Senior Internal Auditor

It's more than a job

Internal Audit is more than assessing risks and controls. It's about providing the insight and assurance that help our business make confident decisions, operate responsibly, and continuously improve.

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As a Senior Internal Auditor within Kuehne+Nagel's Corporate Internal Audit team, you will conduct and lead risk-based and special audit engagements across our global organization. You will assess the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management practices, and governance processes while providing independent and objective assurance to management. The role focuses on identifying emerging risks, evaluating business processes, and delivering practical recommendations that enhance operational effectiveness and organizational resilience. Working closely with senior stakeholders across functions and regions, you will contribute to a modern, data-driven audit function that supports Kuehne+Nagel's strategic objectives and continuous improvement agenda.

How you create impact

• Plan, execute, and lead risk-based and special audit engagements across Kuehne+Nagel's global operations.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes, and governance frameworks.
• Perform audit fieldwork, analyze business processes, and identify areas for operational improvement and risk mitigation.
• Prepare clear, concise, and high-quality audit documentation, reports, and presentations in accordance with Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS).
• Present audit observations and recommendations to management and monitor remediation actions where required.
• Support the identification and assessment of emerging risks, strategic initiatives, and business transformation activities.
• Utilize data analytics, technology, and AI-enabled audit techniques to enhance audit coverage and insight generation.
• Build trusted relationships with stakeholders across regions, functions, and business units while maintaining independence and objectivity.

What we would like you to bring

• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Professional certification such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or equivalent.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in Internal Audit, preferably within a multinational organization and/or Big Four environment.
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks, risk assessment methodologies, and Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS).
• Experience executing end-to-end audit engagements within corporate, finance, or operational environments.
• Strong analytical, communication, interviewing, and report-writing skills.
• Experience applying data analytics and an interest in emerging technologies, including AI tools and automation.
• Fluent English and willingness to travel internationally up to 30-40%; German language skills are advantageous.

What's in it for you

Join a global leader in logistics and supply chain management, where Internal Audit plays a valued role in supporting risk management, governance, and business performance across a complex international organization. As a Senior Internal Auditor, you will gain exposure to diverse operations, senior stakeholders, and strategic initiatives while working on impactful audits across regions and functions. You will be part of a forward-looking audit team that embraces data analytics, digitalization, and AI-enabled auditing, offering excellent opportunities to expand your expertise and develop your career in a dynamic global environment.

Who are we

Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.

As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.

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