Internal Audit - (Operational Risk) - Vice President

Who are weWe are not your typical financial institution. Its our people who make us a cut above. Here every person is respected because of their differences not in spite of them. We pride ourselves on a culture of purpose passion and compassion. At Mizuho we provide the stability of an international industry leader with the career trajectory of a growing business. Our steady strategic growth gives our people at all levels rewarding degrees of responsibility and a richer work experience than a boutique firm or an established giant could offer alone. Working for Mizuho opens doors not just to a rewarding career with excellent prospects but to lasting friendships with colleagues from diverse cultures. Its the local expertise of our employees that makes our global network so powerful. By collaborating with colleagues and clients who have your same ambition you can amplify your sphere of influence and base of knowledge as part of one of the largestand growingbanks in the world.What is the opportunity Mizuho operates a Three Lines of Defence approach to risk management with Internal Audit forming the third (and last) line. Internal Audit operates independently to assess the effectiveness of key first and second line control processes. Within Internal Audit the Compliance Legal & HR audit team is responsible for assessing the design and operating effectiveness of the firms risk management frameworks and internal controls within the Compliance Legal and HR departments. This ranges from anti-money laundering and surveillance to payroll and regulatory and remuneration code compliance.We are seeking an ambitious auditor to join our IADE team. The main objective of the role involves evaluating the scope and design of the firms internal controls and testing their is the perfect opportunity for a successful auditor to specialise gain specific SME knowledge and to become a part of a growing function. What will you be doing You will be supporting audits covering all aspects of the Risk Management Departments activities. This will involve conducting audits of various risk and controls preparing and reviewing planning identifying key risks executing fieldwork documenting work completed communicating audit issues and validating issue closure requests. Duties will include:Providing professional and objective internal audit and consultancy services to the business on a wide range of assurance matters.Conducting risk assessments and evaluation of internal controls to ensure compliance with regional and Japanese regulations. Assessing and analysing potential risks within processes and systems.Leading comprehensive planning and fieldwork of assignments particularly those with a more complex/challenging scope.Completing quality assignments to deadlines and within budget.Executing assigned testing procedures to assess the effectiveness of internal controls identifying any relevant deficiencies drafting audit issues and validating closure requests.Documenting and reviewing findings and work papers communicating observations to management and preparation of the draft reports.Collaborating with wider IADE and cross-functional teams to enable the implementation of corrective actions and improvement of internal controls.Actively engaging and maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders. Leading continuous monitoring (risk impact analysis) and gathering the appropriate data and information.Actively completing assigned periodic reporting and annual planning activities e.g. audit committee and head office reporting audit universe review risk assessment updates etc.Ensuring compliance with internal audit methodologies quality standards as well as legal and regulatory requirements across the region.Timely and accurate completion of assigned mandatory training and administrative tasks.Supporting IADEs team objectives and initiatives.What do you need to succeedAt least 4 years work experience in internal audit.Knowledge of market model liquidity or operational risk audits is required with a preferable focus on market and operational risk audits.Knowledge of financial services industry/products is required.Knowledge of data analytics would be preferable. Knowledge of IT general controls (ITGCs) testing is also an advantage.Bachelors Degree or equivalent.Actively studying towards or possession of a professional:auditing qualification such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or equivalent; and/oraccounting or risk qualification such as ACA ACCA or equivalent.Effective communication skills at all levels of the business.Great organisational and time management skills.Strong numerical and analytical skills.Demonstrated ability to innovate support change and solve problems.Collaborative nature to contribute to a successful team performance.Language skills are an asset but not essential. What Mizuho can offer youHere at Mizuho there are fantastic progression opportunities and clear paths to promotion. We will give you ample opportunity to affect change and to help grow our business.In addition to the great opportunity outlined above we are also currently able to offer:Competitive starting salary plus discretionary bonusNon-contributory pension27 days annual leaveCore working hours*Hybrid working – office and home based*Virtual GPWellbeing benefits including Mental Health Allies and First Aiders*For applicable roles onlyAt Mizuho we embrace flexible ways of working when the role permits. We offer different working arrangements like part-time job-sharing and hybrid (office and home) working. Our purpose-led culture and global infrastructure help us connect collaborate and work together in agile ways to meet all our business needs.At Mizuho we are committed to supporting equality diversity and equality and seek to create a workplace that is fully inclusive. We welcome applications from all sections of the community that we operate in and from all ethnic backgrounds sexual orientation beliefs gender identities and disabilitiesIf you require more information about our equal opportunities policy or wish to discuss any accessibility requirements or reasonable adjustments please contact the recruitment team and we will be happy to help. Key Skills Computer Science,Operational Risk Management,Risk Management,Six Sigma,Continuous Improvement,Lean,Process Improvement,Pricing,Customer Support,Alteryx,Kaizen,Project Management Lifecycle Employment Type : Intern Experience: years Vacancy: 1