Audit Specialist

About Us
Nu is one of the largest digital financial platforms in the world, with more than 127 million customers across Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia. Guided by our mission to fight complexity and empower people, we are redefining financial services in Latin America and this is still just the beginning of the purple future we're building.

Listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: NU), we combine proprietary technology, data intelligence, and an efficient operating model to deliver financial products that are simple, accessible, and human.

Our impact has been recognized by global rankings such as Time 100 Companies, Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, and Forbes World's Best Bank. Visit our institutional page

About The Role
We are looking for a talented person to join our amazing Internal Audit team, the third line of defense at Nubank. Our mission is to provide an independent and objective assessment of internal controls and risk management, leveraging technology, data, and challenging the status quo to perform tests and generate insights that not only aid in building robust controls but also provide a business advantage.

In this role, you will lead governance and regulatory audits, with a deep dive into AML & KYC processes. This position will also involve handling requests from regulators, coordinating them within the Internal Audit team, and ensuring that quality responses are delivered on time.

If you possess a strong understanding of corporate governance and regulations, enjoy challenges, and strive for continuous improvement in risk mitigation practices, Nubank is looking for someone like you

You'll be responsible for

• Lead and execute end-to-end audit fieldwork with a focus on Governance & Regulatory (especially AML & KYC fieldworks). This includes guiding projects, planning audit scope, executing tests, and producing final audit reports in collaboration with the team.
• Engage with stakeholders from the first and second lines of defense to discuss audit findings and monitor the implementation of issues and action plans.
• Coordinate the collection of information, prepare, and review responses to regulatory inquiries sent to the Internal Audit.
• Proactively monitor key regulatory changes, especially regarding AML & KYC, providing timely updates and technical support to the Internal Audit team.
• Contribute to Internal Audit's strategic projects.
• Data collection and risk assessment to build the annual audit work plan.
• Apply data exploration and analysis techniques to identify unmitigated risks and/or evaluate the efficiency of implemented controls.

We Are Looking For a Person Who Has

• Solid background in internal or external audit, ideally within the financial services, payments, or fintech sector.
• Strong understanding of Brazil's regulatory environment, including familiarity with local regulatory bodies such as the Central Bank of Brazil and CVM.
• Strong understanding of KYC/AML/Fraud, as well as financial crime prevention.
• Experience in conducting risk assessments and control testing.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to perform in-depth analysis, particularly related to governance issues.
• Demonstrated willingness to share knowledge and contribute to the improvement of the team's technical skills.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and ability to collaborate effectively with different stakeholders at various levels.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Intermediate English level.
• Ability to constantly adapt and quickly learn new technologies and tools, including AI tools.

Nice To Have

• Certifications: Professional qualifications such as ACAMS or ICA.
• Data Skills: Familiarity with data analysis and querying tools (e.g., SQL, Databricks).

Our Benefits

• Chance of earning equity at Nubank
• Food/ Meal Card (Vale-Refeição and/or Vale Alimentação)
• Public Transportation Commuting Benefit (Vale-Transporte)
• NuCare – Psychological, Financial and Legal Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• NuLanguage – Language Course Program
• Nucleo - Our learning platform of courses
• Extended Parental Leave
• Daycare Allowance
• Parental Consultancy
• Work-from-home Allowance
• Gym Partnerships
• 30 days of paid vacation
• Relocation Assistance Package, if applicable

Work Model for this Role
Hybrid 1week/cycle
: Our hybrid work model brings us to the office for one week every cycle, which may vary between one and three months. For more details, visit

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