Senior Internal Auditor

Location: Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina

Job Family: Auditing

About the Role

At JP Morgan Chase, we are a leading global financial services firm with operations spanning investment banking, consumer and community banking, commercial banking, and asset and wealth management. Our Internal Audit team plays a critical role in safeguarding the firm by providing independent assurance on the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. As a Senior Internal Auditor based in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina, you will lead impactful audits focused on the Risk Management function, covering key areas such as credit risk, liquidity risk, capital adequacy, and country risk. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the firm's global risk framework while working in a dynamic, collaborative environment that values innovation and integrity. In this position, you will take ownership of complex audit engagements, from scoping and planning to execution and reporting. You will assess the design and operating effectiveness of controls within JP Morgan's risk management practices, ensuring alignment with international standards like Basel III and local regulatory requirements in Argentina. Collaborating with cross-functional teams across the Americas and global hubs, you will identify emerging risks, recommend enhancements to mitigate them, and drive continuous improvement in our risk governance. Your work will directly support JP Morgan's commitment to robust risk management, helping to protect our clients, shareholders, and the broader financial system. We seek a proactive leader with deep expertise in financial auditing and risk domains, who thrives in a fast-paced setting and is passionate about delivering high-quality insights. Joining JP Morgan Chase means becoming part of a world-class institution that invests in your professional growth through extensive training, mentorship, and career mobility opportunities. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact on one of the world's most admired financial organizations, apply today to join our Internal Audit team in Buenos Aires.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end internal audits of JP Morgan Chase's Risk Management function, focusing on credit, liquidity, capital, and country risk areas
• Develop and execute audit plans, including risk assessments and testing strategies aligned with global regulatory requirements
• Identify control weaknesses, operational inefficiencies, and compliance gaps, providing actionable recommendations to senior management
• Collaborate with risk stakeholders across JP Morgan's international network to ensure audit coverage of cross-border exposures
• Prepare detailed audit reports and present findings to audit committees and business leaders in Buenos Aires and global hubs
• Monitor implementation of audit recommendations and track remediation progress using JP Morgan's internal tracking systems
• Stay abreast of evolving financial regulations and industry best practices to enhance audit methodologies
• Mentor junior auditors and contribute to the development of the Internal Audit team's capabilities in risk-focused auditing
• Support ad-hoc audits and investigations related to risk management in the Latin American region
• Ensure all audit activities comply with JP Morgan Chase's Code of Conduct and ethical standards

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in internal auditing, risk management, or financial services auditing
• Professional certification such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CPA, or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations, including Basel III, IFRS, and local Argentine banking standards
• Proficiency in audit methodologies and risk assessment frameworks specific to credit, liquidity, capital, and country risk
• Experience working in a multinational financial institution with exposure to global risk management practices
• Fluency in English and Spanish, with excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MBA or Master's in Finance) or additional certifications like CRMA (Certification in Risk Management Assurance)
• Prior experience auditing risk functions at a Tier 1 bank like JP Morgan Chase
• Familiarity with data analytics tools for audit testing in financial risk areas
• Knowledge of emerging risks such as ESG factors in credit and country risk
• Experience leading cross-functional audit teams in a matrixed organization

Required Skills

• Expertise in financial risk management principles (credit, liquidity, capital, country risk)
• Proficiency in audit software and tools like ACL, IDEA, or Tableau for data analysis
• Strong analytical skills for evaluating complex financial data and risk models
• Excellent project management abilities to lead audits from planning to closure
• Advanced knowledge of regulatory frameworks (Basel, Dodd-Frank, local AML/KYC)
• Effective communication and stakeholder management in a multicultural environment
• Problem-solving and critical thinking to identify and mitigate risks
• Attention to detail in reviewing financial statements and control documentation
• Leadership skills for guiding audit teams and influencing senior executives
• Adaptability to fast-paced, dynamic financial services environment
• Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel for financial modeling
• Understanding of cybersecurity risks in risk management systems
• Interpersonal skills for building relationships across JP Morgan's global teams
• Time management to handle multiple audits and deadlines
• Ethical judgment aligned with JP Morgan's integrity standards

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-based annual bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Retirement savings plan with generous company matching contributions
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement and access to JP Morgan's internal training programs
• Employee stock purchase plan and financial wellness resources
• Flexible work arrangements and wellness programs promoting work-life balance
• Global mobility support for career advancement within JP Morgan Chase

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.