Description

Are you interested in working in an exciting, fast-paced environment? Do you want to continue your career by being exposed to interesting and multifaceted projects while learning from industry leaders?

At EY, you will have the chance to further develop and enhance your career on a global scale that is as unique as you are! We will provide you with support, an inclusive culture, and the relevant technology to enable you to become the best version of yourself.

Our Financial Services Organisation is unique among the Big 4 firms, being the only one with a functional specialisation in the Financial Services sector that is transnationally integrated across the Europe West region.

As a leader in risk in Switzerland and the Europe West region, we strive to help organisations navigate the ever-changing regulatory landscape. With an increasing push for internationally aligned regulations for financial institutions, our team is uniquely positioned to drive the development of our business and talent.

The opportunity: your next adventure awaits

Within Financial Services Consulting, the Risk team covers a broad range of functions dedicated to providing high-value, trusted regulatory focused audit and advisory services to clients. As part of the Risk team, the Prudential Risk team works with diverse financial services companies that range from major global banks to insurance companies and specialized private and regional banks. We support our clients with regulatory audit risk subject matter experts, tailored solutions in the identification, measurement, steering and monitoring of risks as well as with our expertise in implementing and meeting regulatory requirements in the field of risk management.

Your key responsibilities

• Be able to apply your risk management knowledge in banking and financial products
• Focus on performing targeted regulatory audits for our clients in the finance industry in coordination with relevant regulators (primarily FINMA)
• Gain risk management insights within the financial industry mainly in financial risk areas such as credit, liquidity, interest rate risk, as well as in non-financial risks including operational resilience
• Have the possibility to participate in advisory projects with a focus on regulatory and supervisory matters
• Be encouraged to investigate new risk areas (e.g., data analytics)

What we look for

• Bachelor's or advanced graduate university degree (Master's, MBA, PhD) in Finance, Economics, Accounting, any other business-related field
• Motivation to work on regulatory audits within multi-disciplinary teams, especially in the areas of primary financial and non-financial risks (such as liquidity, credit or operational risk)
• A basic understanding of financial services risk management and regulatory topics (including the Basel framework and FINMA circulars) and interest in specializing in these topics
• Motivation, flexibility and self-drive to constantly learn and acquire new skills and knowledge
• Fluency in English and French is a pre-requisite, with German as an added advantage
• Swiss work permit, or ability to obtain a Swiss work permit (e.g. through EU citizenship)

Ideally, you'll also have

• First experiences in financial services, consulting, or assurance, preferably with a focus on risk management
• Practical and/or academic experiences in financial services risk areas (e.g., credit, liquidity, interest, operational and compliance risks)
• Working towards or already completed a relevant professional qualification (e.g., FRM, CFA)

What's in it for you

Here at EY, you'll have the chance to build a truly exceptional experience. We'll empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential. Through our coaching and training programs, you'll develop the skills you need to stay relevant today and, in the future, - all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond.

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Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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