Internal Auditor Asset & Wealth Management (Ireland)

Location: Hyderabad

Department: Internal Audit

Employment Type: Full-time

Shift: 3PM- 12 AM || 4PM- 1 AM

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Internal Auditor to join our Internal Audit (IA) team, this role will be responsible for executing internal audit activities that assess risks and controls within Irelands Wealth Management business and, where applicable, across the broader Asset Management business. The successful candidate will have a strong track record of delivering audits in accordance with IIA standards and possess hands-on experience with key regulatory frameworks in Ireland.

Key Responsibilities:

- Execute audit work in line with Internal Audits risk-based methodology and professional standards.

- Design and perform tests of key controls and processes to evaluate design adequacy and operational effectiveness.

- Conduct substantive testing and data analysis to assess risk and control performance.

- Document audit work, conclusions, and findings with clarity and accuracy.

- Identify, assess, and report on key risks, compliance issues, and control deficiencies.

- Review and test managements remediation actions to confirm effective issue resolution.

- Draft well-supported audit findings and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

- Collaborate with the audit team and management to address issues, challenges, and delays during the audit process.

- Perform validation of management actions and maintain appropriate documentation for closure.

- Develop a strong understanding of assigned audit areas, including technology, products, operations, and systems.

- Support special or ad-hoc projects as assigned.

Key Relationships:

- Build and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders across the firm.

- Liaise with Front Office, Middle Office, Compliance, Risk, and Support Functions to ensure alignment on audit scope and findings.

- Work closely with IA Audit Leads, IA Directors, the Head of Internal Audit for EMEA/APAC, and the Global Head of Internal Audit as required.

Skills & Competencies:

- Minimum of 5+ years experience in internal audit within asset management or financial services (wealth management preferred).

- Solid understanding of Irelands regulatory framework, including MiFID II/MiFIR, Investment Firms Regulation, Consumer Protection Code, and Client Asset Requirements.

- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multitask.

- Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.

- Strong ability to interpret and apply regulatory requirements effectively.

- Demonstrated capability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Education & Professional Qualifications:

- Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (preferred).

- Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, ACA, CA, ACCA, or CFA are highly desirable.