Internship - Financial Services Risk W/ Focus Operational 60-100 jobs at Ey in Switzerland, Zurich

Our Financial Services Organisation is unique among the Big 4 firms, being the only one with a functional specialisation in the Financial Services sector that is transnationally integrated across the EMEIA region.

What we look for

• You have an agile, growth-oriented mindset. What you know matters. But the right mindset is just as important in determining success. We’re looking for people who are innovative, can work in an agile way and keep pace with a rapidly changing world.
• You are curious and purpose driven. We’re looking for people who see opportunities instead of challenges, who ask better questions to seek better answers that build a better working world.
• You are inclusive. We’re looking for people who seek out and embrace diverse perspectives, who value differences, and team inclusively to build safety and trust.

• Qualifications:

• You have fresh ideas, an innovative mind and have a strong desire to structure and solve problems.
• You are interested in specializing infinancial services risk management and regulatory topics (e.g. FINMA circulars)
• You are looking for an internship before or right-after finalizing your studies (BA or MA).
• You have a strong academic record and are interested in the financial sector
• You are fluent in English and German, French is a plus
• You are a team player with a flexible working style who enjoys working with diverse teams
• You are prepared to challenge us, to act on your own initiative and to make an impact on our teams and clients from day one

What we offer

• International multi-cultural team of highly motivated professionals
• Constant personal development with a steep learning curve – a system of trainings, mentoring, counselling and on-the-job learning
• Exposure to a variety of clients, contributing to your professional growth and network
• Modern working environment and equipment, fostering mobile working flexibility
• Transparent performance-based recognition and progression system
• Potential opportunities for further development and potential long-term career prospects with EY

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Your key responsibilities

• Design and deliver AI-driven solutions for Swiss Financial Services clients, focusing on Agentic AI, intelligent automation, AI enablement, data engineering, and scalable application development.
• Translate business requirements into robust technical architecture, ensuring scalability, security, and compliance with financial industry standards.
• Contribute to business development activities, including preparing client proposals and supporting internal strategic initiatives.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing within the Technology Consulting team.
• Collaborate with local and international EY teams across geographies and industries to deliver high-impact client solutions.

What we look for

• MSc or PhD in data science, computer science, mathematics, natural sciences, or engineering.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in banking, insurance or asset management, either in-house or as a consultant.
• Interest and experience in AI domains such as Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), Natural Language Processing (NLP), and Machine Learning.
• Familiarity with programming paradigms such as object-oriented and functional programming, as well as data structures, algorithms, and software engineering best practices.
• Proficiency in scripting / programming languages such as Python, PySpark, SQL, C#, Java or similar.
• Hands-on experience with data platforms such as Databricks, Palantir Foundry, Snowflake or Microsoft Fabric.
• Familiarity with the Microsoft technology stack, especially Azure services for data and AI.
• Flexible and proactive mindset, strong problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to perform in collaborative, cross-functional team environments.
• Full professional proficiency in English and German or French; additional languages are a plus.
• Willingness to travel within Switzerland and occasionally abroad to collaborate with international teams and clients.

What’s in it for you

Here at EY, you’ll have the chance to build a truly exceptional experience. We’ll empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential. Through our coaching and training programs, you’ll develop the skills you need to stay relevant today and, in the future, – all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond.

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As a (Senior) Manager, you will be offered a diverse and fulfilling career; you will have the opportunity to work with a range of clients on large and small-scale projects across multiple sectors and industries. You will benefit by working with a variety of experienced teams across multiple geographies, in a fast-paced environment that can help you accelerate your career path, wherever that may take you. Join our uniqueTeam into positively impact billions of lives and unlock hidden opportunities.

