Senior Internal Auditor Santander Consumer Bank

Do you want a seat at the table as a Senior auditor in our Non-Financial Risk Audit team? We have great hope and plans for the future and we want you to join us in building our Internal Audit team!
Santander is developing and growing. We are one of the biggest and most exciting financial institutions in Europe and as a company, we embrace the agility to innovate. We believe in sustainability, team- based ways of working and in accepting and valuing differences between people- so do you. You need to be willing to learn, self-sufficient and flexible – so are we.
Since work is a huge part of your life, we want it to be interesting and fun. That is why we keep up with the latest technologies, tools, and tricks of the trade and everyone has a seat at the table.
The Internal Audit function in Santander provides independent assurance on the quality and effectiveness of internal control, risk management and governance, helping to protect the company´s value, solvency and reputation. We are looking for an internal auditor to be part of the Non-Financial risk team of the Internal Audit Department in Santander Nordics.
Areas of responsibility
· Responsible for conducting Internal Audit’s audit activities within Santander Consumer Bank AS’s Non-Financial Risk (mainly operational risk, legal risk, compliance risk, regulatory risk and conduct risk) with special focus on Anti Money Laundering (AML/CTF).
· Responsible for participating in the audit planning and risk rating processes, prepare all audit work paper sections, complete audits on time and according to department requirements. In addition, discuss audit findings with the auditee and prepare audit reports.
· Maintain high quality standards, in conformance with the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing of the Institute of Internal Auditors and following the Santander Corporate Methodology.
· Preparation of conclusions, reporting to managers and communication to other areas with the aim to improve organisation´s assurance by recommending changes in governance, in the internal control structure, and in operating processes, identifying root causes.
· Participate in the annual training program.
· Follow-up and monitoring of recommendations.
· Stay up to date regarding regulatory and organizational changes and relevant aspects affecting the audits.
· Participate in non-financial risk audits across business units within the organization (travelling may be required).
What you will need to be successful
Education
Preferred Master´s Degree in Law, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field. Bachelor´s degree required. Any certification on CIA, CISA, CRMA or CFSA will be a plus.
Knowledge
· Comprehensive working knowledge of auditing, assurance and risk management, with focus on consumer protection and regulatory compliance requirements within financial sector institutions in the Nordic region.
· Knowledge or sound understanding of AML/CTF regulation and COSO frameworks is a plus.
· Understanding of Sarbanes-Oxley related requirements is a plus.
· Working knowledge of personal computers, including spreadsheet, word processing, and audit software applications.
Skills & Personal abilities
· Strong organizational skills and the ability to work within a group.
· Strong analysis and communication skills.
· Good communication skills in English (both written and spoken). Knowledge of any of the Nordic languages will be a plus.
· Quick learner interested in learning about the financial sector and audit techniques.
· Team player with the ability to work independently and in teams.
· Resident permit in any of the Nordic countries (Norway, Sweden, Denmark or Finland)
Experience
· Preferably 2-3 years in audit in the financial sector, or other areas within Compliance, AML, operational risk experience is required.
· Experience from the financial sector industry is an advantage.
We offer
· An opportunity to work in a large, high-performing international company, in local unit with an entrepreneurial spirit and an agile mindset.
· A corporate culture that is professional and dynamic, yet informal.
· Bureaucracy is kept to a minimum, as we expect our skilled employees make long lasting and impactful decisions to shape our future.
· An excellent working environment with highly competent, dedicated and friendly co-workers.
· A competitive salary and compensation package.
If this sound's lik you and you have a recidence permit in the Nordic region don't hesitate to apply as soon as possible through the link below https://www.finn.no/job/management/ad.html?finnkode=225027524