Internal Audit Manager - German market

Overview

In this role you will help build Qonto's internal audit function and ensure robust oversight of the German market while contributing to Group audits. You will lead audit missions for the German branch, collaborate with local providers, and participate in centralized process audits to strengthen controls. You'll monitor recommendations, engage in local governance, and assist with annual risk assessment. This is a chance to shape audit methodology from scratch in a fast-growing fintech environment.

Retribuzione / Benefits

• Tailor-made career track
• Inclusive work environment
• Offices in Paris, Berlin, Milan
• Meal vouchers
• Public transportation reimbursement
• Health insurance

Responsabilità

• Lead audit missions for the German branch and coordinate with local providers to ensure regulatory compliance
• Participate in centralized audits of core processes (fraud management, operational risks, etc.)
• Follow up on audit recommendations with timely monitoring
• Engage in local governance activities for the German branch (Risk Committee, risk reporting, authorities meetings)
• Assist Head of Internal Audit with annual risk assessment for the German branch

Requisiti fondamentali

• Internal audit expertise in banking or payment institutions, ideally with CIA certification
• Fluent in German and English; strong understanding of German compliance regulations (AML)
• Independent leadership capable of managing audit missions and relationships with local providers
• Clear written and verbal communication of audit findings to diverse audiences
• Strong critical thinking; ability to defend positions and influence stakeholders
• Independence and self-motivation
• Clear communication
• Critical thinking
• Internal audit in banking or payments
• Regulatory compliance (AML)
• Fraud management