Business / Operational Auditor, Assistant Vice President, Hybrid

Who we are looking for

Are you a talented professional looking for a challenging and fulfilling opportunity to grow along with a global industry leader? Are you interested in identifying and helping to mitigate complex operational and infrastructure risks? Are you passionate about using your technical knowledge to navigate complex business, operational and technology challenges? If so, then we may have the solution for you.

Why this role is important to us

As a member of State Street Corporation’s Audit Division, you will be part of a team where collaboration is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued. We offer flexible schedules, continuous training, global exposure and multiple opportunities for personal and professional growth. Our team of approximately 250 professionals across the globe is responsible for providing independent, objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value, minimize risk and improve the overall control environment of State Street Corporation and its subsidiaries. Our auditors interact and communicate regularly with executive management and have tremendous insight into all parts of the company’s daily operations.

Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for

What you will be responsible for

As the Audit Manager, you will be responsible amongst others for:

• successfully planning, executing and completing audits according to a risk-based approach, recommending internal control improvements that may include operational enhancements or efficiencies, and preparing audit reports.
• demonstrate knowledge of financial and operational internal control methodologies and terminologies (e.g. COSO); process and control industry standards; risk management practices and techniques; and internal audit process, technology and tools for planning, design, performance, testing and reporting.
• facilitating effective communication and coordination with business management at all levels and must have excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• developing a thorough understanding and knowledge base of the company’s operations, establish effective business relationships within the company and assist management in the understanding and adaptation of internal control principles.
• maintaining a current knowledge of audit industry practices and ensuring best practices are always considered.

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• A high degree of professionalism and leadership and proficient organizational, analytical and project management skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks and work independently in an international team across multiple locations with global stakeholders in a fast paced environment as well as to manage complex non-routine situations while multi-tasking
• Strong team leadership skills which include creating an environment of trust, soliciting diverse views from team members as well as coaching and developing staff through timely meaningful feedback
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Fluency in english – written and spoken. French speaker or with very good level is highly appreciated.

Education & Preferred Qualifications/Experiences

• University degree in business or related field, CPA, CIA or other applicable certification preferred
• Audit experience in public accounting (or corporate internal audit) and specific experience in either auditing custody, fund administration, depositary, transfer agent and international audit experience and/or related experience managing complex audit operations (5+years)

Additional requirements

• Travel up to 15% may be required.
• Knowledge of additional European language will be considered a plus
• Job position based in Luxembourg