Internal Auditor

Making a DifferenceThe State of Wisconsin Investment Board (SWIB), founded in 1951, is a premier global investment organization responsible for managing the more than $156 billion of assets of the fully funded Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), the State Investment Fund and other state funds. Through SWIB’s effective and innovative investment management, WRS remains one of the only fully funded US public pensions. We are the 9th largest public pension fund in the U.S. and the 25th largest public or private pension fund in the world. SWIB is recognized by the investment industry for our teamwork and innovation. SWIB pursues sophisticated global investment strategies across the asset and risk allocation spectrum. Providers across the investment ecosystem seek to partner with SWIB.Serving more than 691,000 beneficiaries of the WRS, SWIB is a mission-driven organization focused on providing a strong financial future to those who committed their careers to public service. For public employees and the 1,500 Wisconsin employers who contribute on their behalf, we are a trusted partner. Our team innovates continuously to meet the challenges of an evolving investment landscape while growing and protecting the assets of the WRS.SWIB provides a strong, steady economic pillar for the state of Wisconsin by growing the trust funds under its management, managing risk, and optimizing costs of the long term. We are a mission-driven organization and the participants we serve are our mission. By bringing a disciplined, prudent, and innovative approach to market opportunities, SWIB has been successful in generating required returns and maintaining the trust of the beneficiaries and stakeholders of the funds we oversee.Home To Top TalentOur high-performing staff is key to what makes us a premier investment manager. SWIB is committed to investing in talented professionals to implement our robust, sophisticated investment strategies and to keep the organization at the forefront of the investment industry. We encourage innovation and offer professional development opportunities to help staff sharpen and expand their skills. Approximately 61 percent of SWIB’s investment professionals are Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charterholders.

Job Description:

About the Team

The Internal Audit Division at SWIB reports directly to the Board of Trustees. We are dedicated to enhancing and protecting SWIB’s value by providing risk-based independent and objective assurance, advice, and insight. Our work includes audit engagements, continuous auditing/monitoring, and consulting/special projects. Our team consists of experienced staff members who collaborate heavily, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development. We also collaborate with the business to maximize our impact.

SWIB is seeking an internal auditor that will focus on auditing investment strategies and oversight, operations, and other key areas at SWIB. This role will work cross-functionally, manage and/or assist with the completion of engagements from start to finish, and be empowered to drive meaningful change.

Essential Activities:

• Perform key engagement-level audit activities, including determining audit scopes and objectives, completing engagement-level risk assessments, and developing audit programs, testing plans, and procedures.
• Review policies and procedures for adequacy and identify key controls via walkthroughs or testing of business processes.
• Conduct audit testing to ensure transactions, reports, and processes are complete, accurate, and effective; document results; and recommend process improvements when appropriate.
• Prepare audit and other written reports to communicate audit results, conclusions, and recommendations to management.
• Conduct audit work with proficiency and due professional care while maintaining independence and objectivity.
• Participate in the entity-wide audit risk assessment process, development of the audit plan, and strategic initiatives.
• Perform post-audit follow-up activities to determine adequacy of corrective actions taken.
• Attend key meetings (e.g. Board and committees) and represent Internal Audit as required.

Cultural Fit & Soft Skills:

• Passion for auditing, innovation, and building long-term partnerships.
• Collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal skills.
• Team player who thrives in a small, tight-knit group and is easy to work with at all levels — we value respect and a humble approach to teamwork.
• Ability to think critically and make clear, thoughtful recommendations.
• Values continuous learning, intellectual curiosity, and transparency.
• Highly organized, with excellent project management skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to be adaptive and thrive in a continuously evolving environm