Associate, Business Audit (1-year contract)

Location: Singapore

Job Function: Internal Audit Department 

Job Type: Contract

Req ID: 17212 

GIC is one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2,000 employees across 11 locations around the world, we invest in more than 40 countries globally across asset classes and businesses. Working at GIC gives you exposure to an extraordinary network of the world’s industry leaders. As a leading global long-term investor, we Work at the Point of Impact for Singapore’s financial future, and the communities we invest in worldwide.

Internal Audit Department

We provide an independent assessment of GIC’s governance, risk management and internal control environment to key collaborators including the Board of Directors, audit committee, and senior management.

Business Audit

You will provide assurance and advisory services across investment groups, both public and private markets, and corporate services functions.
 
We are seeking for potential talents to join our Internal Audit Department on a 1-year contract as an Associate in the Business Audit team. Candidates with a strong background and/or audit experience in regulatory compliance and risk management processes in the financial industry or have worked in Internal Audit will be preferred.

What Impact can you make in this role?

You will be part of a high performing team known for collaboration and fostering a strong governance and control environment in GIC.

What will you do as an Internal Auditor (Contract)?

• Support the evaluation of risk management, control and governance processes within the Group, applying a sound foundation of risk and control knowledge.


• Execute audits covering front-to-back investment and operational processes, contributing to assigned audit tasks under the guidance of Team Leads/Managers.


• Work closely with Team Leads/Managers to perform testing, document workpapers, and assist in drafting audit findings.


• Engage with stakeholders to gather information and support business monitoring and risk assessment activities.


• Build and maintain collaborative working relationships within the internal audit team to support the firm's control environment.


• Apply data analytics (DA) in audits where required, with support from the DA team.

What qualifications or skills should you possess in the role?

• Degree in Accounting and Finance, Business Management, or Business Analytics.


• At least 3 years of working experience in the Banking and Financial Services industry, with a good understanding of financial products.


• A dependable team player with a strong interest in financial processes and internal auditing.


• Self-driven, with a learning mindset and a willingness to build up financial markets knowledge.


• Able to prioritise tasks and exercise sound judgement on when to escalate issues.


• Engages and collaborates well within the team and across functions.


• Demonstrates initiative, pro-activity, and accountability for assigned work.


• Good oral and written communication skills.


• Familiarity with data analytics and visualisation tools such as Python, SQL, or Tableau is an advantage.

Work at the Point of Impact

We need to be forward-looking to attract the right people to help us become the Leading Global Long-term Investor. Join our ambitious, agile, and diverse teams - be empowered to push boundaries and pursue innovative ideas, share your views, and be heard. Be anchored on our PRIME Values: Prudence, Respect, Integrity, Merit and Excellence, which guides us in how we make our day-to-day decisions. We strive to inspire. To make an impact.

Flexibility at GIC

At GIC, our offices are vibrant hubs for ideation, professional growth, and interpersonal connection. At the same time, we believe that flexibility allows us to do our best work and be our best selves. Thus, our teams come into the office four days per week to harness the benefits of in-person collaboration, but have the flexibility to choose which days they work from home and adjust this arrangement as situational needs arise.

GIC is an equal opportunity employer

GIC is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please email [email protected] at any point of the application or interview process if adjustments need to be made due to a disability.

Learn more about our Internal Audit Department here:

https://gic.careers/group/internal-audit-department/