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Internal Audit is an independent function at JPMorgan Chase & Co. that aims to enhance and protect the firm by providing risk-based and objective assurance, advice and insight.

We work with every Line of Business and Corporate Function to assess the internal control processes that drive our global business — identifying areas of improvement to help safeguard the firm. Using cutting-edge audit technology, data, methodology and sound judgement, we bring a systematic and disciplined approach to evaluating and improving the effectiveness of governance, risk management and controls.

We're proud of our reputation for excellence, integrity and collaboration. Our priorities of strong governance, transparency and strategic engagement, along with our people-first culture centered around diversity, equity, inclusion, teamwork, career progression and continuous learning, have helped us create a coveted workplace where everyone feels like they belong.

Our global team is made up of more than 1,200 talented and passionate individuals in more than 20 countries around the world.

The role is within the EMEA AML Corporate Functions Internal Audit Team, primarily covering International Consumer Bank (‘ICB’), retail banking KYC but also other financial crime compliance areas such as AML investigations, transaction monitoring, client list screening and sanctions compliance.

As an Auditor within the ICB KYC Audit Team you will plan, execute, and document audits, partnering closely with EMEA as well as global Audit colleagues and business stakeholders, and use judgment to strengthen internal controls.

Job responsibilities:

• Plan, execute, document, and participate in audit engagements, taking ownership for assigned tasks, and produce quality deliverables to both department and professional standards.
• Work closely with global Audit colleagues in the early identification of emerging control issues and report them in a timely manner to Audit management and business stakeholders.
• Recognize the confidential nature of Internal Audit communications and access to information; exercise discipline in protecting the confidentiality and security of information in accordance with firm policy.
• Finalize audit findings and use judgment to provide an overall opinion on the control environment by developing recommendations to strengthen internal controls.
• Communicate audit findings to management and identify opportunities for improvement in the design and effectiveness of key controls.

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills:

• You will have experience of internal or external auditing, assurance testing, or relevant KYC/AML experience, as the experience you bring to the table will help ensure your success in delivering the audits work you will be responsible for. We’re open to reviewing your application even if you do not have auditing experience, as long as transferrable skills can be demonstrated.
• You will have a strong understanding of financial crime compliance regulatory requirements, especially UK KYC - related.
• To be able to operate as an effective auditor, you will have a solid understanding of internal control concepts and the ability to evaluate and determine the adequacy of controls for a given set of risks, including probability and impact of an internal control weakness.
• You will have strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills in order to build trust and credibility with colleagues and stakeholders, while also influencing the actions of the business to improve its control environment.
• We work in a dynamic environment so you will have a proven ability to multi-task and prioritise effectively.
• You will have strong analytical skills with thorough attention to detail.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• KYC and other financial crime compliance (AML, sanctions, etc.) experience.
• ACAMs / ICA Diploma or other AML certification (or willing to pursue).
• ACA, ACCA, CIA certifications or other relevant qualification.