Internal Auditor – Markets/Banking

Internal Auditor – Markets/Banking

Posted 5 days ago by Robert Half

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Negotiable
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Onsite
London Area, United Kingdom
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Summary: We are looking for an experienced Internal Auditor specializing in capital markets or investment banking for a 3-month contract in London. The role demands a full-time, on-site presence and involves planning and executing internal audits, identifying risks, and preparing reports for senior management. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of financial instruments and regulatory compliance. This position is suited for detail-oriented professionals who can work independently under pressure.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan and execute internal audits with a focus on markets, trading, and banking operations
  • Identify risks and control weaknesses, and provide actionable recommendations
  • Conduct fieldwork, interviews, and testing to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls
  • Prepare clear and concise audit reports for senior management
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across front office, risk, compliance, and operations
  • Ensure audits are delivered in line with internal methodology and regulatory standards
  • Monitor follow-up actions to ensure audit recommendations are implemented

Key Skills:

  • Proven internal audit experience within a capital markets, investment banking, or trading environment
  • Strong understanding of financial instruments (e.g., equities, fixed income, derivatives) and banking processes
  • Familiarity with key regulatory frameworks (e.g., FCA, PRA, MiFID II, EMIR)
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and report writing skills
  • Ability to work independently, under pressure, and to tight deadlines
  • Professional qualification preferred (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent)
  • Experience using audit software or GRC tools (e.g., TeamMate, AuditBoard) is a plus

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: on-site

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Finance

Detailed Description From Employer:

ob Title: Internal Auditor – Markets/Banking

Location: London (On-site, 5 days per week)

Contract Type: 3-Month Contract

Engagement Type: PAYE Day Rate

Start Date: ASAP - 3/4 weeks

Overview: We are seeking an experienced Internal Auditor with a strong background in capital markets or investment banking to support our internal audit function on a short-term contract. This role requires full-time, on-site presence in our London office and is ideally suited for a detail-oriented professional with a solid understanding of financial instruments, trading activity, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan and execute internal audits with a focus on markets, trading, and banking operations
  • Identify risks and control weaknesses, and provide actionable recommendations
  • Conduct fieldwork, interviews, and testing to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls
  • Prepare clear and concise audit reports for senior management
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across front office, risk, compliance, and operations
  • Ensure audits are delivered in line with internal methodology and regulatory standards
  • Monitor follow-up actions to ensure audit recommendations are implemented

Required Experience & Skills:

  • Proven internal audit experience within a capital markets, investment banking, or trading environment
  • Strong understanding of financial instruments (e.g., equities, fixed income, derivatives) and banking processes
  • Familiarity with key regulatory frameworks (e.g., FCA, PRA, MiFID II, EMIR)
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and report writing skills
  • Ability to work independently, under pressure, and to tight deadlines
  • Professional qualification preferred (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent)
  • Experience using audit software or GRC tools (e.g., TeamMate, AuditBoard) is a plus

Contract Terms:

  • Duration: 3 months
  • Likely to extend
  • Rate: Competitive PAYE day rate (dependent on experience)
  • Working Pattern: Full-time, 5 days per week on-site in London
  • Right to Work: You must have the right to work in the UK . Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
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