Lead Auditor - Model

Summary of the positionThe Lead Auditor conducts audit assignments from planning to reporting. This includes an assessment of the audited activity, the performance of tests, analysis and controls and the issuance of recommendations. He/she is responsible for the consistency and comprehensiveness of the audit deliverables and, under the supervision of a Local Head of Audit, a Regional Supervisor or an Audit Manager, for drafting the debriefing presentation to management and the final report. He/she usually leads a team of several auditors. He/she may also perform himself/herself some controls.He/she generally, but not exclusively, supervises audit assignments that have a focus on model risks. He/she provides support to other IGE Managers for assignments where model risks expert knowledge and competencies are needed. He/she monitors the proper implementation of recommended corrective actions addressing these risks.Key ResponsibilitiesI – Conduct of assignment- To assess the risks of the audited activities and to validate the related control environment for its design and operating effectiveness- To review and challenge the processes and controls in view of their respective purpose and mandates as well as the related risks, relying on fact based and documented audit works- To verify the audited unit’s compliance with internal policies and procedures and the applicable laws and regulations- To monitor the fieldwork carried out by the team and to adjust the fields of audit to the risks identified,- To maintain close communication with the Audit Manager / Head of Local Audit/ Regional Supervisor on audit progress following the pre-set timeframe- To notify immediately the Audit Manager / Regional Supervisor / Head of Local Audit of any major control weaknesses identified during the audit review and comply with any escalation policy in the bank- To manage and organize interviews, debriefing meetings of conclusions with Management impacted by the audit- To follow up, review and finalize with Management on response to the draft audit report and prepare for the final audit report publication- To ensure that audit deliverables are in adherence to the IGE/IGL Methodologies as per the Audit CharterII – Management of a team during an assignment- Define objectives and perform end of assignment assessment for the team allocated during an assignment- Prepare assignment planning and allocate work streams by team member and manage projects/tasks/staff and budget resources efficiently- Ensure collaborative and productive relationship within the team and a good coordination throughout the International Network and with auditees- Contribute to the continuous improvement of the team, for instance by training team members on international sanctions regulation, or on new topics upon request from Audit Manager / Regional Supervisor / Head of Local Audit #J-18808-Ljbffr