Senior Internal Auditor – DACH & Regulatory Assurance

Кто мы

We simplify wealth creation. Founded in 2014 in Vienna, Austria by Eric Demuth, Paul Klanschek and Christian Trummer, we’re here to help people trust themselves enough to build their financial freedom — for now and the future. Our user-friendly, trade-everything platform empowers both first-time investors and seasoned experts to invest in the cryptocurrencies, crypto indices, stocks*, precious metals and commodities* they want — with any sized budget, 24/7. Our global team works across different cultures and time zones, bringing our products to more than 7 million customers, making us one of Europe’s safest and most secure platforms that powers modern investing.

Headquartered in Austria but operating across Europe, our products are built by fast-moving, talented, “roll-up-your-sleeves-and-make-it-happen” kind of people. It’s these diverse perspectives and innovative minds operating as ONE TEAM that keep Bitpanda at the cutting edge of our industry. So if you’re someone who thinks big, moves fast and wants to make an impact right from day one, then get ready to join our industry-changing team. Let’s go!

Your Mission

In this role, you will help design and execute internal audits across core operational, financial, and regulatory processes, working closely with business leaders to strengthen our control environment. Beyond traditional auditing, you will act as a advisor to product, compliance, and engineering teams, offering early audit insights to ensure new products and features launch safely, securely, and in full compliance with European financial regulations.

Что предстоит делать

• In-House Audit Execution: Lead and support end-to-end internal audits across group entities in the DACH region, helping transition outsourced audit programs into structured in-house operations.
• Control Evaluation & Remediation: Test the design and operational effectiveness of key internal controls across operational, financial, and compliance domains (including AML, sanctions, and regulatory processes).
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with 1st and 2nd lines of defense (Compliance, Risk, Operations, and Product) to address audit findings, track remediation plans, and enhance overall control health.
• Product & Security Insights: Provide pre-implementation audit feedback during product development initiatives to ensure regulatory and security considerations are embedded before launch.
• Audit Strategy & Automation: Support the Group Internal Audit Manager in refining audit methodologies, developing risk-based audit plans, and leveraging data analytics to streamline manual testing.

Кто вы

• Professional Audit Background: 3+ years of audit experience gained within Big 4 / professional services, banking, fintech, or financial services.
• Regulatory Exposure: Practical understanding of key EU/DACH financial regulations (AML/CTF, MiCAR, MiFID II, PSD2, or GDPR).
• Education & Certifications: Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Law, or related field. Relevant professional certification achieved or in progress (CIA, CAMS, CISA, or CPA) is preferred.
• Language Skills: Professional proficiency in German and English (capable of reviewing regulatory documentation and holding discussions)

What’s in it for you

• Flexibility to work where you thrive – Enjoy the freedom of our Hybrid working model, combining onsite collaboration and remote work, with an additional 25 days per year to work from a city or country of your choice.
• Reward for your impact – Receive a competitive total compensation package aligned with Bitpanda’s pay-for-impact policy, including participation in our stock option plan.
• Support for your mental wellbeing – Access confidential coaching, counselling, and mental health resources whenever you need them through OpenUP.
• Time to recharge – On top of your standard annual leave, prioritise your wellbeing in 2027 with 3 additional days of paid time off to rest, reset, and recharge, available once you’ve been with us for 6 months.
• Continuous learning and growth – Grow your skills and stay ahead in your career with unlimited access to Udemy’s library of online courses at your own pace.
• Exclusive perks and rewards – Enjoy discounts, rewards, and perks from partners worldwide across lifestyle, wellness, tech, and travel.
• Support during life milestones – Take advantage of up to 8 additional weeks of gender-neutral new parent leave to welcome and bond with your new addition to the family.
• Fuel and focus on-site – Pandas in Vienna, Bucharest, Barcelona, and Berlin can enjoy free onsite dining, with freshly prepared lunches and snacks to keep you fueled and focused all day long.
• Recognition for your contributions – Celebrate milestones and achievements with recognition and rewards for your Tenure at Bitpanda.
• Show your Bitpanda pride – Access exclusive Bitpanda-branded merchandise and gear to represent.
• Connect and celebrate with your team – Join unforgettable company events, from our Winter Party in Vienna to gatherings worldwide, fostering fun, connection, and celebration

.…and even more location-specific benefits designed to make life at Bitpanda even more rewarding wherever you are.

Above all, you will have the opportunity to learn and grow as part of Bitpanda’s incredible journey towards being Europe’s future #1 investment platform.

Bitpanda is committed to fostering a fair and equal environment based on trust and mutual respect. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is paramount to our success and we are committed to building a team that represents a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

* These benefits may be adjusted at Bitpanda’s discretion and do not apply to our internships and exceptions to our Hybrid Working policy apply to teams with shift schedules or for folks whose roles require them to be in-office (think: Workplaces team or IT).