Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and certified Internal Auditor with specialized expertise in Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF), and Sanctions compliance. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and executing independent audits to assess the effectiveness of our internal controls, risk management, and governance processes, with a significant focus on financial crime compliance.
Audit Planning & Execution:
· Lead and participate in the end-to-end audit process for AML/CFT/Sanctions-related audits, including planning, risk
assessment, scoping, testing, and reporting.
Analysis & Reporting:
· Analyze complex data sets to identify patterns, anomalies, and potential red flags.
· Document audit workpapers clearly and concisely in accordance with professional standards.
· Draft comprehensive audit reports detailing findings, root causes, risks, and practical recommendations for management.
Stakeholder Engagement:
· Communicate audit results effectively to senior management and key stakeholders.
· Build and maintain strong working relationships with business units, Compliance, and Legal teams.
· 3+ years of experience in internal auditing, with at least 3-5 years focused specifically on auditing AML/CFT/Sanctions
programs.
· Experience within banking, financial services, or a regulated environment is required.
· Deep understanding of AML regulations and global sanctions regimes.
· Strong knowledge of internal audit standards, principles, and practices (IIA IPPF).
· Proficiency in data analysis tools (ACL, Excel PivotTables).