Senior Internal Auditor
Posted 3 May by
Davies Talent Solutions
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the Head of Internal Audit in developing and implementing a risk-based audit plan.
- Lead and manage all aspects of assigned internal audits, ensuring adherence to quality and professional standards.
- Contribute to the ongoing development of the internal audit function, including reviewing and providing input on internal audit policies and procedures.
- Collaborate with and lead third-party auditors when necessary.
- Effectively communicate audit findings to internal stakeholders, ensuring clear understanding and agreement on appropriate actions.
- Follow up on audit recommendations to confirm management has adequately addressed them.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders to foster understanding and acceptance of internal audit methods and reporting.
- Conduct special assignments/projects as directed by the Head of Internal Audit, addressing emerging business risks.
- Promote and advocate for best practices in risk management, governance, and internal controls.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Professional internal audit or accounting qualification (e.g., relevant industry certifications)
- Minimum of five years' experience in internal audit, with practical application of relevant tools and techniques
- Strong understanding of sound risk management, governance, and internal control practices
- Experience in a regulated financial services environment is preferred, with additional experience in wealth, mortgage, and protection services a plus
- Comprehensive knowledge of the internal audit lifecycle, from planning to reporting
- Experience using data analytics in internal audit processes is advantageous
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
- Strong analytical and reporting abilities
- Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships
- Interpersonal and influencing skills
- Self-confident, mature, and commercially aware
- Effective time management and prioritization skills
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
Why Apply?:
- Competitive salary (up to £70,000)
- Bonus scheme (up to 10%)
- Attractive pension plan with employer contributions
- Health and life insurance benefits
- Generous vacation time (25 days + holidays, with option to purchase additional days)
- Flexible benefits package (including potential for health and dental insurance)
Required skills
- "Internal Audit"
Reference: 52582474
Please note Reed.co.uk does not communicate with candidates via Whatsapp, and we will never ask you to provide your bank, passport or driving licence details during the application process. To stay safe in your job search and flexible work, we recommend visiting JobsAware, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat labour market abuse. Visit the JobsAware website for information and free expert advice for safer work.
Report this jobNot quite what you are looking for? Try these similar searches
Replace a job alert
Replace a job alert
Get Job Alerts straight to your inbox
"Office Assistant jobs in London"
Your Job Alert has been created and your search saved.
'Saved search name'