Audit Trainee (One Year Contract)
- Crédit Agricole CIB
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong
- HKD 180,000 – HKD 240,000
General information
Entity
About Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (Crédit Agricole CIB)
Crédit Agricole CIB is the corporate and investment bank of the Crédit Agricole group, the 10th largest banking group in the world *.
We support major companies and financial institutions in their development and the financing of their projects.
As pioneers in responsible finance, social and environmental commitments are at the heart of our activities.
Joining our teams means working in a multicultural environment, both dynamic and stimulating, where you will contribute to developing a sustainable economy.
We support employees throughout their journey: you will develop your skills and access various mobility opportunities among the diversity of our businesses in more than 30 international locations.
Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation and openness, where everyone is valued and empowered.
By working every day in the interest of society, Crédit Agricole CIB aligns with the Group values committed to diversity and inclusion and placing people at the heart of all its transformations.
All our jobs are open to people with disabilities. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to take part in our mission ?
*By balance sheet size - The Banker, Juillet 2025
Reference
2026-115701
Update date
21/09/2026
Job description
Business type
Types of Jobs - Finance / Accounting
Job title
Audit Trainee (One Year Contract)
Contract type
Internship/Trainee
Management position
No
Job summary
Being part of the APAC and Middle East regional audit hub, the Auditor (Trainee) is responsible for conducting audit tests and work streams and issuing audit conclusions and recommendations as part of an audit assignment under the supervision of a Senior Auditor or a Lead Auditor.
The ideal candidate should complete the graduation requirement by Sep 2026 and is available to start the position from Oct 2026 onwards. Trainee program is one year to begin with and possible for extension up to 2 years in total, subject to performance and business needs.
Please apply for this role on our Career Website and complete the form at this link. Both steps are required for your application to be considered complete.
Key Responsibilities
I – During an audit assignment
The Auditor (Trainee) is responsible for carrying out audit work under the supervision of a Senior Auditor/Lead Auditor within established timeframes in accordance with IGE methodology and procedures and Internal Audit standards. It includes:
- To independently participate in the audit planning and fieldwork as assigned by the Lead Auditor, in accordance with IGE methodology and within agreed timeframe, including:
- A preliminary assessment of the audited activity highlighting the related risks and controls
- Testing and analysing of the results of the controls planned in the audit program
- To document clearly and precisely in the test sheets the controls performed and the conclusions reached
- To identify and report on strengths and weaknesses of the audited areas, to analyse the root causes and consequences of the identified weaknesses, to formalise possible remediation and recommendations to address the findings and to conclude on the effectiveness and efficiency of the control set-up and business practices
- To present audit conclusions to IGE management and to the management of the audited unit (debriefing presentation, final audit report, etc.).
- To keep the Lead Auditor in charge of the assignment/Local Head of Audit informed of the progress on the audit work assigned, and to escalate any issue that may impact/delay the audit’s execution or any other relevant matters that arise on the assigned audit and the risk and control environment
- To conduct recommendations follow-ups to monitor whether adequate corrective actions have been taken prior to closing any recommendations
- To ensure proper archiving of any supporting documentation, audit evidence and deliverables.
II – IGE Continuous improvement Program / Transversal topics
The Auditor (Trainee) contributes to the continuous improvement of IGE methodologies and processes.
Prepare or update audit guides or scorecards related to specific activities based on existing knowledge, documentation, interviews, etc.Monitor the implementation of recommendations issuedBuild and share knowledgeParticipate in one or several knowledge communities within IGE
Supplementary Information
In accordance with the Mandatory Reference Checking (MRC) Scheme implemented by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), a successful candidate for an In-Scope Position who has held a position with an In-Scope Institution in the past 7 years will be subject to a mandatory reference check. For more details, please refer to Mandatory Reference Checking Scheme Phase 2 | The Hong Kong Association of Banks.
Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the employer's personal data policies, a copy of which will be provided immediately upon request.
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Position location
Geographical area
Asia, Hong Kong
City
HONG KONG
Candidate criteria
Minimal education level
Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent
Academic qualification / Speciality
The ideal candidate should have already completed all bachelor/master degree requirement by now and will be ready to start working from October 2026 onwards. Trainee program is one year to begin with and possible for extension up to 2 years in total, subject to performance and business needs.
Bachelor or Master’s degree in data science, accounting, business, finance, engineering or related field with less than 12 months’ full-time experiences
Level of minimal experience
0-2 years
Experience
- N/A
Required skills
- Strong analytical and organization skills, detail-oriented, ability to work under time pressure
- A strong team player
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Basic understanding of banking and finance activities
Technical skills required
- Proficiency in Word, Excel and Powerpoint
Languages
• Fluent in English
Skills
- Internal Audit
- Financial Accounting
- Risk assessment
- Audit Reporting
- Data Analysis
- Banking operations
- Regulatory Compliance








