Internal Audit Recruitment

Specialised internal recruitment

Organisations in France face the challenge of hiring internal auditors who are not only technically skilled but also understand the complexities of financial sciences. Every candidate must be prepared to meet the specific demands of the French audit industry, enabling them to handle its challenges with confidence.

Strategic company alignment

Finding internal audit professionals who align with your company’s culture and strategic goals is key to long-term success. At Selby Jennings, we take the time to understand your needs so we can recommend candidates who combine technical expertise with a strong cultural fit. This approach secures talent who contribute beyond compliance and support organisational growth.

Access to international audit talent pools

French businesses benefit from access to a wide international network of auditors with specialist expertise across the financial sector. These professionals bring technical excellence and an international perspective, strengthening your internal audit function in a competitive market.

Long-term partnerships

At Selby Jennings, we prioritise building lasting partnerships to fully understand your organisation’s evolving needs during times of change and growth. By investing in these relationships, we deliver talent that meets immediate priorities while supporting long-term objectives. This commitment makes us a trusted partner in audit talent acquisition and development in France.

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.

French businesses face stricter EU and domestic regulations, particularly in banking, insurance, and asset management. Internal auditors are needed to manage compliance, strengthen governance, and adapt to new risks such as ESG reporting and digital transformation.

Common certifications include French accounting qualifications such as DEC (Diplôme d’Expertise Comptable), as well as international designations like CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CPA, and ACCA. Knowledge of IFRS and EU regulatory frameworks is also highly valued.

The strongest demand comes from financial services, insurance, energy, pharmaceuticals, and multinational corporations headquartered in Paris and other major cities.

They provide insights that improve efficiency, strengthen risk frameworks, and support strategic decision-making. This helps French businesses remain competitive in both domestic and international markets.

We combine local market expertise with international reach. Our consultants understand French regulatory requirements and cultural expectations, connecting businesses with auditors who bring technical excellence and long-term strategic value.