Junior Assistant (60-80%) - Technology Risk - IT Audit / EMEIA Financial Services

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Our Technology Risk team has many specialists who offer our clients, renowned banks and financial institutions, audit and advisory services on issues related to the assessment and management of IT risks, as well as data security and confidentiality.

As a Junior Assistant in Technology Risk alongside your studies, you are embarking on an exciting journey into the world of organizations in context of information technology, eager to learn and apply your growing knowledge across various national and international financial institutions. As a collaborative team member, you thrive in both physical and virtual environments, working closely with inspiring colleagues both locally and globally. You are beginning to navigate the network, supporting Assistants, Seniors, Managers and Partners in executing assignments with efficiency and effectiveness. Under the guidance of experienced professionals, you are building your expertise and growing step by step in your role. Your journey is marked by a commitment to learning and a readiness to contribute to the success of your clients and your team.

Your key responsibilities

• Support the team in the examination of IT control of various financial institutions in a highly regulated environment (e.g. FINMA-supervised banks and insurance companies), within the scope of  specific IT audits and/or IT advisory engagements  IT General Controls review, IT audits based on regulatory or group-wide requirements, IT audit projects on client request, IT Due Diligence projects, SOCR framework audits or other third-party assurance engagements)
• Support with performing audit procedures to ensure they meet the audit objectives, learning the importance of each step
• Help with the documentation of audit projects, ensuring timeliness and compliance with the audit standards including our global audit methodology and best practices under the guidance of experienced colleagues
• Use of data-driven audit tools and analytics solutions (e.g. EY Helix), along with first exposure to topics such as cloud, SAP and artificial intelligence, to make IT audits more efficient and insightful
• Contribution to the preparation of audit reports that are presented to clients and other parties
• Collaborate with the audit team, maintaining open lines of communication, and keeping senior team members informed about the progress of assignments
• Engage in an educational program to continuously develop your personal skills and grow your knowledge base in IT auditing

What we look for

• You are at the beginning or in the middle of your Bachelor's studies in (business) informatics, business administration or a comparable field of study (university/university of applied sciences). If you are already pursuing a Master's degree, please apply for our position as Assistant - Technology Risk – IT Audit / EMEIA Financial Services Ref. Nr.: 1723292, which is also available on a part-time basis (min. 60%)
• Interest in current developments in the financial services sector as well as in regulatory topics (e.g. FINMA)
• Affinity for technology, data and innovation
• Team player with a collaborative approach
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Clear and impactful communication style
• Entrepreneurial and performance-oriented mindset
• Independent and structured way of working, with a forward-thinking mindset and personal initiative
• Fluent in English is required, German and additional languages are an advantage

What’s in it for you

Here at EY, you’ll have the chance to build a truly exceptional experience. We’ll empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential. Through our coaching and training programs, you’ll develop the skills you need to stay relevant today and, in the future, – all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond.

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