About the Role
Grade Level (for internal use): 09. Reports to the Director for Internal Audit in a diverse internal audit team covering all S&P Global businesses. The team is global with auditors located in the USA, Europe, India, Malaysia, Japan and Taiwan.
The Team & Impact
S&P Global (SPGI) is a leader in credit ratings, benchmarks and analytics for the global capital and commodity markets. As an individual contributor, you will support a hybrid portfolio of deliverables, including risk‑based audit, advisory projects and Audit Operations activities worldwide. Success is demonstrated through timely delivery of high‑quality audit engagements, clear actionable reporting and the ability to influence management toward effective risk remediation.
Responsibilities
* Support and execute end‑to‑end audit engagements (planning, fieldwork and reporting), under the oversight of Audit Management, in line with the annual audit plan, departmental methodology and IIA standards, ensuring timely and high‑quality delivery.
* Perform risk‑based testing to assess the design and operating effectiveness of key controls, clearly identifying control gaps, root causes and associated risks.
* Apply sound professional judgment to determine audit focus areas, depth of testing and prioritization of risks in line with business context.
* Prepare clear, concise and well‑structured audit reports that articulate findings, root causes, impacts and practical recommendations.
* Engage effectively with management, communicating audit issues with clarity, confidence and appropriate challenge.
* Partner with management to agree practical and proportionate risk‑aligned management action plans and coordinate follow‑up to support timely and effective remediation.
* Build and maintain productive working relationships with business unit management, acting as a trusted, objective advisor while maintaining independence.
* Leverage data analytics, automation and emerging technologies to enhance audit efficiency, coverage and insight.
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal audit practices by staying current on audit standards, best practices, tools and industry developments.
* Demonstrate integrity, professional skepticism and adherence to the IIA Code of Ethics and Internal Audit Standards at all times.
Essential Requirements
* 3–5 years’ experience in internal audit or related control functions, preferably within financial services.
* Actively pursuing a professional qualification (CIA, ACCA, ACA, CISA or equivalent).
* Strong understanding of internal controls, risk assessment and audit methodologies.
* Proven ability to communicate audit issues clearly (both verbally and written) and influence stakeholders.
* Experience executing audits independently with minimal supervision.
* Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
Desirable / Advantageous
* Big 4 experience.
* Exposure to IT, data or integrated audits.
* Familiarity with data analytics tools (Alteryx, Power BI, Tableau).
* Exposure to generative AI use cases in audit.
Basic Qualifications
* 2:1 undergraduate degree in any discipline or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications
* Master’s degree.
* Professional certifications (CIA, ACCA, ACA, CISA or equivalent).
Benefits
* Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
* Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized.
* Continuous Learning: Access to resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
* Invest in Your Future: Competitive pay, retirement planning, continuing education and financial wellness programs.
* Family Friendly Perks: Benefits for partners and children, including best‑in‑class family benefits.
* Beyond the Basics: Retail discounts, referral incentive awards and other small perks.
Equal Opportunity Employer
S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered. If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.
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