Internal Audit Manager - Third Parties Assurance and Business Resilience (Fintech)

TL;DR

Internal Audit Manager (Fintech): Leading and executing third-party and business resilience audits across the organization with an accent on regulatory and contractual obligations. Focus on designing and implementing continuous monitoring frameworks for third-party risk and compliance.

Location: Hybrid in hirify.global Madrid office (4 days in office, 1 day remote per week)

Company

hirify.global is a global fintech firm dedicated to empowering businesses to expand internationally through tailored and forward-thinking financial solutions.

What you will do

• Lead risk-based audits focused on third-party management, outsourcing governance, operational resilience, and business continuity.
• Design and implement a continuous monitoring framework for third-party risk and compliance.
• Build strong, trust-based relationships across business functions to foster a collaborative audit practice.
• Partner with the Chief Internal Auditor to contribute to the annual risk assessment and audit plan.
• Support audit methodology enhancement, integrating third-party risk considerations.
• Stay informed on evolving regulations (e.g., FCA PS21/3, DORA) impacting operational resilience and technology risk.

Requirements

• Proven experience in internal audit, risk, or assurance roles within financial services is essential.
• Demonstrated experience in third-party/vendor risk management and assurance reviews is essential.
• Experience auditing or working in First or Second Line of Defense IT, information security, and operational risk functions.
• Knowledge of operational resilience regulations, such as FCA operational resilience and DORA.
• Ability to produce clear, concise, and insightful audit reports.
• Relevant professional certifications such as CIA, ACA, or CISA.

Nice to have

• Exposure to cloud environments (e.g., AWS, GCP) and cloud management principles.

Culture & Benefits

• Join a diverse team of over 1,700 professionals across 40+ offices worldwide.
• Opportunity to shape the future of cross-border finance and advance your career.
• Be part of a fast-growing international FinTech company with over 1700 staff.
• Benefit from a culture of inclusion with active employee networks like the Women’s Network and LGBTQIA+ Network.
• Work in an innovative and collaborative environment where contributions are valued.