Senior Internal Auditor

About the Position

We are looking for a Senior Internal Auditor with extensive experience in audit, risk management, and data analytics to join our team in Luxembourg.

Responsibilities

• Audit Planning and Execution

  • Develop detailed audit plans based on risk assessments.
  • Perform and lead audits on financial, operational, and compliance processes.
  • Leverage data analytics and AI tools to improve audit scoping, sampling, and testing approaches.
  • Apply data-driven techniques to identify anomalies, trends, and risk indicators across large datasets.
  • Integrate automated testing and continuous auditing techniques where relevant.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance practices.
  • Document audit findings, analyze results, and identify areas for improvement.

• Risk Assessment

  • Identify and evaluate the organization’s risk areas, and develop audit strategies to mitigate these.
  • Assess the adequacy of risk management processes and suggest enhancements.
  • Proactively identify opportunities to use data and AI to enhance risk identification and monitoring.
  • Assess and review existing processes and controls to recommend best practices, efficiency improvements, and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Collaborate with departments to implement process improvements and strengthen control framework.
  • Supports management during the issue closure process.

• Audit Reporting

  • Prepare comprehensive audit reports summarizing findings, risk impacts, and recommendations for improvement.
  • Translate audit results, including complex data analytics outcomes, into clear, actionable audit insights for stakeholders and senior management.
  • Ensure follow-up on audit findings and assess the adequacy of corrective actions.

• Compliance

  • Ensure that audits are conducted in accordance with internal audit methodology, best practices, and external regulatory requirements.
  • Monitor changes in laws and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in internal audit, risk management in the banking or financial services and have developed strong knowledge of the regulation and business operations of the European / Luxembourg market.
• Experience gained within a Big 4 or equivalent environment in risk consulting, internal audit outsourcing, or advisory is strongly preferred.
• Experience in leading or coordinating audit projects.
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and audit standards.
• Strong hands-on experience with data analytics tools (e.g., Python, SQL, KNIME, IDEA, Power BI) and the ability to apply them in audit testing.
• Practical understanding of how AI (e.g., automation, machine learning, generative AI) can be applied in auditing (e.g., risk assessment, sampling, testing, continuous auditing)
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present findings to senior management.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• People coordination and coaching skills.
• Fluency in English (both written and spoken).
• Master degree in Economics, Accounting, Finance, Law, or a related field.
• Certifications: Professional certifications such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) are a plus. Additional certifications or training in data analytics or AI are considered a strong advantage.

We Offer

• A stimulating environment with lots of learning opportunities.
• Personal growth & challenging work with opportunities to realize your ambitions.
• An informal, dynamic environment with innovative colleagues supporting your endeavors.
• A progressive and agile way of working, where new ideas are valued ahead of convention.

About the Company

At ING, we’re on a journey that’s centered around our customers, powered by technology, and driven by smart, determined people. Our customers feel our people are empowering them to stay a step ahead in life and in business. We’re proud of that!

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not tolerate discrimination of any kind with regard to age, gender, gender identity, cultural background, experience, religion, race, ethnicity, disability, family responsibilities, sexual orientation, social origin, or any other status protected by applicable law.