The Internal Audit team supports Euronext in achieving its objectives by providing independent, objective assurance and advisory services to help management evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes.

The Euronext Internal Audit Team is composed of 15 auditors located throughout Europe. The internal Audit function is undergoing a substantial transformation in order to adapt to the recent growth of Euronext. Euronext is strengthening its audit function by building a strong audit community as part of the matrix organization of the Euronext federal model. Internal Auditors are working both locally and across the geographical entities where Euronext is established. They are covering all underlying activities such as markets, CSDs, Clearing House, post trade, corporate services and other smaller entities of the group; as well as all support functions such as IT, Compliance, Risk etc. The Euronext internal audit department scope is the entire Euronext group with all the diverse and complex activities that compose it.

The team reports the Head of Internal Audit who is based in Paris.

The main ambition for 2022 is maintaining a high quality effective, efficient and independent internal audit function with expert auditors bringing added value to Euronext through pertinent audit reports and recommendations. And through the transformation of the audit function and the establishment of a strong audit pan European community, attaining the maturity of the audit function necessary to deliver the high-quality results expected by Euronext.

Role Summary

The IT Internal Auditor has a responsibility on for the monitoring and follow up of a scope on a continuous monitoring basis and is primarily responsible for performing audits on IT and special projects on a risk-based approach throughout the entire group, covering the diversity of IT topics that may arise in the complex and dynamic environment of Euronext. Responsibilities include reviewing the design, effectiveness and efficiency of financial, operational, and information technology processes and procedures and internal controls to identify risks and determine compliance with Group policies and industry best practices. The IT Internal Auditor supervises the audit team on the different planned audits as well as the effective assessment of inherent and residual risk for each IT audit entities. He/She maintains up to date the risk ranking to reflect the constantly evolving IT universe. He/She guarantees the quality of the IT audit reports and proposes recommendations for improvements to mitigate identified high risk but also in the areas of internal controls and cost savings.

Key Accountabilities

• Leading and supervising Audit Assignments on the IT scope. The IT Auditor conducts technical reviews of various systems and business processes successfully from beginning to end. This includes

  • leading, supervising and managing the auditors on the assignment in all aspects of the assigned audit,

  • Identifying and assessing IT-related risks and clearly communicate them to stakeholders.

  • In conjunction with the Chief Audit Executive, develop IT audit programs and testing procedures relevant to risks and test objectives.

  • Communicate assigned tasks to engagement team in a manner that is clear and concise ensuring high quality, accurate, and efficient results.

  • Organize personal effort along with those of junior auditors to be risk-based, productive, and efficient at all times.

  • Ensure adequate documentation of the audit work performed. Perform deep dive analysis, and assess the related risks and controls, design audit controls on the effectiveness of the control environment, evaluate compliance with Company procedures, and identify relevant issues that warrant management's attention, assist in investigations as needed.

  • The IT Audit ensures audit conclusions are based on a complete understanding of the IT processes, circumstances, and risks. He/She is responsible for the identification and communication of the raised issues to the auditees. He/She ensures they are based on obtained and reviewed evidence which is well documented and perfectly supports the audit conclusions. He/She writes clear recommendations with relevant solutions to mitigate the IT and Risk identified and obtains auditees adherence.

  • Guarantee the quality and prepare the formal Audit reports for distribution to management and the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors.

• Follows the implementation of published recommendation to make sure that adequate corrective actions are taken and that actions are effective in remediating the risk in a timely manner.

• Assist in the performance of the annual Risk Assessment exercise and consequently in the development of a risk-based, current and relevant annual audit plan. Is responsible of organizing, managing and supervision the work of consultants and external audit providers in performing audit projects when necessary.

• Develop and maintain positive customer relationships and assists in the development of less experienced staff.

• Ensure adherence with professional standards at all times.

• Ensure adequate focus on personal professional growth relevant to taking on more challenging assignments, in line with standard audit career progression - proactively seek relevant education and training opportunities.

• Perform other related duties assigned.

Profile

Experience

• 5-9 years relevant internal audit experience required

Education & Knowledge

• Bachelors / Master's degree or equivalent

• CISA / CISSP or related certification

Profile

• Autonomous and rigorous professional.

• Experience in IT systems audit. Security, technology or data analysis experience highly desirable.

• Experience in evaluating controls related to COBIT, ITIL, ISO17799 and ISO 27001 & 27002 standards and referential.

• Excellent analytical skills.

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with a proven ability to work effectively between organizations at all levels.

• Excellent interviewing skills.

• Ability to work in teams.

• Ability to effectively elicit information from within and outside Euronext and professionally substantiate findings and conclusions.

• Strong prioritization skills. Must have the ability to multi-task on varying projects and initiatives.

• Flexibility to travel.

• Fluency in English is a must - Portuguese, Dutch, Danish, Norvegian, Italian desirable but not mandatory.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, gender, age, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or any other legally protected factor. We value the unique talents of all our people, who come from diverse backgrounds with different personal experiences and points of view and we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect.