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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 Associate 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
Support the delivery of the annual Internal Audit plan for Jefferies’ Frankfurt office and relevant EMEA entitiesParticipate in end-to-end audit engagements, including planning, walkthroughs, control testing, issue validation, and reportingAssess the design and operating effectiveness of controls across business, operational, financial, regulatory, and technology-related processesPrepare clear, concise, and well-supported audit workpapers in accordance with Internal Audit methodology and professional standardsIdentify control weaknesses, root causes, and practical recommendations to enhance the control environmentAssist in drafting audit findings and reports for senior management reviewTrack and validate remediation of audit issues, ensuring actions are completed effectively and on timeDevelop strong working relationships with stakeholders across the firm while maintaining independence and professional challengeStay informed of relevant regulatory developments Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Internal Audit function, including methodology, data analytics, and audit efficiency enhancementsSkills and Experience
Relevant experience in internal audit, preferably gained from within financial servicesBachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, Law, Information Systems, or a related disciplineAn understanding of investment banking, capital markets, broker-dealer, or banking activities is preferredStrong analytical skills with the ability to assess risks, evaluate controls, and draw well-reasoned conclusionsStrong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple prioritiesProficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with audit management tools or data analytics applications is a plusProfessional qualifications are desirable but not requiredLI-JD
