Team Lead IT Compliance - SOX (f/m/d)
Technology
Munich, DE London, GB
To support our IT Services Team we are searching for a Team Lead IT Compliance - SOX (f/m/d) to be based in one of our offices in Munich or London.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Own and lead the global IT SOX (SOX 404) compliance program as the primary SME across a complex system landscape
- Lead, coach, and develop a small IT Compliance team, including performance management and growth support
- Provide independent assurance and strategic guidance on ITGC, ITAC, and automated control design and effectiveness
- Partner with IT leadership, system owners, and Risk & Compliance to embed “Compliance by Design” in systems and processes
- Plan and oversee IT SOX control testing, ensuring high-quality documentation aligned with PCAOB standards
- Act as the main liaison for external auditors, managing walkthroughs, evidence requests, and defending the control environment
- Communicate IT risks and audit findings to senior management and drive effective, sustainable remediation actions
WHO YOU ARE
- Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Informatics, or similar IT-focused field
- 8+ years of experience in IT Audit, Risk, or Compliance (ideally Big 4 + in-house in US-listed or regulated multinational)
- Deep expertise in SOX 404 (incl. PCAOB standards), with strong focus on ITGC (access, change, operations), ITAC and IT Application Controls
- Proven experience auditing complex IT environments (ERP like SAP/Oracle, cloud platforms, SaaS solutions)
- Relevant certifications (CISA, CRISC, CISM, CISSP) strongly preferred
- Strong analytical, detail-oriented mindset with ability to translate technical risks into business impact
- High integrity, strong communication and stakeholder management skills; fluent in English (German is a plus)
WHAT WE OFFER IN MUNICH
- Up to 32 days of holiday, depending on the length of service, starting with 28 days
- Mobile office with up to 20% of your total contracted hours (job and position permitting)
- 10 days/year of mobile office abroad in EU-countries (job and position permitting)
- Language & e-learning courses
- Staff discount of up to 30%
- Company pension scheme
- Discounted membership for selected sports platforms & gyms
- Discounted travel card
- Access to LinkedIn Learning
- Individual support on mental health & well-being (e.g. compatibility work and family life)
- Social Day
- Employee Share Purchase Plan
WHAT WE OFFER IN LONDON
- Up to 32 days of holiday, depending on the length of service, starting with 28 days
- Mobile office with up to 20% of your total contracted hours (job and position permitting)
- Language & e-learning courses
- Staff discount of up to 30%
- Family-friendly policies
- Access to LinkedIn Learning
- Individual support on mental health & well-being
- Social Day
- Employee Share Purchase Plan