Internal Auditor

About the Client
Our client is a fast-growing international fintech company providing digital asset and payment services across multiple jurisdictions in Europe and beyond. With a strong focus on governance, transparency, and compliance, the company is preparing for MiCA licensing and enhancing its internal control and risk management capabilities. Operating in a dynamic and regulated environment, the organization is seeking an experienced Internal Auditor to establish and lead its internal audit function.

Role Overview
The Internal Auditor will design, implement, and oversee a comprehensive internal audit framework to ensure effective governance, compliance, and operational integrity across all business areas. This role will provide independent assurance to the Board and senior management regarding risk management, control effectiveness, and adherence to MiCA, DORA, and other relevant European regulatory frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and implement a risk-based internal audit framework in line with MiCA and DORA requirements.

• Develop and execute the annual audit plan covering compliance, risk management, operations, finance, and ICT.

• Conduct independent audits to assess governance, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.

• Identify weaknesses, evaluate risks, and recommend practical solutions to strengthen processes.

• Review implementation of MiCA obligations, including record-keeping, safeguarding of assets, and segregation procedures.

• Verify compliance with DORA ICT requirements such as cybersecurity, incident response, and outsourcing controls.

• Prepare detailed audit reports with findings, severity ratings, and remediation timelines.

• Present results and recommendations to the Board and regulators when required.

• Monitor follow-up actions to ensure remediation and improvement.

• Support the company's preparation for regulatory inspections and external audits.

• Be based within the EU 

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in internal audit, preferably in fintech, crypto, or payments.

• Solid understanding of European regulatory frameworks, particularly MiCA and DORA.

• Experience auditing AML, compliance, IT systems, governance, and risk management.

• Strong technical knowledge of ICT systems, DLT infrastructure, wallet management, data protection, and incident reporting.

• Proven ability to prepare comprehensive audit reports and present findings at senior level.

• Professional certification such as CIA, CISA, or ACCA is highly preferred.

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• High level of independence, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure.

• Fluency in English.

• Experience with MiCA readiness or regulated crypto entities is a plus.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to build and lead the internal audit function from the ground up.

• This is a fully remote and part-time opportunity 

• Work in a globally regulated fintech environment focused on innovation and transparency.

• Competitive compensation and performance-based rewards.

• Collaborative, international team culture with strong professional values.

Closing Statement
Join our client's fintech team and take a key role in shaping a transparent, compliant, and resilient organization under MiCA.