Internal Auditor

EMEA Recruitment is partnering with a leading oil and gas client to recruit an Internal Auditor in Geneva, Switzerland.

This role is responsible for leading and conducting on-field audits, gaining first-hand insights into operations and ensuring compliance with internal policies and procedures.

Key responsibilities of the Internal Auditor:

• Plan and deliver risk-based internal audits across multiple business functions, including on-site and remote reviews
• Assess operational processes and internal controls, identifying risks and opportunities for improvement
• Evaluate compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements and industry standards
• Review financial crime and regulatory control frameworks, including customer due diligence, sanctions, anti-bribery and anti-money laundering processes
• Prepare clear audit reports with practical recommendations and support stakeholders in implementing agreed actions
• Conduct root cause analysis of operational risk events and recommend sustainable control improvements
• Analyse operational and risk data to identify trends, emerging risks and areas requiring enhanced oversight
• Partner with business teams to develop effective risk assessment criteria and strengthen the overall control environment

Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CIA, CPA, CISA) is a plus
• Min. 3 years of experience in internal audit, risk management, or related field within the energy commodity trading industry
• Proven experience supporting audits and understanding complex operations to deliver comprehensive and risk-based audits in short periods
• Knowledge of AML, KYC, sanctions regulations, trading controls, UK Bribery Act, and trade compliance.
• Full proficiency communicating in English in a business context (verbally & in writing)
• Willingness to travel, min 30%

Candidates with a background in middle or back office functions are also strongly encouraged to apply


EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We welcome all applications regardless of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.