Poste et missions
To verify the bank's controls and to periodically check and assess by means of audit assignments the completeness of coverage, consistency and correct functioning of the risk control systems in place, as well as their compliance with professional rules, regulations, practices and standards in force.
1. Carry out a comprehensive assessment of systems and control of the Wholesale Banking activities of Natixis in the EMEA platform following a risk based approach.
2. Interpret and apply UK, French and European banking regulations to risks incurred within the EMEA CIB platform
3. Execute allocated audits and report accordingly, to make recommendations for the improvement of controls and governance and, where possible, efficiency.
4. Assess the management of risks by designing and performing tests of mitigating control and their operational effectiveness.
5. Produce high quality audit reports, audit scoping documentation and audit programs according to GI&A Head Office and EMEA Audit Group instructions and policies on which reliance can be placed by Regulatory and other BPCE Group General Inspection bodies
6. Assist in following up of recommendations. To maintain and establish regular business partnering throughout life time of open recommendation implementation.
7. Carry out continuous monitoring and risk identification on the allocated Audit units. Alert the Head of Audit on emerging risks or issues detected during audit works or continuous monitoring activities
8. Promote and champion the use of the Audit Methodology standards and contribute to its continuous enhancement.
9. In addition to the above the role may be requested to carry out additional ad hoc and emergency assignments.
The role is based in London but the audit activities will be covering London, Dubai, Milan, Madrid, Frankfurt, Moscow and some representative offices across EMEA region. There is an opportunity to be asked to work in Paris on ad hoc basis.
Profil et compétences requises
Good understanding of Corporate Investment banking activities especially the risk management of these activities
Good experience on Financial Crime audits. Previous experience on Loan Reviews would be preferred.
Practical understanding of regulatory expectations and rules in the covered juridications (EU, UK, Middle East…)
Rigor
Agility and problem solving
Planning & analytical skills
Ability to deliver to deadlines
Ability to assess processes with logic and clarity following a risk based methodology. Confirming understanding by walkthrough testing, questioning whether design of controls meets risks, and identifying risks for consideration.
Ability to perform Solution and Root Cause Analysis with Business Line Management or Control Function Management
Ability to debate confidently with knowledge, influencing skills and analysis, an ability to withstand pressure and search for validation of counter arguments
Ability to document with