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Wise is looking for an Internal Audit Manager to join our new and growing IA team in North America. Your main task will be to support the internal audit process for the Wise entities in North America and also global audits with NorthAm specific scope. The wider scope includes both global and regional processes and working with colleagues within the company and externally with partnering firms. The role presents a great opportunity to focus on the development and delivery of audit engagements in a fast paced environment, focussed on data driven audit techniques and continuous monitoring. Relevant experience working in assurance, risk or control roles and deploying technology enabled assurance is key to driving the internal audit agenda. We are a fast growing team, therefore you have the unique opportunity to collaborate and shape the operations, methodology and approaches of the Internal Audit function.
Job Responsibility
Support the IA NorthAm leadership in creating and timely delivery of the audit universe, risk assessment and audit plan for all applicable entities
Lead complex IA audit projects including but not limited to fincrime, regulatory compliance, payments, technology and treasury domains
Prepare draft audit reports and executive summaries for the Head of Internal Audit's review
Assist in the preparation of presentations for the Audit Committee and senior leadership
Support key projects to deliver an aligned assurance model across Wise
Monitor the implementation of Internal Audit recommendations by the teams
Develop strong relationships internally and externally, including the local regulators
Provide advisory support on internal controls for new product launches, entity creations, and business process changes in the region
Promote and help embed a strong control culture
Requirements
In-depth knowledge of the North American regulatory landscape (OCC, CFPB, FinCEN, FINRA, State regulators, RPAA, Bank of Canada, relevant regulatory frameworks and requirements for the licensed entity)
Working knowledge of global regulatory frameworks and requirements relevant to payments, fintech and/or broader financial services firms, such as Consumer Protection & Conduct, Outsourcing & Third Party Management, Risk Management, Governance, and Regulatory Reporting
Proven experience working in risk, control or assurance
Worked in technology, fintech or broader financial services industries
Able to work independently, assume responsibility and make own judgement
Take ownership over complex areas and solve problems with no or very limited guidance
Very strong coordination skills and able to hold teams accountable for meeting deadlines and delivering high quality outputs
Passionate about driving change, making improvements and helping stakeholders
Strong relationship builder across all levels of the business and externally
Agile and adaptable to change
Seek to use data analytics and technology in work and decision making processes