Group Internal Auditor

LYNX is looking for an experienced Group Internal Auditor(16-24 hours) to set up the Internal Audit in Amsterdam. You will contribute to further building and strengthening the Internal Audit Function (IAF) within LYNX brokers. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, flexible, driven, and is committed to establishing the position with a genuine interest in the financial markets. You will be conducting your broad compliance, operational, financial, and IT audit work within an international, highly regulated, and rapidly changing technology-driven environment. You will frequently interact with the management team and closely cooperate with the business and (occasionally) external service providers on audits. You will be working in a pivotal position in our company and will observe and follow up on how the results of your work visibly improve its performance.

What you will do:

• Report directly to the Board of Directors of LYNX.
• Set up the Internal Audit function within LYNX and enhance and protect value by providing risk-based and objective assurance, advice, and insight.
• Proactively pursue relevant information from stakeholders.
• Execute a variety of operational, compliance, financial, and IT audits, including but not limited to corporate governance, trading, risk, compliance, operations, projects, and IT processes & systems.
• Create accurate and complete audit reports using evidence-based investigation and testing.
• Perform data analysis techniques to assist the Internal Audit Function with performing audit assignments and by translating data into recommendations for other functions to improve monitoring of risks and effectiveness of controls.
• Determine, document, and present the root cause of audit issues and assist the organization by reviewing the action plans documented by the issue owners to ensure they fully address the root cause(s).
• Continuously look for improvements of the company's governance, risk management, and control processes.
• Frequently follow up on previously reported audit issues/findings and interact with business representatives on how they can be most effectively addressed.
• Know and keep up to date about relevant developments, such as updated business and regulatory requirements, in and outside the company.

What you need to succeed:

• Bachelor/Master’s degree, additionally a recognized professional qualification (RA/RC/RE), preferably in combination with relevant other certifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Information System Auditor (CISA).
• 5 - 10 years’ experience in auditing, with substantial exposure to the Financial Services Sector. Preferably in (retail) investment or asset management.
• Ability to maintain a high standard for recording audit work in accordance with internal and external requirements, e.g., International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) from the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).
• Strong reporting skills with attention to detail.
• Independent self-starter, eager to learn and focus on the task, yet flexible and able to prioritize.
• Willing to travel and conduct audits abroad.
• Decisiveness and ability to form and defend judgment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt to a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to see the bigger picture and translate needs from stakeholders into clear audit objectives.
• Sufficient knowledge of our legal and regulatory environment.
• Fluent in Dutch and English.

At LYNX, we value your growth and development; we'll provide you with a supportive work environment and opportunities for your professional development.

• 13 month salary

• Travel allowance;

• Continuous growth potential and a training budget of € 2,000 per year;

• Trips & activities with your colleagues;

• Relaxed and informal working environment.

About us:

"LYNX helps you invest in yourself"

"Working at LYNX means joining the LYNX family"

"The development opportunities make LYNX the best place to work"

This is what the employees say about LYNX and it is exactly what we want to offer: a work environment where you can get the best out of yourself. At our office in the heart of Amsterdam, Ghent, Berlin and Prague, we work every day to offer both private and professional clients the best trading opportunities, with a fast, user-friendly and reliable trading platform.

The best choice for anyone who takes investing seriously

LYNX is an international FinTech that offers you a relaxed and informal work environment, where you can get the best out of yourself and where 300 people contribute together to the success of our customers since 2006.

In 2006 LYNX entered the investor market with two spearheads: very low rates and an extensive product range. This makes the online broker not only successful in the Netherlands, but also abroad. After opening offices in Belgium, Germany and the Czech Republic, LYNX now offers its services in ten different countries, making it a European broker of size.

In 2019 the product of LYNX, and therefore the offer for investors, has been greatly improved. For example, a highly advanced mobile and tablet app is available, the LYNX Masterclass webinars can be watched weekly via the Knowledge Portal, and thanks to the Morning Call, investors are quickly daily informed about the latest news on the financial markets.