Director of Group Internal Audit

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Join Raisin GmbH, a dominant entity in the fintech arena, poised to redefine the landscape of wealth management technology in Germany and beyond. As we embark on a transformative trajectory characterized by significant growth and expansion, we are in pursuit of a seasoned Director of Group Internal Audit to be the cornerstone of our evolving corporate governance architecture.

This pivotal role calls for a stalwart professional, adept at navigating the intricate fabric of the German and EU financial regulatory landscape, and spearheading robust audit, the integrity, efficiency, and effectiveness of our internal controls and risk management processes that align with our dynamic, forward-thinking business blueprint.

Your Responsibilities

Leadership and Strategy
- Foster a collaborative and supportive team culture, nurturing talent and encouraging professional growth among team members, instilling a culture of transparency, accountability, and innovation that transcends traditional boundaries.
- Act as a key advisor to the Managing Directors, reporting to the COO and supervisory board, in line with evolving regulatory requirements
- Lead the creation of the audit subcommittee of the supervisory board, laying the groundwork for a strong governance structure as the company evolves.
- Assume a proactive stance in challenging the status quo, fostering a culture that encourages constructive discourse and problem-solving at all levels of the organization while ensuring factually sound and objective audit results in terms of audit execution, recommendations and reporting.

Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management
- Develop and implement a comprehensive internal audit framework, adhering to stringent German and EU regulations, including EBA Guidelines on corporate governance, KWG (Kreditwesengesetz) and MaRisk.
- Spearhead the establishment of a Group Internal Audit, focusing on fortifying group-wide governance structures, coordinating with internal audit functions at legal entities to the extent necessary for the alignment of the internal audit program and particularly bolstering the robustness of the internal audit function at Raisin Bank AG, a subsidiary of Raisin GmbH.
- Leverage expertise in at least three of the following domains: Information Technology (including cloud infrastructure), Information Security and Business Continuity Management, Operational Risk Management (including IT risks), and Anti-Money Laundering and countering the financing of terrorism.
- Maintain an agile approach to adapt to evolving regulatory landscapes, ensuring compliance with new directives as they emerge.
- Innovate and streamline internal audit processes, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and agility.

External Audit Facilitation
- Collaborate closely with external auditing firms and regulatory bodies to facilitate various external audits, including ISAE3402, SOC 1, SOC 2 and others.
- Liaise with the existing head of internal audit of Raisin GmbH, integrating their experience and insights into the broader audit strategy and leveraging their expertise in facilitating external audits.
- Determination of audit objectives taking into account entity-specific aspects.
- Promoting the acceptance and establishment of Group Internal Audit as a competent advisor and partner for all stakeholders including our regulators.

Your Profile
- A master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or another relevant field. a relevant master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA) is highly preferred; a similar German certification would be a significant asset.
- Proven experience in a similar role, possibly as a director or partner at an auditing firm, or having managed audits in a different managerial role with a strong background in auditing regulatory compliance.
- A deep understanding of the German and EU financial regulatory landscape.
- Proven track record in a fast-paced fintech or financial services environment, demonstrating the ability to adapt and innovate.
- Proven track record as an internal audit leader in a publicly listed company with a history of successfully addressing complex audit challenges.
- Substantial knowledge and experience with banking and capital markets, particularly within a public company context along with the ability to anticipate future trends in the financial sector and adapt audit strategies accordingly.
- Proficiency in both English and German.
- Commitment to fostering a positive and supportive team environment.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, able to foster seamless collaboration across teams and engage in constructive conflict.

Join our mission, join our team - and grow with us

At Raisin, we care about each other and it is one of our top priorities to foster an open and caring environment in which everyone feels welcome and comfortable. Our culture is strongly driven by our ambitious team, which, connects more than 40 different nationa