Internal Controls Specialist

As an Internal Control Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in supporting management across the Europe markets by driving the implementation of the internal control strategy. You will ensure adherence to the group’s internal controls framework and contribute to a robust controls culture across the region. This role presents an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise in audit, internal control, or finance in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

You will act as a key business partner, providing professional guidance and functional leadership while serving as the primary point of contact for all control-related matters. This includes overseeing regional control activities, managing internal control testing, and liaising with internal audit functions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and ensure compliance with the Internal Controls Methodology across the Europe region, localizing group standards and developing necessary guidance documents.

• Lead control certification, testing, and training efforts, contributing to onboarding new entities and addressing any control gaps.

• Deliver risk and controls-related training in coordination with Group and Regional teams, promoting best practice sharing.

• Design and deploy anchoring processes for control standardization, improving maturity levels and strengthening the control culture.

• Support local and regional management to enhance internal control environments per methodology guidelines and audit recommendations.

• Maintain and improve internal control tools and the global portal, encouraging adoption as a key global communication platform.

• Promote integration of internal controls with other support functions (e.g., compliance, insurance).

• Coordinate internal control issue assessments and monitor remediation efforts, offering expert insight on local and regional mitigations.

• Facilitate governance through the Regional Risk Management Forums and support risk identification with leadership teams.

• Provide ongoing support to process and control owners on all control-related topics.

• Lead and monitor the Control Self-Assessment process, including training delivery.

• Manage ad-hoc internal control queries, tool usage, and process support requests.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 7+ years of relevant experience in audit, internal control, or finance.

• Proficiency in SAP and Blackline is a significant advantage.

• Strong understanding of internal controls management, risk assessment, issue management, internal audit, and compliance.

• Experience with SOX, COBIT, ITIL, and COSO principles, particularly in regulated environments.

• Fluent in English (additional languages are a plus).

• Proven ability to influence and guide stakeholders across seniority levels.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively and meet deadlines.

• A proactive, hands-on approach with a strategic mindset and ability to execute with minimal supervision.

Style and Culture Fit:

The ideal candidate will:

• Demonstrate a deep understanding of the business, acting as a practical and pragmatic partner committed to achieving business outcomes.

• Collaborate effectively, seeking input, enabling others, and promoting a strong culture of accountability and development.

• Show a genuine passion for internal controls and risk management, focused on continuous improvement and efficiency.

• Think creatively and stay updated on corporate governance trends to implement innovative, engaging solutions.

• Adapt easily to change and ambiguity, maintaining a solution-oriented mindset.

• Exhibit strong cultural awareness and interpersonal sensitivity, adapting their communication style as needed.

• Possess confidence and gravitas, capable of effectively engaging, influencing, and challenging stakeholders at all levels.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a high-impact team driving internal control excellence across Europe. You’ll work in a collaborative environment that values innovation, continuous improvement, and strong governance practices.