Author Archives: Craig Phipps

1. Senior Auditor – circa £75K + Bonus + Banking Benefits

   2022/06/22 2:13 pm Comments Off on Senior Auditor – circa £75K + Bonus + Banking Benefits

   Our client is the London office of a large international wholesale banking group who are looking for a Senior Auditor to join their Audit team. This exciting role will provide you with exposure across all the business areas and support functions of the bank, including FX Trading, Trade Finance and Corporate Lending and provide you with regular interaction with C Suite executives including the CEO.

   This exciting opportunity will suit someone who is qualified and has now gained some experience working either within a bank or with banking clients looking for their next step and wanting to build more influence within the bank. You should:

   • be either working in Internal Audit within a bank (ideally corporate or investment banking) or be working within the Risk Assurance division of a large practice firm working with Banking and Financial Services organisations;
   • have knowledge of the business processes around credit risk, operational risk or financial crime (ALTHOUGH THIS IS NOT ESSENTIAL);
   • you should (more importantly) have the ability to work within a small, dynamic team where you can influence and make a difference to the bank;
   • be a qualified Accountant or Auditor holding and ACA, ACCA and/or IIA qualification and be degree educated.

   This role represents an excellent opportunity to develop your career within an encouraging, supportive team which will allow for growth and regular interaction with senior management (something that is only normally entertained at much more senior levels within larger banks).

   On top is an exceptional salary for this grade with bonus and extensive benefits as well as a work from home policy 2 days per week.

   Please note – unfortunately, we will only be able to accept applications from UK nationals/residents or those with a valid UK work permit.

2. Senior Audit – Banking

   2018/10/04 12:35 pm Comments Off on Senior Audit – Banking

   Are you an experienced Corporate Banking Internal Auditor looking for a new challenge?

   If you have a few years experience in a corporate banking audit team and are frustrated with the lack of career development and professional challenges but want to maintain a good work life balance, apply below.

   This International Bank’s Internal Audit team focus on banking operations in London with emphasis on key risks around: Financial Crime, Regulatory reporting, Credit Process (inc. CASS Regs) and ITGC.

   If this interests you and you are looking for a rewarding role offering excellent industry salary and bonus contact Craig Phipps with your CV to be considered for the position.

   Unfortunately our Client are unable to support sponsorship for no UK / EU Citizens or Visa holders.

3. FP&A Strategy Professional with Tier 1 Investment Bank

   2018/07/26 1:46 pm Comments Off on FP&A Strategy Professional with Tier 1 Investment Bank

   FP&A professional, working on key strategic projects initiated by global CEO and CFO at Tier 1 Investment Bank. Need strong consultancy background and experience in investment banking area

   Our client, a Tier 1 Investment Bank, are currently looking to recruit a Financial Planning and Analysis professional from a major consultancy firm to assist with key strategic projects initiated directly by the Global CEO and CFO.

   The increasingly dynamic nature of banking, both nationally and globally, means that future proofing and planning for change is ever more important. This is a unique opportunity to gain experience working at a strategic level, with the chance to make a real contribution to the future shape of the bank.

   Key to success for the right candidate is that you must have had experience of working within a major Consultancy firm, working alongside C-Suite executives within the investment banking arena, and possess a genuine desire to help shape the future of one of the world’s leading banking groups

4. Banking Audit – Chinese Speaker

   2018/05/09 3:16 pm Comments Off on Banking Audit – Chinese Speaker

   Senior Internal Audit role within a London based Banking group. If you have intermediate or Fluent Chinese language skills, a Banking Internal Audit background and are looking to enhance your career within a group that offer an excellent team working environment… apply with a copy of your CV to Craig Phipps to be considered for the role.

5. Corporate Banking, Internal Audit

   2018/04/09 2:55 pm Comments Off on Corporate Banking, Internal Audit

   Are you an experienced Internal Auditor within Corporate / Commercial Banking?

