Assistant Internal Auditor

Excellent opportunity for anyone with fluent MANDARIN and recent experience as an Assistant INTERNAL AUDITOR or with 3 years in this specialist field who is now looking for their next step. This is a corporate banking role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop a comprehensive understanding of banking operations and risk management within an international setting. You will be part of a professional team where your contribution is valued. Ideally you will need contribute to the development of audit strategy and planning, perform audit reviews and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while providing valuable insights to senior management team.

Job Title Assistant Internal Auditor

Location London

Work style: 1 Day WFH

Salary: Competitive

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Head of Internal Audit to develop, implement, and maintain the London Branch Internal Audit strategy and annual audit plan.
• Deliver end-to-end internal audit reviews, including planning, fieldwork, testing, and producing clear, well-structured audit reports.
• Represent the Internal Audit function at key management and governance committees when required.
• Take ownership of the audit issues tracking database, ensuring findings are accurately recorded and that remediation actions are followed up and validated within agreed timelines.
• Support financial audits by reviewing accounting records, assessing compliance, and identifying discrepancies or control weaknesses.
• Analyse financial and operational data to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist in testing and evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls across business functions.
• Ensure all audit activities are conducted in line with UK regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Communicate audit findings, risks, and practical recommendations clearly to audit leadership and senior management.
• Maintain comprehensive, accurate, and well-organised audit documentation, including working papers and audit files.

Qualifications & Skills

• A proactive, self motivated, and well organised individual who shows initiative and ownership.
• Sound understanding of accounting principles, financial statements, and internal audit methodologies.
• Strong analytical capability, with confidence in working with data to identify patterns, risks, and practical insights.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across all levels of the organisation.
• Clear and confident communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex issues in a straightforward and persuasive manner.
• Strong attention to detail and a structured, methodical approach to reviewing processes and validating information.
• Practical understanding of IT systems, applications, and related control environments.
• Flexible and adaptable, able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Relevant financial products knowledge within a banking or financial services context.
• Mandarin fluency is a strong advantage given the business environment.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.