Principal Audit Analyst Third Party Risk & Procurement (m/f/x)

Corporate Title: Associate

Madrid

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We promote good working relationships and encourage high standards of conduct and work performance. We welcome applications from talented people from all cultures, countries, races, genders, sexual orientations, disabilities, beliefs and generations and are committed to providing a working environment free from harassment, discrimination and retaliation.

About the team

Group Audit serves as Deutsche Bank’s independent `Third Line of Defense`, proactively assisting the bank’s business and infrastructure areas to identify control weaknesses. Comprising around 700 staff, our global connectivity provides a stimulating environment and the opportunity to collaborate, network and share knowledge with colleagues and specialists around the world.

The Third Party Risk and Procurement team is covering the various third party frameworks across the bank, including key bank wide activities such as vendor sourcing and selection, due diligence and risk management, contracting and ongoing management, including vendor payments.

Your key responsibilities

• In your role as Principal Audit Analyst, you assist on audit assignments, evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and support with drafting audit issues
• The audit fieldwork is executed by you in line with the agreed audit approach, e.g. documenting Process Flows, identifying key risks and testing of key controls to determine whether these controls are properly designed and are operating effectively
• In accordance with divisional standards, you document your work results within agreed budgets and timelines
• You work in close cooperation with your team and other colleagues in Group Audit on providing front-to-back audit coverage. You proactively keep abreast of pertinent industry, regulatory and business practices, while proactively developing and maintaining a professional network with colleagues and relevant support areas

Your skills and experiences

• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) from an accredited college or university (or equivalent)
• Awareness of general banking environment and/or awareness of the risks and regulatory requirements; experience in the financial industry or some knowledge of auditing standards and concepts would be of advantage
• Fluent English both verbally and in writing
• Advanced knowledge of Office applications, especially Microsoft Excel
• Very good analytical, problem solving, relationship management and presentation skills, ability to work in virtual, global teams in a matrix organization, openness for occasional travel
• Understanding of risks posed to financial services through using third party vendors
• Certifications as CIA, or equivalent qualification in the areas of project management or process/quality management would be an advantage

What we will offer you

• Diversified audit assignments providing a broad insight into different parts of Deutsche Bank
• Working in an open-minded international environment with diverse and intercultural teams
• Work-life-balance, flexible working hours
• Ongoing training opportunities offered by Group Audit’s staff development team
• Possibility to build a strong network within Group Audit and the bank by liaising via social events

Our values define the working environment we strive to create – diverse, supportive and welcoming of different views. We embrace a culture reflecting a variety of perspectives, insights and backgrounds to drive innovation. We build talented and diverse teams to drive business results and encourage our people to develop to their full potential. Talk to us about flexible work arrangements and other initiatives we offer.

We promote good working relationships and encourage high standards of conduct and work performance. We welcome applications from talented people from all cultures, countries, races, genders, sexual orientations, disabilities, beliefs and generations and are committed to providing a working environment free from harassment, discrimination and retaliation.

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