Job Description

Internal audit is one of the 4 key functions defined by the Solvency 2 Directive. Reporting directly to General Management, internal audit ensures the management of the company's risks. Management is organized around a CoDir (Director, managers) and the Audit team (Audit leader and auditors). Based on its autonomy and its ability to adapt, the auditor takes part in audit activities in accordance with the Group's audit methodology:

• Based on a risk assessment, participation in the development of the audit plan
• Execution of the audit plan with performance of audit engagements in an international context
• Monitoring of remediation plans sent as part of audits
• Privileged link with the Departments of the entrusted scope, the audit leader participates in the implementation of a real business partnering relationship and the influence of the audit among the governance bodies
• Participation in the life of the Department through transversal projects (implementation of data analytics, methodological review, training plan, etc.)

Under the supervision of the audit leader and / or manager, the auditor and is in charge of:

1 – Delivery of the Audit Plan

• Participates and / or conduct interviews with auditees
• Conduct audit testing for the area in scope
• Analyzes internal control procedures, documentation and evidence provided by auditees
• Proposes remedial action to correct issues identified during the audit engagement
• Participates to the drafting of the audit deliverables
• Data analytics: perform analyses using data mining software, such as IDEA.
• Participates / Conducts interviews and meetings.
• Ensure data quality and timely information recording in the audit system, in line with the Group audit methodology.

2 – Monitoring of remedial actions defined

• Monitor the implementation of remedial actions defined by auditees and helping them when needed
• Evaluate the relevance of the evidence received during the issue follow up process and gain the needed information while keeping a collaborative and positive relationship with the business

3 – Participate to the risk assessment within the audit plan process

• Contribute to risk assessment for processes in her/his perimeter
• Contribute to the elaboration of audit plan in her/his perimeter.

4 – Participate in operational projects for the Internal Audit department

• Bring his contribution to cross-functional projects as validated with his line manager (local working groups: preparation of the audit plan, coordination with control functions, etc.)
• Participate in reporting to the Generali Group Head Office.
• Working groups with the Generali Audit teams.
• Regular exchanges with auditors from other countries of the Generali Group
• On Generali Group thematic audits:
  • Contributes to regular calls with the Group
  • Takes part in the development of the audit program

Preferred Experience

MSC or MBA degree from Business school including Insurance and/or Finance skills

English (Professional or fluent)

At least 2 years' experience in a similar position in an international organization or audit firm.

Audit skills:

• Knowledge and ability to evaluate and enhance internal control processes and capability of performing risk assessment and execute audits. Familiarity with application of audit tools and processes. Strong knowledge of Audit methodology

• Ability to understand the main functions of Insurance and to discuss with the different departments on various issues

• Good written and oral communication skills, with the proven ability to present and explain complex information and suggest process improvements to diverse audiences including managers.

Additional requirements:

• Good knowledge of computer work and advanced command of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Access)

• Curious, organized, autonomous, meticulous, good interpersonal skills

Nice to have:

• Knowledge of the Insurance sector (processes, practices, tools etc.) and the regulatory environment (Solvency II, GDPR, etc.)

• A good knowledge of Data Analytics methods is an advantage.

• Professional certification (CIA, etc.) is an advantage.

Recruitment Process

1/ HR 

2/ N+1 

3/ Optional : technical test, N+2, culture fit

Additional Information

• Contract Type: Full-Time
• Location: Saint-Denis
• Education Level: Master's Degree
• Experience: > 2 years
• 50% remote

About

With over million customers around the world and 12,000 employees in 37 countries, Europ Assistance is the 2nd global player of assistance services in 3 areas: travel, mobility, and personal care. Founded in 1963, Europ Assistance, the inventor of assistance, supports customers in over 200 countries and territories thanks to our network of 750.000 approved providers.

Our mission is to bring people from distress to relief – anytime, anywhere. We provide automobile assistance, travel assistance and insurance services, as well as personal assistance services such as the protection of the elderly, the protection of digital identity, telemedicine and the Conciergerie. The company vision, shared by our 12,000 employees, is to prove every day that we are the most reliable care company in the world, and to make our people proud of who we are, what we do, and, how we do it.

Europ Assistance is part of the Generali Group, one of the world’s leading insurers. It is with the support and commitment of Generali, its shareholder, that the Europ Assistance Group has become the world leader in its sector. As long-standing partners, the two entities are jointly committed to future-oriented projects.

Our promise and tagline, "You Live, We Care" is what we stand for every day. We are a care business, delivered by people. "We care" means that we are caring, available, reliable and easy to work with. Our employees bring those values to life.

As a leader in the assistance industry, we are looking for a passionate, committed, and self-driven talent to help us shape the future of the industry.

Europ Assistance is committed to inclusion and non-discrimination. We act in favor of disability, social diversity and equality. Above all, we recruit skills and personalities, and diversity within our teams is key because it is a source of innovation and performance.

Make an impact, join Europ Assistance!