Internal Audit Recruitment

Targeted recruitment expertise

In Germany, businesses face increasing pressure to find internal auditors who can manage complex financial regulations and industry-specific requirements. Every recommendation must reflect not only technical skill but also a deep understanding of the audit profession. This ensures candidates are equipped to handle regulatory and operational challenges with confidence.

Alignment with business strategy

Long-term success depends on securing auditors who fit both the technical requirements of the role and the culture of the company. At Selby Jennings, we invest time in understanding your objectives and workplace environment, so the professionals we introduce add value beyond routine compliance and actively support business growth.

Global reach, local knowledge

German companies benefit from access to an international network of auditors with financial services expertise. These professionals bring a combination of technical excellence and cross-border perspective, strengthening internal audit functions in a competitive, globalised market.

Sustainable partnerships

We focus on lasting relationships rather than short-term placements. By learning your company’s culture, goals, and future trajectory, we provide auditors who not only address current needs but also contribute to long-term resilience and success. This commitment positions Selby Jennings as a trusted recruitment partner for internal audit talent in Germany.

Selby Jennings supports a broad range of firms with internal audit hiring, including but not limited to:

• Investment managers & hedge funds
• Private equity firms
• Global & regional banks
• Insurance providers
• Fintech & financial infrastructure firms
• Multinational corporates across key industries

…and many more businesses where governance, controls, and risk oversight are mission-critical.

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Selby Jennings partners with leading firms across financial services and corporate industries to recruit exceptional internal audit professionals. Roles we typically support include, but are not limited to:

• Internal Auditor
• Audit Analyst
• Senior Auditor
• SOX Auditor
• Risk & Controls Analyst
• IT Auditor
• Audit Associate
• Audit Business Partner
• Financial Controls Analyst
• Governance Analyst

We connect detail-driven, analytical professionals with organisations where audit and risk functions are essential to success.

Selby Jennings offers various workforce solutions tailored to your specific objectives.

• Permanent hires - Our permanent search service, whether through contingent or retained internal audit recruitment, helps you secure the professionals who can truly make an impact.
• Contract hires - Our extensive network of contractors and interim managers integrate seamlessly into companies to drive short term goals.
• Multi-hire projects - We take a consultative approach with our clients, managing the entire recruitment process from sourcing to hiring across the entire project.

German companies operate under strict regulations, particularly in banking, insurance, and manufacturing. Internal auditors are needed to manage compliance with BaFin requirements, EU directives, and evolving ESG standards while also addressing risks linked to digital transformation.

Common credentials include Wirtschaftsprüfer (German public auditor), CPA, CIA, and ACCA. Experience with IFRS, German GAAP (HGB), and familiarity with BaFin and ECB regulations are highly valued.

The strongest demand comes from financial services, automotive, energy, pharmaceuticals, and large multinationals with complex supply chains. Frankfurt, Munich, and Hamburg are key hubs for audit recruitment.

They help businesses improve operational efficiency, strengthen internal controls, and provide insights that guide strategic decisions. This is especially important in Germany’s export-driven economy, where risk management and international compliance are critical.

We combine local knowledge of Germany’s regulatory environment with global reach. Our consultants connect businesses with auditors who bring both technical expertise and cultural fit, delivering long-term value to internal audit functions.