Audit Portfolio Manager – Global Life recruitment

In this Zurich-based role, you will be accountable for the delivery of a varied and complex portfolio of challenging audits reporting to the Global Life Functional Audit Director. As part of a dynamic and industry leading team, your key tasks will include all aspects of audit management and delivery to the highest quality, in line with our Principles Based Engagement Standards. More specifically, this will include risk assessment, audit execution, issue calibration and reporting, and evaluation of staff. Your portfolio will include a combination of globally themed audits of common risks across multiple countries and businesses, as well as individual country-specific audits. From time to time you will direct and deliver high impact topic-based projects including advisory reviews, investigations and other assignments. Audit plan delivery to time and budget will require management of appropriate resources. You will also be expected to input strongly to audit planning and to innovate and proactively contribute to the refinement and strengthening of Group governance and internal audit processes to ensure that these remain appropriate. This will require you to keep abreast of current thinking and industry developments. Also, you will collaborate and co-ordinate as required with external auditors, regulators etc. This role will require regular travel up to 25%.

This role should appeal to a suitably qualified senior manager or director from within the financial services or public accounting sectors. The successful applicant will have significant audit and Life assurance expertise and a deep understanding of the associated financial and other risks. You will have at least 8 years relevant post-qualification experience as an accountant or auditor and be able to demonstrate strong knowledge of relevant markets, products, distribution, operations, regulatory compliance etc. A strong track record of success is essential as is excellent written and spoken English and German. We are looking for a strong, articulate and objective audit manager with excellent people, influencing, and relationship management skills, who can make a real difference. If you fit the bill and are looking for a challenging, progressive and ethically driven global organisation for your next career move, then we look forward to your application.