Description The Jefferies Internal Audit group provides independent, objective internal audit services designed to add value and improve Jefferies’ risk management, control, and governance processes, and support the achievement of its objectives. Internal Audit maintains independence and objectivity by reporting to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors. Internal Audit covers all areas of the Firm, performing validation of the company’s risk management activities through testing of key processes and controls. Position Overview: The Jefferies International Limited (JIL) Senior Vice President (SVP), Internal Audit, reports directly to the Head of JIL Internal Audit. The SVP candidate will be a key member of the global Internal Audit team providing leadership to the JIL audit team, including a team of six business auditors in London. This individual will be integral to driving high level audit, advisory, and continuous assurance in order to protect Jefferies as well as improve the controls across the organization. The role is responsible for performing complex and critical audits as well as assessments of Jefferies risk and control environment in coordination with the global audit team. Key responsibilities will include: Maintain compliance with audit methodology, while also operating within industry best practices, applicable accounting and business regulations, and internal and external professional practice expectations. Supervise and coordinate work assignments amongst audit team members. Provide timely feedback, on-the-job training, and coaching to audit staff and direct reports. Directly oversee the JIL auditable universe, including Front Office business areas (i.e., Investment Banking, Equities, Fixed Income), Corporate Support areas (i.e., Finance, Operations, Compliance, Risk Management), and regulatory required audits. This will include risk assessment, continuous monitoring, annual planning, and execution of the audit plan. Collaborate with other IA teams to ensure appropriate coverage and assessment of JIL where required by legal entity or regulatory requirement. Lead in formal discussions with stakeholders throughout the duration of audit engagements to communicate status or concerns. Identify potential risks and controls and lead development of audit scope and work programs. Evaluate design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and identify control weaknesses. Generate insightful, meaningful observations that effectively convey significance and impact on risk and/or risk management practices, reporting findings and audit issues to Audit Management. Document and review workpapers demonstrating the work was appropriately performed (e.g., detailed lead sheets describing the control attributes that were tested and the results were documented in a manner to support the conclusions reached, effectiveness and sustainable controls are evident in documentation). Documentation should stand alone to enable re-performance. Complete work on a timely basis and deliver work products that meet objectives and standards of methodology, applicable standards, and regulatory requirements. Lead development of audit reports (or similar deliverables) using appropriate business and technical language. Build relationships with peers and clients within organization and exhibit a high standard of performance and professional conduct that will create a culture of integrity and inclusion; where all individual and departmental choices are rooted in good judgment and support Jefferies values and corporate culture. Demonstrate strong professional skepticism and personal accountability. Desired Background and Skills A bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., accounting, business administration, finance, etc.) Minimum of 10-15 years of experience, including relevant internal audit experience in the financial services industry. Demonstrated experience evaluating operational business functions for a multi-jurisdictional financial service company. Relevant certification including Chartered Accountant, CPA, CIA, etc. Experience in building and leading strong teams. Expert knowledge of audit principles and strategies and demonstrated impact of continuous improvement. Highly organized with extensive analytical, problem-solving and negotiation skills. Proven interpersonal and communication skills (executive presence and influencing skills). Candidates must have both strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to adapt to change, be flexible and open minded. Employs critical thinking skills to identify pragmatic recommendations within an evolving and increasingly complex regulatory and risk management environment. Ability to identify and apply analytics approaches to deliver high quality audits, including familiarity with data analytic and visualization tools such as Excel, Access, Alteryx, or Power BI. Ability to work well individually, and in teams, share information, support colleagues, and encourage participation. LI-PS1