A career with Lombard Odier means working for a renowned global wealth and asset manager, with a strong focus on sustainable investing. Our Firm is one of the best-capitalised banking groups in the world, managing close to CHF 300 billion and operating from over 25 offices across 4 continents.
We are an investment house providing a comprehensive offering of discretionary and advisory portfolio management, wealth services and custody. We also offer asset management services and investment strategies through Lombard Odier Investment Managers and provide advanced banking technology to other financial institutions.
Our philosophy is 'Rethink Everything' - it is at the heart of everything we do. We have grown stronger through more than 40 financial crises by rethinking the world around us to provide a fresh investment perspective for our clients.
As a Senior Internal Auditor, you will be responsible for leading and executing audit engagements across various business areas, with a focus on assessing the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management practices, and governance processes.
Your key responsibilities will include:
* Planning, leading, and performing risk-based internal audit assignments across operational, financial, and compliance domains.
* Evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, identifying control gaps and areas for improvement.
* Analyzing business processes and assessing risks, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and regulatory requirements.
* Providing clear, actionable recommendations to enhance control environments and operational efficiency.
* Collaborating with stakeholders across departments to understand business operations and promote a culture of risk awareness and control ownership.
* Preparing high-quality audit reports and presenting findings to senior management and relevant committees.
* Monitoring the implementation of audit recommendations and following up on remediation actions.
* Contributing to the development of the annual audit plan and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the Internal Audit function.
* Contributing to knowledge sharing within the team.
You will need to possess a Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum of 7 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, or risk management, preferably within a regulated or international environment.
Strong understanding of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO), risk management principles, and governance practices.
Solid knowledge of financial and operational processes, with the ability to identify inefficiencies and control weaknesses.
Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent are highly valued.
Experience with data analytics tools and techniques is a plus.
Familiarity with regulatory requirements relevant to the industry (e.g., Swiss laws, FINMA, etc.).
Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills, with the ability to present complex issues clearly and concisely.
Fluent in English and French; additional languages are an asset.
High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
Willingness to travel occasionally for audit missions.
Swiss domicile is mandatory.
At Lombard Odier, we embody five core values: Excellence, Innovation, Respect, Integrity and One Team. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment for our employees and candidates.
We believe that building diverse teams contributes to our successes and deliver on this, we actively embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in our business strategy.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Teams. All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence.