Internal Audit (Assistant Vice President), Frankfurt

About Jefferies

Jefferies is a leading global, full-service investment banking and capital markets firm. The firm provides advisory, sales and trading, research, and asset management services across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Jefferies is committed to building long-term relationships with clients and delivering differentiated insight, execution, and service.

Position Overview

Jefferies is seeking an Internal Audit (AVP) to join the Internal Audit team in Frankfurt. The role will support the planning and execution of audit engagements across the organization, helping to evaluate internal controls, identify risks, and ensure compliance with regulatory and professional standards. This role involves collaborating closely with senior business stakeholders, contributing to high‑quality audit reports, and upholding a culture of integrity and accountability.

The successful candidate will work closely with colleagues across Internal Audit, Compliance, Risk, Operations, Finance, Technology, and front-office business areas. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated audit professional to gain broad exposure to a global investment banking platform and contribute to a high-performing, collaborative control function.

Key Responsibilities 

Audit Execution & Compliance

• Maintain compliance with the firm’s audit methodology, industry best practices, applicable regulations, and internal/external professional standards
• Developing audit scope and work programs independently by identifying potential risks and corresponding controls
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and identify control weaknesses
• Leading audits locally, participating globally (including IT Audits)

Stakeholder Engagement

• Lead and participate in walkthrough meetings and interviews with business stakeholders to gain a solid understanding of business processes
• Engage in ongoing discussions with stakeholders during audit engagements to communicate progress, issues, and concerns
• Develop a detailed understanding of the 1^st line business activities, understand ongoing projects and regulatory background

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare clear and complete workpapers that demonstrate appropriate execution of audit procedures, including detailed lead sheets and documentation that supports conclusions and enables full re‑performance
• Assist in drafting audit reports and communicating audit results using appropriate business and technical language
• Generate meaningful and insightful audit observations that clearly explain significance, risk impact, and implications for risk management practices

Professional Conduct & Delivery

• Complete assigned work within established timelines while meeting audit objectives, standards, and regulatory expectations
• Build strong working relationships with peers and business partners while demonstrating integrity, professionalism, and inclusiveness
• Exhibit professional skepticism, sound judgment, and personal accountability throughout all phases of the audit process

Skills and experience

• Relevant experience in internal audit, preferably gained from within financial services. IT Audit experience would be beneficial, but not essential
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, Law, Information Systems, or a related discipline
• An understanding of investment banking, capital markets, broker-dealer, or banking activities is preferred
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess risks, evaluate controls, and draw well-reasoned conclusions
• Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with audit management tools or data analytics applications is a plus
• Professional qualifications are desirable but not required

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