The IDW is looking for a

International Relationship Manager

Role Overview: We are seeking an International Relationship Manager to support our assurance standards department and broader leadership in managing and advancing the IDW's international relations. This is a unique opportunity to engage with diverse global stakeholders, contribute to the technical dialogue, and act as a contact between international counterparts and the German profession.

Location: Düsseldorf, Germany
Type: Full-time
Office presence: Minimum 2 days per week
Department: Assurance Standards
Travel: 15–30% international, travelling on weekends and public holidays will sometimes be necessary

• Support IDW representatives in their international roles by preparing for and joining them at meetings, and conferences.
• Support collaboration with other departments and senior leadership of the IDW on international topics.
• Assist with translation and interpretation of technical documents and communications (German-English) and finalising English language correspondence on a diverse range of technical and political issues.
• Prepare presentations, briefing material, and reports for international and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor developments in international standard-setting and relevant regulation.
• Facilitate coordination between international organizations and IDW representatives.
• Provide support as needed on selected technical accounting, sustainability, audit and assurance matters.

• Native English speaker with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, CA, CPA), preferably from an English-speaking country.
• Minimum 3 years' post-qualification experience in audit or relevant industry roles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable working in a digital environment.
• Working proficiency in German (B2+ or higher); ability to engage in professional discussions and communicate clearly in German.
• Strong attention to detail and a quality-oriented mindset.
• Diplomatic and a confident communicator.
• Affinity for technical accounting and assurance topics.
• An open disposition.
• While not required, the German public auditor qualification (Wirtschaftsprüfer), experience in firm accounting or auditing technical departments, and additional language skills are considered desirable.

• A meaningful role in an influential professional body at the intersection of the national and international accountancy profession.
• Travel for work at an international level.
• Close collaboration with some of the most qualified and experienced people in the profession.
• Opportunities for professional growth and international exposure.
• Training and development program including for the German Public Accountant (Wirtschaftsprüfer) qualification.
• A secure position with a competitive salary and benefits package.
• Mobile working within Germany, time of in lieu of overtime, discounted healthy meals in our cafeteria, company bike leasing, support with insurance plans and free parking.
• Discounts via the corporate benefits platform