Senior Associate (Internal Audit)

We’re a leading Investor Services group offering end-to-end services in administration, accounting, reporting, regulatory and compliance needs of the investment sector worldwide.  We employ a global workforce of 5,800+ people across 25 jurisdictions and have assets under administration (AUA) exceeding US$750 billion. We work with 13 of the world’s top-15 private equity firms.  

Our services are underpinned by a Group-wide commitment to ESG and best-in-class technology including a global data platform and innovative proprietary tools supported by in-house experts.  

Above all, what makes us different is our people. Operating as trusted partners to our clients, we deliver intelligent solutions through a combination of technical expertise and strong relationships based on deep client understanding.  

We’re driven by our Group purpose, to power people and possibilities.  

What you will do

Job Purpose

The role is part of IQ‑EQ Regulatory Compliance’s Internal Audit and Projects team and is responsible for delivering internal audit engagements to clients, with a primary focus on fund management companies. The role supports clients in meeting regulatory obligations, strengthening internal controls, and enhancing governance frameworks in line with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

Core Responsibilities:

• You conduct internal audit engagements for clients, primarily fund management companies, in line with regulatory requirements and industry best practices
• You obtain and apply a strong understanding of the asset management industry, regulatory frameworks, and client business models
• You assess key risks and evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls during audit fieldwork
• You draft audit working papers, follow‑up request lists, and internal audit reports highlighting findings and recommendations
• You liaise directly with clients and internal stakeholders throughout the audit cycle and provide ad‑hoc project support as required

What we offer

• Comprehensive remuneration and pension: motivating financial packages based upon market rates for your role and is proportionate to your qualifications, level of experiences and skills profile
• Wellbeing: additional social benefits such as private health and dental cover, life assurance and etc
• Annual leave: our employees are entitled to 25 days paid leave plus all statutory public holidays
• Maternity and paternity leave, education leave and etc
• Flexible working: we recognise the value of working flexibly and want to ensure all employees enjoy an excellent work-life blend. As such, we are open to conversations with employees related to setting up flexible working arrangement

Essential

• You have 2–5 years of relevant experience in audit (preferably financial institutions) or in‑house compliance within the financial services industry
• You possess knowledge of the asset management industry and Singapore’s regulatory regime (an advantage)
• You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• You are detail‑oriented, organised, and able to work independently as well as collaboratively
• You demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with proficiency in MS Word and Excel

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU AND THE ENVIRONMENT  

Sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on us building and maintaining long-term relationships with all our stakeholders – including our employees, clients, and local communities – while also reducing our impact on our natural environment.  

There is always more we can, and should do, to improve – whether in relation to our people, our clients, our planet, or our governance. Our ongoing success as a business depends on our sustainability and agility in a changing and challenging global landscape. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse culture for our people, led by our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion steering committee. 

Our learning and development programmes and systems (including PowerU and MyCampus) enable us to invest in growing our employees’ careers, while our hybrid working approach supports our employees in achieving balance and flexibility while remaining connected to their colleagues. We want to empower our 5,800+ employees - from 94 nationalities, across 25 countries - to each achieve their potential.  Through IQ-EQ Launchpad we support women managers launching their first fund, in an environment where only 15% of all private equity and venture capital firms are gender balanced.

We’re committed to growing relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our clients’ sustainability and success leads to our sustainability and success. We’re emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.