Role highlights
Full Time
Permanent
Lead
On-site
The Auditor role at Danske Bank requires a seasoned professional with at least four years of experience in audit, compliance, or risk functions, preferably within Large Corporates & Institutions (LC&I). The candidate should possess a bachelor's degree in finance, auditing, business administration, or a related field, demonstrating foundational knowledge in financial and business principles. Key competencies include leading and managing audit projects across diverse international locations, with a strong focus on payments-related processes and IT systems auditing. The role demands expertise in evaluating internal controls, risk management, and governance frameworks to ensure comprehensive risk coverage and regulatory compliance. Familiarity with LC&I business activities, products, and associated risks is essential, with payments experience considered an advantage. Strong project management skills are critical, including the ability to oversee multiple audits simultaneously while maintaining meticulous attention to detail. Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written, are necessary to build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships and to provide clear insights on audit findings and improvement opportunities. Knowledge of IT and data governance, along with an understanding of regulations related to payments, investor protection, and market integrity, will enhance the candidate's effectiveness. The position offers opportunities for professional growth within Group Internal Audit and requires adaptability to work in a collaborative, international environment, primarily based in Copenhagen, with potential placement in Stockholm or Helsinki for candidates with relevant trading and transaction banking oversight experience.
About the role
Role Summary
- Lead audit projects in a dynamic, international environment at Danske Bank
- Join the Audit LC&I team, focusing on Large Corporates & Institutions (LC&I)
- Contribute to oversight and enhancement of audit practices across Nordic and international locations (US, UK, Poland, Ireland)
- LC&I covers Asset Management, Corporate & Institutional Banking, Investment Banking, Fund Management, Markets, Strategy & Development, and Transaction Banking
- Emphasis on auditing payments-related processes and IT systems auditing
Responsibilities
- Lead or contribute to audit projects within LC&I, ensuring comprehensive risk coverage
- Quality assure the work of others
- Evaluate effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes
- Provide insights on areas for improvement
- Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships with LC&I representatives
- Assist in risk assessment of LC&I business and provide input to audit response
- Stay updated on regulatory developments and industry best practices
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, auditing, business administration, or related field
- Minimum 4 years’ experience in audit, compliance, or risk function
- Experience with LC&I business activities, products, and associated risks (payments experience is an advantage)
- Strong project management skills; ability to manage multiple projects and attention to detail
- Strong communication skills in English (verbal and written)
- Knowledge of IT and data governance (advantage)
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance and regulations related to payments, investor protection, and market integrity (advantage)
Benefits
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within Group Internal Audit and Danske Bank
- Empowering and supportive work environment
- Culture of open-mindedness and collaboration
Location
- Team and most stakeholders based in Copenhagen, Denmark
- Possible to be based in Stockholm, Sweden or Helsinki, Finland for applicants with relevant experience in trading and transaction banking oversight
How to Apply
- Submit your CV and motivational letter detailing your qualifications and relevant LC&I business activities experience
- First interviews will commence after the application period ends
- For inquiries, contact:
- Head of Audit LC&I Wilma Schön: [email protected]
- Head of Audit LC&I and Sustainability Morten Raskov: [email protected]
We look forward to receiving your application!
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