Audit Cross-Function Assistant Vice President

Who we are

United by a sense of purpose towards our customers – to be a trusted partner for the long-term – and our universal banking platform in EMEA, SMBC Group has an international growth agenda and award-winning products, meaning we provide exciting opportunities to work on a diverse range of projects and initiatives. We deliver a full suite of corporate finance products and solutions to our customers as well as investment banking and advisory services, and a range of innovative solutions in global capital markets. Read on to find out how you could enhance your skills and gain valuable experience, by joining us to support our clients transition to a sustainable future.

Role Summary

is the next step in your career at SMBC Group EMEA? We are looking for an Assistant Vice President (Operations) to join the Internal Audit Department (IAD) in London. This role will provide day‑to‑day operational support to the EMEA Internal Audit function.

The position is well suited to an individual with experience in internal audit or audit operations, who is keen to develop their skills in audit planning, reporting, and operational governance. The role holder will support the Operations team in producing management information, creating governance papers, maintaining audit processes, and coordinating routine operational activities for internal and external stakeholders.

Business Area

IAD is an independent function within SMBC Bank International plc, reporting to the Board Audit Committee. IAD provides assurance over the design and operating effectiveness of key controls across the organisation and delivers approximately 80 audit reports annually across EMEA.

The Audit Business Operations team supports the audit function by maintaining consistent processes, supporting audit delivery, and ensuring compliance with internal policies, professional standards, and regulatory requirements.

Position Description

The AVP (Operations) will support a range of operational activities across the EMEA Internal Audit Department. Responsibilities will include:

• Creating the various papers for governance reporting on behalf of the General Managers.
• Supporting the annual audit planning and risk assessment process, including data collection and coordination.
• Preparing management information (MI) on audit delivery, issue tracking, time recording and data gaps in the audit system.
• Maintaining the IAD intranet microsite (SharePoint) and assist with publication of final audit reports.
• Assisting with the maintenance of audit documentation including templates and SharePoint content.
• Providing support for the Archer system, including user queries, data checks, and assisting with testing of system updates.
• Maintaining training records and skills matrices for the department.
• Supporting procurement activities and vendor onboarding relevant to audit operations.
• Assisting with Business Continuity Management processes.

The role requires close collaboration with audit and operations colleagues across EMEA and a willingness to adapt as processes and requirements evolve.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare regular MI packs for Internal Audit management and governance forums.
• Support the collation of audit data across EMEA to assist monitoring of audit delivery and issues.
• Perform data checks to ensure all data is accurate and complete, including reporting.

• Assist with tracking the audit delivery schedule and supporting resource reporting.
• Provide hands‑on support during the annual audit planning cycle and mid‑year updates.
• Maintain the IAD intranet microsite (SharePoint), assist with publication of final audit reports, support adherence to BCP requirements and relevant internal policies, including EUC controls.

• Maintain and update Internal Audit documentation and operational records and ensuring documentation aligns with internal requirements, audit standards, and regulatory expectations.

• Assist with maintaining the audit entity universe and supporting annual risk assessment activities and support periodic updates to the audit plan based on agreed changes.

Competencies

What we offer

For all the expertise and experience you bring to help us make a difference, it’s only sustainable if we support you to build your career and be your best self so we offer competitive company benefits, centred around promoting positive well-bring and work-life balance. We also believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, where all team members perspectives and contributions are valued. Initiatives in place which promote a diverse and inclusive culture and healthy work life balance include hybrid working, Sport & Social Clubs and Diversity and Inclusion networks.

As an employee of SMBC you have access to a host of both useful and exciting benefit offerings. See below some of the benefits on offer to you:

• Hybrid and flexible working 
• Competitive paid leave days
• Benefits to support your physical wellbeing, including private medical insurance and life and invalidity insurance 
• Various policies to support your mental wellbeing, including a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services  
• Access a wide range of learning and development opportunities and career progression opportunities 
• Ambitious remuneration package

So, if you like a challenge and want to continuously grow and develop in a role where you will be supported along the way by a dynamic and diverse team, apply today!!