AI & Data Analytics Specialist

As part of our Internal Audit function, you will contribute to providing independent assurance over the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), advanced analytics, and data-driven solutions across the Group. You will support audits covering the full AI lifecycle (data, model development, deployment, monitoring) and help assess whether AI systems are designed and used in a controlled manner. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine data / engineering expertise with audit and risk management, within a highly regulated financial environment. Support Internal Audit in enhancing risk coverage and efficiency through advanced AI and analytics, with a focus on practical, auditable use cases in a regulated banking environment.

Responsibilities

Support the execution of audits covering AI models, algorithms, and data pipelines; Support continuous auditing initiatives; Assess the design and effectiveness of controls throughout the AI lifecycle; Review model development, validation and monitoring practices; Design and execute data-driven audit procedures (e.g. transaction analysis, anomaly detection); Develop AI/ML use cases supporting audits (AML, payments, KYC); Extract, clean and analyse large datasets (SQL, Python); Build reusable analytics tools and scripts; Translate technical outputs into clear audit insights for senior stakeholders

Requirements

MSc in engineering / Data Science / AI / Applied Mathematics; Ability to challenge and question complex models and processes; Structured and pragmatic problem-solving; Clear and structured communication skills; Ability to explain technical results in business terms; Critical thinking; Knowledge of LLMs / GenAI tools; Strong Python, SQL and data manipulation; MS Office suite; Fluent in English