   This leading Leading Corporate / Trade Finance Bank are seeking an experienced Auditor familiar with AML controls, counterparty credit risk, ITGC, or regulatory reporting controls in a Banking firm to take a Senior Audit role in their London team. If you are looking for more responsibility, an increased salary, and a good work life balance… apply with your CV to Craig Phipps for more information.

    

    

6. Internal Controls Director, Banking

   2017/09/06 12:40 pm Comments Off on Internal Controls Director, Banking

   Internal Controls Director, Global team of 19, Excellent six figure salary + bonus + bens

   Our client, a major London based International Banking group, are looking for an experienced Controls or Internal Audit specialist with experience across middle office functions within capital markets and corporate banking in a combination of the following disciplines:

   • Payments Processing
   • Ops Risk
   • Credit Risk
   • Market Risk
   • Financial Control or Product Control

   You must also have previous Director level experience and have managed and led large global teams.

   To be considered for the role you must be able to work within the EU/UK – please apply to Craig Phipps with a copy of your CV.

7. C# Developer – Derivatives and Risk Applications Banking Group Copenhagen

   2016/10/19 1:21 pm Comments Off on C# Developer – Derivatives and Risk Applications Banking Group Copenhagen

   We currently have a vacancy for a C# Developer fluent in English who would be interested in working with the front office trading technology team based at a major banking group in Copenhagen in Denmark. Joining this leading development team you will focus on the development of front end real-time systems used by traders and risk staff for this banks main trading operation. You’ll be working on new and existing components to improve the overall system stability and performance, both on strategic and tactical initiatives and on the derivatives trading platforms across multiple asset classes. A successful applicant will develop c sharp work on improving pricing and booking sales/trading workflow for the Derivatives desks. You require good communication skills to work closely with Sales, Trading, Risk and Technology to deliver improvements to the existing platform and facilitate increased volumes through technology improvements. You will have excellent c# language skills, be proficient in Excel and show a keen willingness to learn any aspects of the business required for the role.

   Your tasks:

   • Implementation of development methodologies and release management;
   • Interface directly with business unit sponsors to gather requirements and document specifications
   • Work with Trading to enhance the current trading process
     • Work with various front-end/middleware/back-end teams to deliver projects
     • Work with first level support team
     • Coordinate with global team on new features and participate in driving future direction of the system
     • Work seamlessly across organisational and country boundaries, strong communication skills required (in English)

   Your skills:

   • University degree with minimum 5 years of professional experience in IT;
   • Strong knowledge of c#Experience of Risk / Trading Technology within an Investment Bank / Broking environment
   • Ability to communicate with the business unit sponsors effectively
   • Ability to coordinate with various teams to deliver projects successfully
   • Strong verbal & written skills required to interact with global teams
   • Highly motivated, analytical thinking individual

   Our offer:
   If you are seeking a career in an exciting and dynamic company, operating in an international, multilingual and multicultural environment where you can expect real chances to make a difference, please send me your detailed CV in English.

    

8. Market Risk Auditor

   2016/07/15 4:25 pm Comments Off on Market Risk Auditor

   Are you a market risk professional who is looking to leverage your skills and knowledge in a different discipline with varied exposure? Or perhaps you already possess a combination of both market risk and Audit experience looking for a new challenge in a top tier investment bank with long term career growth opportunity?
   
   Our client, a global investment bank with an enviable reputation are looking for a Market Risk Auditor who is technically astute, intelligent and personable to join their specialist market risk audit team. This role would suit individuals who are well versed in market risk process and have an appreciation for risks and process controls looking for more variety and challenges. Equally, it would suit an auditor who has a good working knowledge of market risk, understanding of investment banking products looking to strengthen their technical skills, conduct deep dive assessment and an opportunity to add real value to a business.
   
   Due to the size and stature of the organisation, there is certainly plenty of opportunity for internal mobility, upward progression and continuous learning and development, you will also be supported by your peers and senior management who have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within market risk audit, many of whom have come from a traditional market risk background.
   
