit Manager - Internal Audit to join a financial services organisation in Dublin, supporting Global Banking & Markets and Treasury activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced audit professional to lead end-to-end, risk-based audit engagements, evaluate internal controls and provide independent assurance across front, middle and back-office functions.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in wholesale banking, investment banking or financial services audit, with experience across areas such as Corporate Lending, Trade Finance, Capital Markets or Treasury.

Key Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end internal audit engagements, from planning and risk assessment through to fieldwork, reporting and follow-up.
Develop risk-based audit plans, defining audit scope, objectives, testing procedures, timelines and resource requirements.
Assess the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, identifying control weaknesses and evaluating associated business and regulatory risks.
Identify root causes of audit findings and develop practical, risk-focused recommendations.
Prepare clear, evidence-based audit reports and present findings to business stakeholders and senior management.
Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders across business, operational and audit functions.
Monitor outstanding audit findings and challenge stakeholders to ensure timely remediation.
Maintain knowledge of relevant Irish and EU banking regulations, internal policies and industry standards.
Undertake targeted reviews, investigations and other audit-related projects as required.
Contribute to improvements in audit methodologies, risk management practices and control frameworks.
Collaborate with wider audit teams to ensure effective audit coverage and consistent application of professional standards.

Key Skills and Experience

Proven experience in Internal Audit or External Audit within wholesale banking, investment banking or a comparable financial services environment.
Strong knowledge of one or more of the following: Corporate Lending, Trade Finance, Capital Markets or Treasury.
Demonstrable experience leading audit engagements independently from planning through to completion.
Strong understanding of risk-based audit methodologies, internal control frameworks and risk assessment techniques.
Knowledge of relevant Irish and EU banking regulations and regulatory expectations.
Experience identifying control deficiencies, assessing root causes and recommending appropriate remediation.
Excellent report-writing, communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience engaging with senior stakeholders.
Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
A high level of professionalism, integrity and attention to detail.

A relevant professional qualification, such as ACA, ACCA, CIA or an equivalent audit or accounting qualification, would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

A contract opportunity within a complex financial services environment.
Exposure to Global Banking & Markets and Treasury activities.
Responsibility for leading audits and engaging with senior business stakeholders.
The opportunity to contribute to risk management, governance and control improvements.

How to Apply

If you have a strong Internal Audit background within banking or financial services and are interested in exploring this contract opportunity, please submit your CV for consideration.

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