Head Of Internal Audit (Fintech)

TL;DR

Head of Internal Audit (Fintech): Lead and execute audits across European entities, focusing on payments, e-money, regulatory compliance, and risk management with an accent on governance and cross-border processes. Focus on regulatory engagement, methodology enhancements, and senior stakeholder engagement.

Location: hirify.global Madrid Office (with travel across European jurisdictions) - Hybrid: 4 days in the office, 1 day working from home 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 and execute audits across selected European entities, focusing on payments, e-money, regulatory compliance, AML/CFT, safeguarding, governance, and cross-border processes.
• Provide assurance over key regulatory obligations in line with EBA, ECB, CNMV, NBB, and other relevant supervisory expectations.
• Support interactions with European regulators, contributing to supervisory reviews, governance discussions, and remediation plans.
• Drive enhancements to the Group IA methodology, ensuring it reflects emerging regulatory expectations, fintech risks, and modern assurance practices.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership across Europe, providing insightful, risk-based perspectives on governance, regulatory expectations, and emerging risk themes.
• Establish and develop a new audit team in Madrid, shaping the function’s growth and capability from the outset.

Requirements

• Extensive Internal Audit experience within financial services, payments, or fintech.
• Proven experience delivering audits in regulated European environments.
• Strong understanding of payment/e-money regulations, governance frameworks, and cross-border regulatory obligations.
• Ability to build strong relationships with regulators and senior stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, including experience presenting to Audit Committees.
• Professional certifications (CIA, ACCA, CISA, etc.)

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive Starting Salary with an annual discretionary bonus.
• Dedicated Mentorship from experienced managers.
• Work in a collaborative environment where teamwork and personal growth are prioritized.
• Access competitive benefits tailored to your location, which typically include health care and social benefits.
• Central Office with excellent transport links.