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SMBC Group • London, England, United Kingdom
Role & seniority: Assistant Vice President (AVP) – Quality Assurance (QA) Tester in the Internal Audit Department.
Stack/tools: QA framework aligned to internal audit policies and IIA standards; QA planning and reporting; collaboration with Audit Management and the Professional Practice Group in Tokyo.
Deliver timely QA reviews of audit reports and thematic areas in line with QA Plan and regulatory expectations.
Document QA findings, agree remediation actions with Audit Partners and AICs, and provide live QA support during ongoing audits.
Prepare quarterly QA summaries, identify training needs, and drive continuous QA process improvements.
Experience in internal audit or credit review with a track record in QA or audit delivery.
Detailed understanding of internal audit policies, procedures, and IIA standards.
Analytical ability to assess audit quality, identify gaps, and recommend improvements.
Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills; high attention to detail.
Degree-level education; professional certification (ACA, ACCA, CIA, or equivalent) desirable.
Additional QA-focused certifications or training.
Experience supporting multiple regions or large, multi-team audits.
Location & work type: EMEA-focused role with hybrid working options. Internally oriented within SMBC Group’s Internal Audit function.
Here at SMBC Group, we want to help you find the next step in your career so read on to discover if this opportunity is the one for you. We like to recognise potential in our people, so we welcome your application even when your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the job description. Whilst we’ll always strive to be better, we’re proud of our inclusive culture, and encourage our applicants and colleagues to be their authentic, unique selves.
Who we are United by a sense of purpose towards our customers – to be a trusted partner for the long-term – and our universal banking platform in EMEA, SMBC Group has an international growth agenda and award-winning products, meaning we provide exciting opportunities to work on a diverse range of projects and initiatives. We deliver a full suite of corporate finance products and solutions to our customers as well as investment banking and advisory services, and a range of innovative solutions in global capital markets. Read on to find out how you could enhance your skills and gain valuable experience, by joining us to support our clients transition to a sustainable future.
Role Summary We are seeking an Assistant Vice President (AVP) – Quality Assurance (QA) Tester within the Internal Audit Department. This role provides independent assurance on the quality and consistency of Internal Audit work across SMBC Bank International plc (SMBC BI), SMBC Nikko Capital Markets, SMBC Branches, and other EMEA subsidiaries. The AVP QA Tester ensures that audit deliverables meet internal methodology, regulatory expectations, and professional standards. The role involves reviewing audit reports, findings, and processes, identifying areas for improvement, and supporting continuous enhancement of audit quality.
Business Area The Audit Department Internal Audit Group (ADIA) evaluates key control designs and operations, providing assurance on the Internal Control Environment and Management Control Approach. ADIA delivers approximately 80 audit reports annually across EMEA and undertakes ad-hoc assignments. In line with the Code for Internal Audit of Financial Services firms, the QA function operates independently from audit execution to ensure compliance with the Audit Department Manual and global standards. QA activities include quarterly reviews, reporting, and collaboration with the Professional Practice Group in Tokyo.
Position Description
Key Responsibilities Deliver timely QA reviews aligned with EMEA audit methodology, IIA standards, and regulatory expectations. Assist in executing reviews based on quarterly QA review themes. Document QA findings and agree on remediation actions with Audit Partners and AICs. Support inflight audits through live QA and advisory input. Drive improvements in QA processes and tools.
Key Requirements & Competencies
Experience: Previous internal audit or credit review experience with a strong track record in QA or audit delivery.
Technical Knowledge: Detailed understanding of internal audit policies, procedures, and IIA standards.
Analytical Skills: Ability to assess audit quality, identify gaps, and recommend improvements.
Communication: Strong ability to provide constructive feedback and resolve conflicts professionally.
Attention to Detail: High accuracy in validating factual information and preparing management reports.
Qualifications: Degree-level education and professional certification (ACA, ACCA, CIA, or equivalent) desirable.
Challenges of the Role Managing potential conflicts with audit teams during QA discussions. Meeting tight timelines for QA reviews, particularly during global review cycles. Balancing multiple QA priorities while maintaining quality and consistency.
What we offer For all the expertise and experience you bring to help us make a difference, it’s only sustainable if we support you to build your career and be your best self so we offer competitive company benefits, centred around promoting positive well-bring and work-life balance. We also believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, where all team members perspectives and contributions are valued. Initiatives in place which promote a diverse and inclusive culture and healthy work life balance include hybrid working, Sport & Social Clubs and Diversity and Inclusion networks.
So, if you like a challenge and want to continuously grow and develop in a role where you will be supported along the way by a dynamic and diverse team, apply today!!
We recognise our role as a bank to support social change and welcome all applications, including those from groups often under-represented in financial services. We value the uniqueness of professional and personal, backgrounds and perspectives as they play a vital role in continuing the sustainable growth of our organisation. We’ll ensure reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process are offered due to a disability or long-term condition whenever requested.