Our client — a leading player in the financial services sector — is seeking to engage a freelance Senior Internal Auditor with deep expertise in Financial Risk Management (FRM) for a high-priority assignment within their Group Internal Audit Function.
This is a hands-on, high-impact Interim Management role, well-suited for an experienced professional who can add immediate value, navigate complex regulatory landscapes, and operate confidently across business, risk, and control functions.
Key Responsibilities
You will be at the forefront of assessing and enhancing our financial risk governance and controls, with responsibilities including:
* Monitoring and Updating the FRM Audit Universe
Stay ahead of the curve by tracking new projects, regulatory changes, emerging risks, and incidents, and updating the audit universe accordingly—including priority and risk-level scoring.
* Audit Planning and Program Development
Design and maintain risk-based audit cycles and programs tailored to financial risk topics (ICAAP, ILAAP, IRRBB, Treasury/ALM, etc.), ensuring adequate coverage and relevance.
* End-to-End Audit Mission Management
Lead FRM audit engagements from scoping and planning to fieldwork, reporting, and debriefing, in both local and groupwide contexts. Liaise effectively with business owners, executive management, and control functions.
* Team Leadership and Coaching
Guide and support internal auditors participating in groupwide FRM reviews or covering FRM themes within broader business process audits.
* Knowledge Sharing and Awareness Raising
Promote FRM knowledge within the audit community by delivering trainings, creating awareness, and fostering a shared understanding of risk drivers and control expectations.
* Follow-Up and Remediation Oversight
Ensure timely implementation of agreed recommendations and action plans, contributing to lasting improvements in risk management.
* Advisory & Strategic Engagement
Serve as a trusted advisor on strategic risk and business initiatives and engage proactively with senior stakeholders including the Audit Committee, regulators, and control functions.
Your Profile
* An experienced professional in Internal Audit and Risk Management in banking, insurance, or asset management
* Proven expertise in financial risk topics such as ICAAP, ILAAP, IRRBB, ALM, or Treasury.
* Experience in or exposure to Retail, Corporate, or Wealth Banking is a strong plus.
* Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex risk matters clearly to varied stakeholders.
* Professional certifications (CIA, CFA, FRM, etc.) are appreciated, or a demonstrated willingness to pursue them.