Institutional Shareholder Services

Location: New York, NY, US
Type: Full time
Req ID: JR_6849

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ISS Stoxx is hiring! The Head of Internal Audit’s primary purpose is to provide independent and objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve an organization’s operation. The purpose of this function is to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes. The role also involves working in developing and providing input to Executive Management on control environment issues.

Tasks/responsibilities

• Manage the internal audit activities effectively to ensure it improves and adds value to the organizations’ operations, and support compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
• Plan and execute audits based on a risk analysis to examine and evaluate the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of risk management, control and governance processes.
• Report periodically to the executive management and senior management on the internal audit activity's purpose, authority, responsibility, and performance relative to its plan as well as risk exposures and control issues, corporate governance issues and other matters needed or requested by the Executive Management and Senior Management.
• Report to the relevant committees, external auditors and regulators as required.
• Support management and provide consultancy services in the proposals for and implementation of adequate internal controls or significant projects.
• Supervise, coach and develop the members of audit staff.
• Define, drive and manage initiatives and projects to foster innovation, digitalization and agile ways of working.
• Promote audits conform to the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (i.e. Audit Procedure Manual) and relevant regulation.

Qualifications/required skills

• University degree preferably in economics, administration, law or science, and/or a comparable training or professional formation.
• 10+ years professional experience in the financial industry, especially in an audit or compliance function or risk management in a regulated institution. In-depth understanding of a financial institution’s business strategy, processes and operational requirements. Knowledge of relevant laws and regulation as well as best practices and industry standards.
• Relevant professional certificates such as CIA, CISA, ACCA, CRISM, CPA or other.
• In-depth practical and professional experience from a managerial position.
• Highly motivated, pro-active, self-managed, high work ethics, goal-oriented approach coupled with analytical skills. Work under pressure with high degree of reliability and sense of urgency and execution.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex topics in a structured way and present them in accordance with different target audiences, such as senior management, auditees or regulators.

• Inclusive leadership style, leveraging diversity and ability to lead and work well with international teams based in different locations.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English; German language skills will be a plus

Base salary: The New York City expected base pay range is $150,000 to $175,000 per year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and level of education. This role is bonus eligible.

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What you can expect from us

Our people are the moving force behind ISS Stoxx. We are dedicated to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry and empowering them with the resources and support to enhance their career, health, financial and personal well-being.

We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. We are invested in our people and are working every day to ensure a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.

Let’s empower, collaborate, and inspire one another.

Let’s be #BrilliantTogether.

About ISS STOXX

ISS STOXX GmbH is a leading provider of research and technology solutions for the financial market. Established in 1985, we offer top-notch benchmark and custom indices globally, helping clients identify investment opportunities and manage portfolio risks. Our services cover corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence. Majority-owned by Deutsche Börse Group, ISS STOXX has over 3,400 professionals in 33 locations worldwide, serving around 6,400 clients, including institutional investors and companies focused on ESG, cyber, and governance risk. Clients trust our expertise to make informed decisions for their stakeholders' benefit.

Visit our website: https://www.issgovernance.com

View additional open roles: https://www.issgovernance.com/join-the-iss-team/

We are proud to offer the following featured benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision – multiple PPO plans to choose from

• 401(k) Plan with a competitive Company Match up to 9% inclusive of Safe Harbor contribution

• FSA and Commuter benefit programs

• Generous Paid Time Off (annualized minimum of 20 days vacation, 11 holidays and separate paid sick leave)

• Flexible Work & Hybrid policies may apply

• Paid Parental Leave

• Mid-town - centrally located near Grand Central Station and Port Authority

Institutional Shareholder Services Inc. (ISS) is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, ethnicity, creed, religion, sex, age, height, weight, citizenship status, national origin, social origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, pregnancy status, marital status, familial status, mental or physical disability, veteran status, military service or status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). All activities including, but not limited to, recruiting and hiring, recruitment advertising, promotions, performance appraisals, training, job assignments, compensation, demotions, transfers, terminations (including layoffs), benefits, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, are and will be administered on a non-discriminatory basis, consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local requirements. For more information, please view https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters.

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