Internal Audit Consultant – Financial Services

About the role

EY is seeking a Consultant to join its Financial Services Risk Management team in New Zealand. You will work on internal audit engagements for leading banks, insurers and other financial institutions, helping clients strengthen their control environments.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver internal audit and assurance activities across banking, insurance and broader financial services clients.
• Conduct risk and control assessments, process reviews and detailed control testing.
• Analyse findings and contribute to high‑quality reports and actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate with client stakeholders to understand business processes and emerging risks.
• Support the use of analytics and technology‑enabled assurance techniques.
• Contribute across operational risk, compliance, financial crime and governance areas.
• Identify opportunities to improve clients' control environments and risk‑management practices.

Required profile

• At least 1 year of professional experience in internal audit within financial services.
• Experience in banking, insurance, financial‑services consulting or another regulated environment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience performing risk assessments, controls testing or assurance activities.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality delivery.

Required skills

• Data analytics tools

What we offer

• Exposure to New Zealand’s leading financial institutions and complex business environments.
• Rapid development of expertise in internal audit, risk management and regulatory compliance.
• Access to EY’s global methodologies, technology and learning programmes.
• Structured coaching, mentoring and support from experienced leaders.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements to support work‑life balance.