Internal Audit Senior Associate

About the team + role

We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards.

The Internal Audit function provides independent, objective, reliable, and timely assurance regarding the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal controls that mitigate current and emerging risks. Our mission is to strengthen Robinhood’s internal control ecosystem and promote operational excellence across the business. The Internal Audit team works closely with regulated entities and corporate functions, facilitating effective communication with leadership, the Board of Directors, and its Committees.

As an Internal Audit Senior Associate, you’ll support the execution of audits related to compliance and operations across Robinhood’s broker-dealers, registered investment advisor, and derivatives businesses. You’ll work closely with internal stakeholders to evaluate risk, improve processes, and enhance the company’s control environment!

This role is based in our Menlo Park, CA, New York, NY, or Chicago, IL offices, with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week.

At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams.

What you’ll do

• Support audit execution for compliance and operations across broker-dealers, registered investment advisors, and derivatives businesses in line with the Internal Audit plan
• Evaluate the adequacy and efficiency of internal policies, procedures, systems, and controls
• Conduct walkthroughs and perform testing of controls and substantive audit procedures
• Build collaborative relationships with business teams and cross-functional partners
• Analyze business processes, identify areas for improvement, and provide recommendations that strengthen the control environment
• Collaborate with Internal Audit team members to contribute to departmental initiatives and goals

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study
• 3+ years of audit experience in the financial services industry
• 2+ years of experience in compliance or operations
• Strong knowledge of compliance-related processes and regulatory expectations within financial institutions such as broker-dealers or investment advisors
• Excellent attention to detail, communication skills, and a commitment to high-quality work
• Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work independently and adapt in fast-changing environments
• Experience in or exposure to auditing or working within broker-dealers, registered investment advisors (RIAs), or futures commission merchants is a plus
• Advanced degree, Big 4 audit or consulting experience, and/or certifications such as SIE, Series 7, Series 24, Series 99, CIA, CAMS, or CFE are beneficial but not required

What we offer

• Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career.
• Performance-driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching.
• Best-in-class benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents.
• Lifestyle wallet — a highly flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning, and more.
• Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health benefits.
• Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!
• Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces.