Head of Audit

About the role

As the Head of Audit for Lloyds Bank GmbH, you will lead the Internal Audit function, acting as the bank’s third line of defence in a growing, ECB‑supervised environment. Reporting directly to executive management, the Audit Committee and the Supervisory Board, you will ensure robust governance, risk management and independent assurance across the organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Define and execute a risk‑based, forward‑looking audit plan aligned with the bank’s strategic objectives.
• Present clear, board‑ready audit insights to the Audit Committee, executive management and senior governance forums.
• Identify, challenge and escalate material and emerging risks in retail banking, treasury and prudential risk areas.
• Lead, develop and inspire a high‑performing audit team while maintaining full audit independence.
• Build constructive relationships with senior stakeholders, regulators and Group audit colleagues.

Required profile

• Extensive senior‑level Internal Audit experience in financial services or banking, preferably within ECB‑supervised institutions.
• Proven track record of leading audit functions or senior audit teams in a regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of retail banking, treasury and prudential risk management.
• Relevant professional qualification such as CIA, ACA, ACCA, CPA, CISA or equivalent.
• Excellent written and spoken English; German or Dutch is a plus.

Required skills

• Deep understanding of ECB, BaFin, EBA Guidelines, MaRisk and German banking regulations.
• Experience with audit reporting to Boards and Audit Committees.