Internal Audit (Associate), Frankfurt

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Veröffentlicht am 29.05.2026
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Internal Audit (Associate), Frankfurt

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About Jefferies

Jefferies is a leading global, full-service investment banking and capital markets firm. The firm provides advisory, sales and trading, research, and asset management services across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Jefferies is committed to building long-term relationships with clients and delivering differentiated insight, execution, and service.

Position Overview

Jefferies is seeking an Internal Audit Associate to join the Internal Audit team in Frankfurt. The role will support the planning and execution of audit engagements across the organization, helping to evaluate internal controls, identify risks, and ensure compliance with regulatory and professional standards. This role involves collaborating closely with senior business stakeholders, contributing to high‑quality audit reports, and upholding a culture of integrity and accountability.

The successful candidate will work closely with colleagues across Internal Audit, Compliance, Risk, Operations, Finance, Technology, and front-office business areas. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated audit professional to gain broad exposure to a global investment banking platform and contribute to a high-performing, collaborative control function.

Key Responsibilities

Support the delivery of the annual Internal Audit plan for Jefferies’ Frankfurt office and relevant EMEA entities

Participate in end-to-end audit engagements, including planning, walkthroughs, control testing, issue validation, and reporting

Assess the design and operating effectiveness of controls across business, operational, financial, regulatory, and technology-related processes

Prepare clear, concise, and well-supported audit workpapers in accordance with Internal Audit methodology and professional standards

Identify control weaknesses, root causes, and practical recommendations to enhance the control environment

Assist in drafting audit findings and reports for senior management review

Track and validate remediation of audit issues, ensuring actions are completed effectively and on time

Develop strong working relationships with stakeholders across the firm while maintaining independence and professional challenge

Stay informed of relevant regulatory developments

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Internal Audit function, including methodology, data analytics, and audit efficiency enhancements

Skills and Experience

Relevant experience in internal audit, preferably gained from within financial services

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, Law, Information Systems, or a related discipline

An understanding of investment banking, capital markets, broker-dealer, or banking activities is preferred

Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess risks, evaluate controls, and draw well-reasoned conclusions

Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with audit management tools or data analytics applications is a plus

Professional qualifications are desirable but not required

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Standort

Jefferies, Frankfurt

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