Your key responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with clients to support and drive various projects. Potential areas of focus include:
• Conducting benchmarking projects at both the executive level and across the broader workforce
• Designing compensation plans and incentive structures for different stakeholders, as well as developing reward policies
• Creating and implementing job grading systems and job architecture frameworks
• Performing remuneration surveys and analyzing remuneration data
• Assist in project planning, data analysis, report writing, and the development of presentation materials
• Work alongside key project leaders to manage and maintain strong client relationships
• Collaborate effectively with other workforce advisory colleagues, as well as service lines and EY colleagues globally

Skills and attributes for success

• A recognized diploma in Economics or Finance, with a solid understanding of HR topics
• 5 to 7 years of experience in Corporate HR, Compensation & Benefits, and/or HR Consulting
• Ideally, an experience in key employee retention, compensation and benefits programs, HR topics, including conducting remuneration surveys and supporting the day-to-day management of a company’s remuneration offerings. Knowledge of market trends in the field of rewards and key drivers, as well as an HR generalist background, is highly desirable
• Excellent proficiency in English; German is considered as a strong plus
• Strong qualitative and quantitative data analysis skills, with the ability to create effective data presentations
• An analytical mindset with the ability to apply methodical and rigorous approaches
• A true team player, committed to long-term team investment
• Experienced in growth, sales, and leadership, particularly for executive hires

What we offer you

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Die Gelegenheit: Dein nächstes Abenteuer wartet

Die Welt verändert sich stärker und schneller denn je. Unser globales Versprechen: „Shaping your future with confidence“ leitet dabei unsere mehr als 400‘000 Mitarbeiter und Mitarbeiterinnen rund um den Globus und bietet die Basis für die Arbeit, die wir jeden Tag leisten. Mit unseren innovativen Dienstleistungen in der Wirtschaftsprüfung, Steuerberatung, sowie Transaktions- und Managementberatung führen wir unsere Mandanten in die Zukunft.

Deine Hauptaufgaben

• Als Senior Consultant unterstützt Du entsprechende Bewertungs- und Modellierungs-Projekte im Bereich Financial Services und interagierst direkt mit Kunden;
• Du erstellst komplexe Finanzmodelle im Rahmen von M&A Transaktionen;
• Du erstellst Unternehmensbewertungen mit verschiedenen Methoden und nach internationalen Standards, zudem bewertest Du im Rahmen von Purchase Price Allocations immaterielle Vermögenswerte;
• Du führst Impairmenttests und Optionsbewertungen für das Financial Accounting durch;
• Du unterstützt bei Go-to-Market-Tätigkeiten, Recherchen und Marktanalysen;
• Du arbeitest in multidisziplinären Teams und für verschiedene Industrien innerhalb des Finanzdienstleistungssektors;
• Zur fundierten Ausbildung wirst Du auch in anderen Transaktionsbereichen mitwirken.

Was wir suchen

• Hochschulabschluss (Master) mit Vertiefung in Finance, Accounting, Bank- oder Versicherungswirtschaft;
• Mindestens 2 Jahre relevante Erfahrung im Bereich Bewertung, Finanzmodellierung und Corporate Finance;
• Exzellente analytische Fähigkeiten und selbstständige Arbeitsweise;
• Relevante Erfahrung oder aufrichtiges Interesse am Finanzdienstleistungssektor;
• Fortgeschrittene Excel Kenntnisse. Kenntnisse in der Verarbeitung und Visualisierung von grossen Datenmengen (z.B. mit Python oder PowerBI) von Vorteil;
• Hervorragende Kommunikations- und Präsentationsfähigkeiten in Deutsch und Englisch, sowohl mündlich als auch schriftlich. Kenntnisse in Französisch und/oder anderen europäischen Sprachen von Vorteil;
• Überzeugung für das Einbringen von eigenen Ideen und dem Übernehmen von Verantwortung;
• Aufgeschlossene, humorvolle und dynamische Persönlichkeit;
• Erfolgsgaranten, die dich bei uns weiterbringen: Teamfähigkeit, Einsatzbereitschaft, gewinnendes Auftreten und schnelle Auffassungsgabe.

Was ist für Dich drin

Inklusion ist der zentrale Bestandteil unseres Handelns. Wir setzen uns dafür ein, einen Arbeitsplatz zu schaffen, an dem jede(r) gleichberechtigten Zugang zu Chancen hat. Wenn du während des Rekrutierungsprozesses Anpassungen benötigst, unterstützen wir dich gerne.

