The EIB, the European Union’s bank is seeking to recruit for its Management Committee (MC), Internal Audit Department (IA), Internal Audit EIB Division (EIB), Internal Lending & Credit Risk Unit (IA-LCR) at its headquarters in Luxembourg, a (Senior) Internal Auditor*.

This is a full-time position at grade 5/6 for which the EIB offers a permanent contract.

*internal benchmark: (Senior) Officer Internal Audit

Panel interviews are anticipated for January 2024.

Purpose

Are you a good evaluator of risk and enjoy assessing complex business processes and products? Would you like to join the audit team of the EIB, the European Union’s bank to improve the effectiveness of the business-critical processes of the Bank? At the EIB, you can make a difference and have positive impact on the lives of EU citizens and communities around the world.

The Internal Audit Department is responsible for internal audit services in both the EIB and EIF (European Investment Funds). The diverse and agile Internal Audit (IA) team consists of individuals with a wide range of professional backgrounds, diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences, adhering to guiding principles of teamwork, strong professional ethics, and high commitment to the strategic objectives of the Bank.

It is composed of two divisions and five units. One division covers the activities of the EIF and Information Technology across both EIB and EIF whereas the second covers the business functions of the EIB. Whilst staff members are allocated to individual units, the Department functions as a pool of resources that can be allocated to specific assignments across the Group.

In order to complement its team, Internal Audit is looking for a (Senior) Internal Auditor to join the Lending and Credit Risk management unit, part of the Internal Audit EIB Division. The main focus of the role will be to carry audits within the EIB’s 1^st and 2^nd line. You will define, plan and execute audits and related reporting to complete the EIB Group Audit Plan.

The role requires excellent communication and influencing skills with the ability to convince Bank services of audit viewpoints and an excellent ability to interact with different levels of hierarchy. You will gain an in-depth understanding of the processes, policies and procedures of the Bank and acquire wide ranging and critically important skills. Internal Audit is a highly visible position and comes with significant access to Senior Management.

IA seek to empower each individual and look for individuals who can work independently within the team, identify risks and improvement areas in processes, understand the complex activities of the Bank and challenge the status quo in accordance with best practice standards.

Operating Network

You will report to the Head of Unit for Lending and Credit Risk management and will work in collaboration with other IA staff as well as other services across the Bank. An important aspect of the role is to drive efficiency and add value, with a continuous focus on improvement in the Department.

Accountabilities

• Plan, conduct and deliver audit missions to execute the audit plan, provide independent assessment on the processes and the design and the operating effectiveness of internal controls, execute audit procedures and document them in IA’s audit software, report on the findings and Agreed Action Plans for corrective action and/or improvements:
• Follow-up audit recommendations in order to verify that corrective actions are undertaken;
• Keep abreast and follow the latest developments in the internal audit function and stay informed of current economic developments, emerging credit risk, applicable regulations, business knowledge, risk and controls relevant to the Credit Risk Management;
• Steer and monitor the activities of external consultants for audits performed under a co-sourcing agreement;
• Contribute to creating appropriate awareness in the organisation on the importance of operational and financial risk assessment;
• Develop, improve, and implement Internal Audit processes, procedures, IT systems, methodologies and working tools for conducting risk management and internal control activities;
• Contribute to the IA risk assessment and risk universe on an on-going basis;
• Participate to senior management meetings, including the Audit Committee (EIB) / Audit Board (EIF).

Qualifications

• University degree (minimum an equivalent to a Bachelor) preferably in economics or business administration or a related field with relevant exposure to Banking / Finance / risk management;
• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience gained in lending and credit risk related areas within the financial sector;
• Experience in internal audit function would be an advantage;
• In-depth understanding in one or more of the following areas: (i) credit origination, public sector and/or corporate lending; (ii) credit monitoring and management of problem loans; (iii) credit-risk related regulatory framework; (iv) climate risk related matters.
• Knowledge of the EIB’s mission, policies, procedures, organisation and activities and experience in projects (working towards milestone and deadlines) is an advantage;
• Understanding of Internal Audit ’s role, and preferably acquaintance with general audit methodologies and Internal Control Framework;
• Good general knowledge of banking in a regulated environment and compliance is preferred;
• Candidates should have the willingness to study for a professional internal audit qualification such as Certified Internal Auditor during the initial years of service;
• Excellent communication and influencing skills: ability to convince Bank services of audit viewpoints – excellent ability to interact at different levels of hierarchy;
• Knowledge of audit computer tools or data analytics / Business Objects would be an advantage;
• Fluent English report writing skills is a prerequisite
• Excellent knowledge of English and/or French (*), with a good command of the other. Knowledge of other EU languages would be an advantage.

Competencies

Find out more about EIB core competencies here

(*) Unless stated explicitly as a required qualification, a good command of French is not a pre-requisite for hire. As both English and French are however official working languages of the EIB, proficiency in both languages is a pre-requisite for your future career development. Any language clause in your contract must be fulfilled in order for you to be eligible for a promotion (either via the annual appraisal cycle or via an internal selection process). Proficiency is understood to mean the attainment of level 5 of the Inter Institutional language courses, corresponding to B1.2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL). The Bank offers appropriate training support.

We are an equal opportunities employer, who believes that diversity is good for our people and our business. We encourage all suitably qualified and eligible candidates to apply regardless of their gender identity/expression, age, racial, ethnic and cultural background, religion and beliefs, sexual orientation/identity, disability or neurodiversity.

Applicants with specific needs are encouraged to request reasonable accommodations at any stage during the recruitment process. Please contact the EIB Recruitment team [email protected] who will ensure that your request is handled.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge the importance of maintaining the security and integrity of the Information of the EIB Group. In case of selection for the position you agree to comply with all measures (policies, controls, document classification and management) implemented by the EIB Group to prevent unauthorised disclosure of any information or any damage to the EIB Group reputation.

Deadline for applications: 1^st December 2023

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