Senior Internal Auditor

About Lombard International Group

Lombard International Group (‘the Group’) is the leading European provider of cross-border wealth, estate and succession planning solutions, based on Luxembourg unit-linked life insurance. Our 30+ years’ experience combined with our award-winning solutions and services are highly sought after and valued by our clients and their advisers. What truly matters to them is being able to protect, preserve, and pass on their wealth for future generations.

With our presence in 7 countries, the Group has an internationally diversified footprint serving over 15 markets across Europe. Our dynamic international team of 450+ experienced wealth structuring specialists, subject-matter and technical experts consists of 50 different nationalities, speaking over 30 languages.

We are a proud multicultural, diverse, and inclusive Group, driven by a values-based culture of performance, ambition and curiosity, where innovation is not just supported but actively encouraged. We invest in talented teams who develop their expertise, curated through support and training, and fostered through a people centred culture. Our people truly are our greatest asset!

Lombard International Group operates through two divisions:

Insurance carrier: Lombard International Assurance S.A.

Headquartered in Luxembourg, Lombard International Assurance S.A. is an insurance carrier specialising in manufacturing unit-linked life insurance solutions. These solutions are distributed by various regulated intermediaries, including private banks, family offices, asset managers, independent wealth and financial advisers, wealth and insurance brokers, professional advisory firms and other advisers active in the private wealth sector.

Distribution Companies

The Group has a number of wholly owned investment and insurance distribution businesses who market and advise on unit-linked life assurance products manufactured by Lombard International Assurance S.A.

For further information about Lombard International Group, please visit: www.lombardinternational.com

Your role – Are you ready for a challenge?

Directly reporting to both the Chair of the Audit Committee, the Group CEO, Internal Audit provides independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the Company’s operations. The mission of internal audit is to enhance and protect organizational value by providing risk-based and objective assurance, advice, and insight to the Board and executive management.

Currently, we are looking for a Senior Internal Auditor to support our small but dynamic, agile and experienced Internal Audit team from Luxembourg:

The Senior Internal Auditor is accountable for:

• Designing audit programs to assess effectiveness of controls of high-risk business areas;
• End-to-end delivery of internal audit assignments in line with the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF);
• Documenting test results in working papers to support audit conclusions;
• Formulating practical recommendations and preparing comprehensive and meaningful audit reports to Executive Management and the Audit & Risk Committee;
• Following up on the implementation of audit recommendations;
• Developing and maintaining effective relationships with key stakeholders in Lombard International Group, including business areas and other control functions;
• Assisting in developing the audit function by continuously improving the department’s way of working;
• Participating in the development and use of continuous auditing methods and tools;
Participating in ad hoc audits as requested.

Your profile – Have you got what it takes to become our Senior Internal Auditor?

• Experienced/qualified Internal Auditor with minimum 4-5 years of relevant experience (experience with insurance is a strong asset);
• Curious, proactive, team player and fast learner;
• Positive and doer attitude;
• Strong client relationship management skills;
• Sound understanding of the financial services sector in Europe, preferably wealth management and life insurance;
• CIA, CPA, ACCA, CISA or other relevant professional certification is highly desired;
• Good knowledge of risk-based audit techniques;
• Dependable and reliable with strong attention to detail;
• Strong time management skills, and ability to multitask;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Strong analytical, organizational and presentation skills;
• Strong IT and Data Analytical skills;
• International experience preferred;
• Fluency in English. Knowledge of any additional European languages is an asset;
Embrace our values: Soul of an agile company, Passion, Integrity, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork.

We offer you

Sitting at the crossroads of private banking, asset management and insurance, we operate in a well-established and fast-growing segment of the financial services industry. We offer a thriving and entrepreneurial work environment, with the opportunity to work across multiple geographies, learn valuable new skills, develop great expertise, and establish long-lasting relationships. It is an exciting opportunity to build a network of contacts across the organisation in a collaborative and diverse workplace. At Lombard International Group we have a diverse team of over 50 nationalities. We are always looking for exceptional talent to join our team. Because our people are our greatest assets, you will enjoy reward and recognition packages. We also offer you the possibility to shape your professional career in line with your own goals and the opportunity to work with the top talent in the industry. We are committed to extending equal employment opportunities to all individuals.

Be a part of our community!

Lombard International Groups an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, colour, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Given the sensitive nature of our business, industry sector and the role as described, the selected candidate is required to provide a criminal record (Bulletin n°3 for Luxembourgish residents). This excerpt will be kept by Lombard International Assurance S.A. in compliance with article 8-5 (2) of the law of 23 July 2016 and for no longer than one month from the conclusion of the employment contract; otherwise it will be destroyed without any undue delay should the candidate not be hired.

Should you be interested in pursuing this opportunity, please send your application in full confidence to Lombard International Assurance S.A, https://www.lombardinternational.com/en-US/Careers/Job-Board

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