Are you looking for your next opportunity?
Sompo has a unique opportunity for a Graduate Trainee in our Internal Audit team.
The Internal Audit department provides independent, objective assurance that Sompo International’s governance, risk management, and internal control processes are functioning effectively. As a global team, we deliver assurance and advisory services across core business and IT processes, helping the organisation identify emerging risks, strengthen controls, and drive continuous improvement. Graduate trainees gain exposure to diverse audits, work closely with stakeholders across regions, and develop strong analytical, communication, and professional skills as they contribute to safeguarding the organisation and enabling sustainable growth.
The graduate trainee will rotate across Internal Audit, JSOX, IT Audit, and the Professional Practices team, gaining hands‑on experience across all core facets of the audit function. This structured rotation provides a broad foundation in assurance, controls, technology, and audit methodology, preparing the trainee to contribute effectively within a global internal audit environment.
Location: This position will be based out of our London office. We strive for collaboration which is why we offer a work environment where our employees thrive and develop long lasting careers.
Our business, your impact, our opportunity
What you’ll be doing:
- You will support audit planning, fieldwork, and reporting
- Contribute to reporting audit issues to management and issue follow-up to ensure that issues are appropriately addressed.
- Contribute to the testing and documentation of JSOX controls;
- Assist with evaluating the design and effectiveness of IT processes and systems;
- Help drive audit methodology, quality assurance, and continuous improvement initiatives within Professional Practices.
What you’ll bring:
- Applicants must be studying towards a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, Economics, Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related degrees.
- Curiosity and a genuine desire to learn across multiple areas of audit.
- Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
- Comfort working with data and the ability to interpret information effectively.
- Confidence engaging with stakeholders and collaborating across teams.
- Good organisation and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
- Attention to detail and a critical mindset when assessing risks and controls.
- A proactive, positive attitude and enthusiasm for contributing to a global Internal Audit function.
Our Benefits
We continuously evaluate and update our benefit programs to ensure that our plans meet the needs of our employees and their dependents. Below are a few highlights of our inclusive benefit programs:
- Expansive Health & Wellness Benefits
- Generous Retirement & Savings Plans
- Global Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
In today’s world, what do we stand for?
We strive to create exceptional value for our clients and shareholders while maintaining Sompo as an attractive place to work. We foster an environment of ongoing, open dialogue between managers and their direct reports, and believe in an organizational environment where everyone belongs. We proudly are a multi-racial, multi-cultural, global enterprise. We reject all forms of racism, bigotry, prejudice and injustice and continue to invest in building out an inclusive and diverse work environment.
About Us
Expert Partners.
Clarity in complexity.
Unwavering commitment.
We are Sompo, a global provider of property, casualty, and specialty insurance and reinsurance.
Building on Sompo Holding’s 135 years of innovation, we seek to deliver a unified approach to servicing and providing customized solutions for our clients, ensuring that we meet their needs effectively and consistently.
We strive to strengthen engagement with our clients and business partners every day by using the in-depth knowledge and insights of our experts to swiftly navigate the ever-shifting risk landscape in a fast and agile way – providing them with the products and coverages they need – underpinned by exceptional levels of service.
Our values
As we continue to evolve and grow, our core values serve as the foundation for our company’s identity, purpose and culture.
- Accountability: Raising the bar on what we deliver
- Agility: Keeping it simple as we grow
- Collaboration: Building relationships with clients and colleagues
- Development: Being curious and having a growth mindset
- Integrity: Being trustworthy and doing what’s right
Around the world, our 9,500+ employees use their expertise to learn, improve and find clear answers for your complex challenges. Because when you choose Sompo, you choose the ease of expertise.
Sompo is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
To learn more about visit our website at www.sompo-intl.com
