Placement Year Intern, Corporate Audit

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Job description

Who we are looking for:
The successful candidate will be a placement year student with an eye for detail, good communication and collaboration skills and a desire to learn more about financial services within State Street.

Why this role is important to us:
Corporate Audit are responsible for providing the board of directors and management of State Street Corporation with independent and objective assessments of the design and operating effectiveness of the firms system of internal controls. You will be joining the UK Corporate Audit team helping to fulfil the global Audit division annual plan. The annual plan is designed to assess and communicate the effectiveness of State Street's system of internal controls.

What you will be responsible for:
As a placement year intern you will help us deliver the global Audit plan by:

• Becoming consistently proficient in audit methodology applying your skills to the projects you are assigned
  
• Working on the various project assignments across our global business
  
• Delivering quality work in accordance with your assignment and the direction of the project lead
  
• Escalating potential observations timely to senior audit management
  
• Assuming increased project responsibilities as skills and knowledge develop
  

What we value:
These skills will help you succeed in this role:

• A desire and willingness to learn through structured training and development as well as self engaged learnings
  
• Applying good written and oral communication skills
  
• Being part of a team and contributing to the fulfilment of the annual audit plan
  
• Displaying good analytical skills and having an eye for detail
  
• Being willing to ask considered questions
  

Education & Preferred Qualifications:

• Currently engaged in a financial services relevant degree program
  

Additional requirements:
The successful candidates may, on occasions, be requested to travel to other global State Street office locations, subject to Covid restrictions.

About State Street
What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.
Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.
Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspective are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome the candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift program and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.
State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers