Internal Audit (IAD) Group Internal Audit provides independent assurance to management and the Risk and Audit Committees that HSBC’s risk management, governance and internal control processes are designed appropriately and are operating effectively. We are currently seeking an experienced professional to join our team.
In this role, you will: The role holder will support the Head of Technology Audit – Wholesale in conducting and delivering audits, some of which are major and/or highly complex, based on a critical assessment of the IT environment, and the governance, risk, and internal control frameworks that support it.
Principal Accountabilities: The candidate is expected to: - Consistently deliver high-quality audit work within the Wholesale business, conducted in multiple locations worldwide, focusing on key technology risks, IT general controls, and business automated controls. - Engage with and provide strategic advice to internal stakeholders by utilising knowledge of the business, technology, and governance, risk, and regulatory frameworks. - Manage the interface between internal and external stakeholders to ensure a common understanding and alignment on key deliverables. - Play an integral role in delivering the annual audit plan.
Qualifications To be successful in the role, you should meet the following requirements: Requirements: - Understand and stay up-to-date on key changes in the business and regulatory environment, as well as emerging technology risks, to help prioritise and assess whether changes are needed to the annual audit plan. - Critically assess the impact and sustainability of audit findings and proposed management action plans on the operating environment. Validate remediation actions taken by management to address audit findings. - Clearly communicate key issues and associated risks to stakeholders and management, identifying root causes and potential strategic implications. - Ensure that management and stakeholders fully understand the governance, risk, regulatory, and internal control implications of major changes, and provide appropriate advice. - Promote and help facilitate a strong risk management and risk awareness culture among internal stakeholders.
Qualifications: - Excellent spoken and written communication skills, with experience adapting style and approach to fit the audience and message being delivered. - A solid understanding of risks and controls, and the roles of the first, second, and third lines of defence. - A strong understanding of IT general and business automated controls, as well as knowledge of technology and cyber risks and controls. - A proven track record of consistently seeking ways to improve processes, along with an excellent understanding of the mechanism necessary to successfully implement change. - Relevant experience in Financial Services, including a solid understanding of financial products and services. Prior experience in the Wholesale area is preferred but not mandatory. - Pervious experience in an Audit or Risk-based role, such as Internal/External Auditor, Risk Steward, Control Officer. Prior audit experience is preferred but not mandatory. - Role-relevant qualifications, such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA). You’ll achieve more when you join HSBC. HSBC is committed to building a culture where all employees are valued, respected and opinions count. We take pride in providing a workplace that fosters continuous professional development, flexible working and opportunities to grow within and inclusive and diverse environment. Personal data held by the Bank relating to employment applications will be used in accordance with our Privacy Statement, which is available on our website./JJ
