Company Description

Stäubli is a global industrial and mechatronic solution provider with four dedicated Divisions: Electrical Connectors, Fluid Connectors, Robotics and Textile, serving customers who aim to increase their productivity in many industrial sectors. Stäubli currently operates in 28 countries, with agents in 50 countries on four continents. Its global workforce of 6,000 shares a commitment to partnering with customers in nearly every industry to provide comprehensive solutions with long-term support. Originally founded in 1892 as a small workshop in Horgen/Zurich, Switzerland, today Stäubli is an international Group headquartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland.

Job Description

The Internal Audit Manager will play a pivotal role in strengthening governance, risk management, and internal controls across the Stäubli Group. Reporting to the Head Internal Audit, this role provides independent, objective assurance and advisory services globally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute risk-based audit plans aligned with group strategy and regulatory requirements.
• Lead audits across global business units, covering financial, operational, compliance, and IT processes.
• Evaluate key business risks and internal controls, recommending improvements to enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Prepare clear, concise audit reports with actionable recommendations for senior management and the Audit Committee.
• Support the development of audit methodologies, tools, and processes, including the use of data analytics.
• Collaborate with senior leaders across departments to ensure robust risk ownership and act as a trusted advisor on governance matters.
• Coach team members and ensure audits adhere to Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS) and Swiss governance principles.

Travel Requirements:

• International travel (approx. 30–40%).

Qualifications

You are an accomplished internal audit professional with a proven track record of driving excellence in governance, risk management, and compliance. With 6–8 years of experience in internal audit, ideally gained within an international industrial group or a leading Big 4 firm. You bring a strategic mindset and hands-on expertise. Your ability to assess complex processes, identify risks, and deliver actionable insights sets you apart as a trusted advisor to the business.

Most importantly, you care about people and culture, you dare to challenge, inspire, and build a strong team while fostering collaboration. Fluency in English is essential; additional languages are a plus.

• Education: University degree (or equivalent) in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Certifications: Professional credentials such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CPA, CISA, or equivalent are expected.

Additional Information

Join our dedicated Internal Audit team at Stäubli’s headquarters, where collaboration and integrity are at the heart of everything we do. Our mission is to safeguard the organization’s governance, risk management, and compliance framework, ensuring operational excellence across all business units. We provide independent, objective assurance and actionable insights that support strategic decision-making and strengthen internal controls.

At Stäubli, we value people and performance. We hire for cultural fit and long-term growth, seeking team members who are eager to learn, contribute, and develop within a global organization.

We look forward to building a successful partnership together!