Job Information
MetLife Senior Auditor II in Whippany, New Jersey
Role Value Proposition
Internal Audit (IA) is an independent global organization that partners with the business to ensure risks are anticipated, recognized, and effectively managed. We safeguard MetLife and its stakeholders through meaningful assurance and advisory services, while promoting strong risk management and internal controls.
We are seeking a Senior Auditor II to join our dynamic and collaborative team. This role focuses on auditing MetLife’s Global Risk Management (GRM) function, which includes Investment Risk, Insurance Product and Model Risk, and Operational Risk Management. The ideal candidate will bring curiosity, strong relationship-building skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, impactful results.
Key Responsibilities
Auditing
Execute assigned audit workstreams, including planning, walkthroughs, control testing, issue validation, and documentation of results.
Assist in preparing audit findings and developing clear, actionable audit reports.
Apply departmental goals and initiatives, including innovation, AI integration, and data analytics.
Project Management
Manage audit tasks, timelines, and stakeholder communications across IA and the business, with limited supervision.
Participate in departmental initiatives and special projects as needed.
Relationship Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and peers, fostering trust and collaboration.
Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills
Required:
5-8 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, risk management, or a related control function within financial services.
Knowledge of IIA standards, risk and control frameworks, audit sampling/testing methodologies, and the financial services industry.
Ability to balance attention to detail with broader departmental objectives.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and deductive reasoning skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational and time management capabilities.
Ability to collaborate effectively with process owners across multiple disciplines.
Preferred:
Professional certification (e.g., CIA, CPA) or equivalent.
Experience in investment risk, model risk, operational risk, or insurance investments.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Disability/Veterans
If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at accommodations@metlife.com. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.
MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.