   Responsibilities:

   • Contributing to the Market Risk Audit team’s enterprise-wide coverage and play a key part in the team’s development of audit process improvement
   • Conducting audits from planning through to completion, acting as subject matter expert for risk, valuation, derivatives
   • Responsible for delivering audit reviews of global markets’ portfolios focusing on market risk & valuations
   • Providing Market Risk subject matter expertise to the wider audit group
   • Continuous monitoring of the risk environment and assesses the emerging risks in global markets portfolios; Value at Risk estimates, Stress testing results at many different levels of granularity for positions and portfolios in global markets.
   • Coaching junior members in all aspects of the audit process
   • Stakeholder relationship; engaging professional in trading and risk management in frequent dialogue regarding portfolios, markets, positions, liquidity, funding, pricing, valuation

   Key Requirements:

   • Degree (minimum BSc/ BA level) with good academic record
   • Ideally audit related qualification for those from an audit background
   • Internal audit experience is desirable BUT NOT ESSENTIAL we are keen to attract MARKET RISK SPECIALISTS who can demonstrate they have the capability to diversify into audit/ have an appreciation for process risk and controls
   • Those from a traditional audit background, must possess good working knowledge of market risk
   • Indepth knowledge of investment banking and associated products
   • Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively
   • Strong interpersonal skills, able to manage relationships both within the core team, other business areas and stakeholders at all levels of seniority
   • Strong communication skills (written and verbal), especially report writing
   • Capable of undertaking new challenges and tasks even in unfamiliar territories and able to learn quickly
   • Eager for continuous learning and development

   IF YOU ARE LOOKING TO:

   USE YOUR MARKET RISK SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE;

   GAIN CROSS ASSET CLASS EXPERIENCE

   ADD VALUE TO YOUR CAREER FOR FUTURE LEADERSHIP ROLES

   PLEASE CONTACT CRAIG PHIPPS AT [email protected] or call on 077955 18881
   
   For further details or to refer individuals in your network please get in touch for a confidential discussion. Or to apply, please send your CV to [email protected] / 020 7099 7180

9. IT Trading Applications Auditor

   2016/07/13 12:24 pm Comments Off on IT Trading Applications Auditor

   A market leading investment bank require an exceptional IT Applications Audit professional to come on board and play a pivotal part reviewing multi feed trading applications, a truly exciting opportunity for those who thrive on new challenges.

   You will also work with IT Applications Auditors who typically foster a culture of sharing skills and knowledge which they see as vitally important. Given the depth of the technical reviews, cutting edge technology and complexities involved you will certainly be challenged but also have the opportunity to deepen your technical nous and learn from the best.

   Key requirements:

   • Degree educated
   • IT Applications controls, must possess automated business controls experience
   • Investment banking experience/ background would be an added advantage but those from other sectors will be considered
   • Technically astute and genuinely passionate about technology
   • Those form a technical background i.e. programming or developing applications will also be considered, but must possess good understanding of risk controls / end to end risk management / audit
   • Strong interpersonal skills, able to build and develop relationships within the team and business stakeholders
   • Excellent communication skills; able to explain challenging technical jargon in clear and concise form
   • Adaptable and flexible mindset

   For further details or to refer individuals in your network please get in touch for a confidential discussion. Or to apply, please send your CV to [email protected] / 0207 099 7180

10. Senior Audit Manager FX – London markets

    2015/07/14 9:35 am Comments Off on Senior Audit Manager FX – London markets

    A leading corporate and investment bank with a strong global presence is seeking an experienced senior manager to lead a team with responsibility for Internal Audits of FX capital markets business. With considerable experience leading and managing teams, the successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and experience contributing to all aspects of internal audit from developing the annual audit plan to executing and compilation of the final report. Ideally, the successful candidate will have worked in a similar environment in either financial services or a large, global bank. You will have expert understanding of controls and regulatory developments impacting on global markets business and particularly on FX.

    Skills for Senior Audit Manager FX – London markets:

    • Degree educated or related experience
    • A professional audit or accountancy qualification would be an advantage
    • Experience managing and developing teams
    • Expert knowledge of fX and rates trade flow / front office risks.
    • Expert understanding of technology application control disciplines for FX.

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