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BBVA is a global company with more than 160 years of history that operates in more than 25 countries where we serve more than 80 million customers. We are more than 121,000 professionals working in multidisciplinary teams with profiles as diverse as financiers, legal experts, data scientists, developers, engineers and designers.
About the job:
Based in Hong Kong , you will join the Internal Audit team responsible for reviewing BBVA´s CIB activities across Asia (Hong Kong, Singapore, Taipei, Shanghai and Tokyo).
The role involves executing audits with a strong focus on understanding business processes, assessing risks and providing meaningful insights to senior management
Key Responsibilities
Lead or participate in review engagements across CIB activities, from planning to reporting
Analyze business processes , risk frameworks and control environments to identify key risk areas
Identify key risks, challenge existing practices and propose practical improvements
Develop a strong understanding of audited businesses through stakeholder interaction and data analysis
Perform analytical reviews, audit testing and data-driven assessments to identify control weaknesses and risk exposures
Translate complex issues into clear, structured and actionable insights
Prepare high-quality audit reports and presentations for senior stakeholders
Engage with management across different functions and geographies throughout the audit process
Contribute to broader audit activities , including risk assessments, thematic reviews and follow-up actions
Requirements
8–12 years of professional experience within financial institutions, in one or more of the following areas: internal audit, risk management, or consulting (e.g. strategy, risk advisory, business transformation), with experience leading or significantly contributing to audit and other review engagements, and interacting with senior management.
Strong understanding of banking activities , ideally within CIB (Global Markets, Lending, Trade Finance, AML/CTF, Risk Management).
Proven ability to think critically and analyze complex problems, to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders , adapting communication style as needed; and to work in project-based environments
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are required, with the ability to clearly explain complex topics and strong report-writing capabilities.
Mandarin is required, including the ability to read and communicate effectively in a professional environment (written skills are not required).
Knowledge of Cantonese or Spanish is a plus
Degree in Finance, Business, Engineering or similar
Professional certifications (CIA, CFA, FRM, etc.) are a plus
Strong analytical skills , with advanced Excel proficiency. Experience with other data analysis tools (ACL, SQL, Python) and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Gmail) is a plus.
Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence in a professional environment is a plus.
Experience working in international environments and willingness to travel
Skills:
Audit Processes, Banking, Finance, Internal Auditing, Verbal Communications, Written Communication
At BBVA we are leading the transformation of banking worldwide, united in pursuing our goal of bringing the age of opportunity to everyone. Firmly focused on the future, our on-going digital transformation is already producing disruptive innovations that power our vision of banking.
Every one of our 121,486 employees, from branch staff to senior leaders, plays an essential role in giving our 71.5 million customers the cutting edge banking solutions that they deserve. Building on 166 years of history we know the importance of constant development, which is why we place so much confidence in the collaborative working environment that enables our people to grow and excel.
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