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What we offer you
At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn .

• The hourly pay range for this job, in the US, is $XXX per hour. Individual salaries are based on education, geographic location, and alignment to the market data.
• If you join EY full time after your internship, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. In addition, our Total Rewards package for full time hires includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
• Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being

We value your application
• To make the most of your application experience,please limit yourself to two applications within a six-month period.
• Applications to EY are reviewed by a dedicated member of our early careers team.
• You may receive outreach from an EY Recruiter to discuss your application and interests.

Experienced Senior Consultant – Finance 4.0 / Finance Process Optimization / Digitalization

in optimizing and digitalizing complex financial processes. We cooperate very closely with CFOs, treasurers and financial managers, helping them digitalize internal processes and thereby increase productivity.

We are looking for candidates with experience in financial management who wish to further specialize in financial advisory, design solutions which address even the most complex client requirements and work on a diverse range of projects in this area.

Job description

• Participate in projects related to:

• Optimization/digitalization of processes
• Implementation of IT solutions in finance and treasury

• Coordinate work with individual clients and the internal team
• Participate in mentoring and coaching of more junior colleagues

Starting salary from 2500 €/month (gross) depending on qualifications and relevant experience.

Skills and attributes for success

• University degree with economic or technical focus
• At least three to four years’ work experience in finance, audit or consulting

• Experience in mapping and optimizing internal processes

• Strong communication skills
• Experience in coordinating work
• Project management experience
• Logical and analytical thinking
• Willingness to learn
• Client-oriented mindset
• Fluent English
• Excellent knowledge of MS Excel
• Knowledge of MS Power BI considered a plus

What we offer

• we offer a wide range of benefits, including:
• Permanent employment
• Home office and flexible working hours

- Up to five working days of bonus leave

- Bonuses and rewards reflecting your individual performance

- A varied range of cafeteria benefits which everyone can combine, according to their interests:

• Physical and mental health (e.g., medical examination, contribution to the 3rd pillar of pension savings)

• Education contribution

• Public transport contribution

• Contribution towards the purchase of sports equipment

• Reimbursement of tickets to the cinema, theatre, etc.

- Childbirth or wedding contribution

- Permitted private use of issued iPhone and notebook computer

- Employee mobile service packages and attractive offers for families and relatives

- Online English tuition

- We support employees in acquiring professional qualifications and fully pay certification fees – such as ACCA, CFA, SKAU memberships, SKDP, SAK, etc.

- MultiSport card

- Massages at the workplace every week

- Psychological counseling

- Above standard recognition of work anniversaries

Your key responsibilities

• Your focus will be on Cybersecurity consulting, information security, and risk assessment of processes, applications, systems, and IT infrastructures in banks and insurance companies
• You will work on projects in hot topics in Cybersecurity such as cloud security, blockchain, DevOps, penetration testing, and security architecture
• In addition, you will also take on tasks in the areas of IT risk assurance in terms of internal controls and risk and compliance management
• As a member of an interdisciplinary team of specialists, you will support our customers in consulting projects in assessing and improving the effectiveness and quality in the field of Cybersecurity
• Help our clients understand the Cyber threat landscape and assess the maturity of their Cybersecurity strategy

What we look for

• Degree (Bachelor's or Master's) in Business Information Technology, in a technical field (e.g. Computer Science) related to Cybersecurity topics, or equivalent education
• A must: Passion for consulting and Cybersecurity topics and an in-depth technical understanding from training or other experience
• A plus: Previous knowledge of the financial services sector
• Qualities guaranteed to boost your career at EY: ability to work in a team, determination, commitment, a strong presence, an independent working style,and a quick grasp of new topics
• Fluent in German and English

What’s in it for you

Here at EY, you’ll have the chance to build a truly exceptional experience. We’ll empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential. Through our coaching and training programs, you’ll develop the skills you need to stay relevant today and, in the future, – all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond.

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