Senior Internal Auditor

Viridien (www.viridiengroup.com) is an advanced technology, digital and Earth data company that pushes the boundaries of science for a more prosperous and sustainable future. With our ingenuity, drive and deep curiosity we discover new insights, innovations, and solutions that efficiently and responsibly resolve complex natural resource, digital, energy transition and infrastructure challenges.

Job Summary

Group Internal Audit represents the organization’s third line of defense, providing independent and objective assurance to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors and Executive Management. Through a risk-based approach, the function evaluates the effectiveness of risk management, governance, and internal control processes across the organization.

Internal audits are conducted regularly across all business areas and organizational levels within the Viridien Group.

During engagement planning, internal auditors assess the activity’s objectives and related strategies, identify significant risks, evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of governance and control frameworks, and highlight opportunities for improvement. Independence and professional judgment are essential to establish a robust risk-based audit approach and allocate appropriate resources.

About the Team

As a Senior Internal Auditor, you will join a team of four professionals located in Massy and Rotterdam. You will lead and execute internal audit assignments in line with the Group Internal Audit (GIA) Charter and the company’s Code of Ethics.

You will be fully accountable for audit engagements from the planning phase through execution to follow-up, ensuring high-quality delivery and meaningful business impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and propose tailored audit work programs for each engagement, considering operational activities, specific risks, and allocated resources, and obtain validation from the Audit Director
• Lead kick-off and closing meetings with auditees across international locations
• Identify, assess, and evaluate strengths and weaknesses of internal control frameworks, ensuring effectiveness, proper implementation, and alignment with Group policies
• Deliver value-added recommendations and co-develop pragmatic corrective and improvement action plans with stakeholders
• Prepare and communicate clear and impactful audit reports to management and key stakeholders
• Monitor the implementation of agreed action plans and ensure timely completion
• Supervise, coach, and support the development of junior auditors and interns
• Coordinate audit activities with other auditors to ensure timely completion and provide structured feedback to the Internal Audit Director
• Contribute to the continuous development of the Group Internal Audit function (methodologies, tools, training, and strategic initiatives)

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from a Business School or university with a specialization in Accounting, Finance, or Audit
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience, including ideally 3 years in external audit (Big Four experience strongly preferred) and at least 2 years in internal audit
• Professional proficiency in French and English

Key Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical mindset and critical thinking abilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Team-oriented with the ability to work autonomously and demonstrate curiosity and professional skepticism
• High level of objectivity, integrity, and root-cause analysis capability
• End-to-end process understanding with strong systems thinking
• Advanced problem-solving and investigative skills
• Proven leadership, facilitation, and influencing capabilities

Benefits:

• An international culture in which the well-being and development of our employees are a top priority
• Attractive salary and bonus scheme
• Initial 25 days of annual leaves + 14 days of paid reduced working time per year
• PEE/PERCO/CET Pension Savings Plan
• Hybrid work: up to 2 days per week working from home.
• Access to company restaurant with subsidized price
• Access to benefits from Company works council
• Reimbursement of 50% of public transportation card in Ile-de-France region
• Attractive sustainable mobility incentive
• Love sports? Access to equipped Gym with reasonable price. 
• Wellbeing Teale app – for helping you to evaluate and improve your mental health.
• Confidential employee assistance program to support our staff covering counselling, wellbeing, legal & financial issues.

Our Hiring Process

At Viridien, we are committed to delivering a respectful, inclusive, and transparent recruitment experience.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to every applicant. Only candidates whose qualifications closely match the role criteria will be contacted for an interview. We do, however, aim to share personalized feedback with those who progress to the first round of interviews and beyond.

We are also dedicated to ensuring that our hiring process accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview stages, please don’t hesitate to contact your recruiter directly.

We see things differently. Diversity fuels our innovation, we value the unique ways in which we differ, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities for all professionals.