Internal Auditor

Overview

This role supports audit management in delivering annual objectives, including the annual global Audit Plan. It also contributes to the continuous evolution of Internal Audit’s improvement strategy, methodology, data analytics, and assurance. The position involves consultancy and advisory support across departments, as well as participation in the Controls Assurance programme covering both financial and non-financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Work with audit management to assist with delivery of its annual objectives, particularly the annual global Audit Plan.
• Contribute to the continued evolution of Internal Audit’s improvement and strategy, methodology, data analytics, and assurance.
• Provide consultancy and advisory services to departments across the organization, including areas such as data analytics, automation, change programmes, governance, and controls.
• Support delivery of the Controls Assurance programme for both financial and non-financial controls.

Key expectations and requirements

• Deliver audit and/or advisory work to a high standard, adding value to stakeholders and challenging convention where necessary; handle more complex audits and other assurance assignments in line with expected timeframes.
• Track audit actions with stakeholders and help expedite successful delivery.
• Build strong relationships within the Internal Audit team, across the business, and externally where necessary.
• Support the Internal Audit team and wider business in understanding and using relevant approaches, strategies, and tools.
• Develop skills to increase individual autonomy, assertiveness, self-confidence, and ability to manage ambiguity.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of business developments impacting the Group and share key elements with the wider team clearly.
• Take effective, authentic ownership of audits and other work, adopting a leadership mindset.
• Follow Leader-Leader approach expectations and create a safe space in line with provided guidelines.
• Identify and propose pragmatic solutions to improve processes and operations both within Internal Audit and across the business.
• Contribute ideas to Internal Audit strategy and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate integrity, professionalism, discretion, diplomacy, and a positive, constructive mindset at all times.
• Provide honest and constructive feedback to other members of the function (upwards, downwards, and sideways) regularly.
• Develop the capability to work on audits unilaterally with limited support and guidance.
• Communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively (orally and in writing) to senior, junior, and peer audiences, both formally and informally.
• Safeguard independence and objectivity of both the individual and the function.
• Promote and protect the profile and reputation of Internal Audit and the wider organization.
• Adopt an appropriate working style (in-office, hybrid, remote, or a blend) to deliver objectives effectively and demonstrate good time management.
• Support controls assurance across the organization in line with the Assurance Plan and as determined by Internal Audit management and, when requested, the wider Internal Audit team.
• Support specific business function controls, special projects, or provide consultancy services outside the Audit Plan under direction of the Heads of Internal Audit or other senior leaders in the Internal Audit team.

What you will bring

Experience

• Relevant audit, accountancy, technology or equivalent qualifications.
• Experience delivering complex internal audits successfully and presenting results effectively to senior audiences.
• Experience researching the application of new audit approaches and techniques.
• Track record of delivering results in an external audit, internal audit, or internal control assurance capacity, including:
  • External or internal audit experience
  • Knowledge and experience developing, executing, and managing audit reviews
  • Staff management
  • Process documentation and report writing
• Experience managing contracts with service providers and other third parties.
• Ability to develop and implement new ways of working and deliver results, taking initiative without supervision or guidance.
• Leadership, resourcing, and project management experience for a team delivering assurance services.
• Ability to learn new areas and disciplines quickly, calmly, and pragmatically.
• Strong problem-solving in complex areas with limited information, using creative and lateral approaches.

Knowledge

• Well-developed, up-to-date knowledge and understanding of assurance methods and technology, including some experience in data analytics and automation.
• Solid understanding of IIA standards and ethics.
• Effective auditing practices and techniques.

Other qualities and capabilities

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong empathy and ability to view situations from others’ perspectives.
• Ability to stay calm and maintain composure under pressure.
• Courage.

Preferred working arrangement

• Candidates from the London area are preferred with Agile working arrangements.
• Remote working options are also available.

Location and travel

• There is a degree of travel required for the role, which could cover those areas in the organization’s geographical footprint (US, Bermuda, Europe, Australia).
• Travel is not likely to exceed four weeks per year.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pension: automatic enrollment on joining with a 10% employer contribution.
• Dental Insurance: optional taxable benefit available to employee, spouse, and dependents.
• Medical Insurance: optional taxable benefit available to employee, spouse, and dependents through a private health network.
• Travel Insurance: automatically enrolled for business and leisure travel, with single, couple, family, or single parent family coverage options.
• Eligible company funded annual 360 Health Assessment.
• Voucher for free annual eye examination.
• Option to loan a bicycle and safety equipment tax free.
• Wellness Reimbursement program (up to £700 annual reimbursement for wellness related expenses, e.g., gym memberships, massage, etc.).
• Tusker – Electric Vehicle: a fixed monthly amount is taken directly from gross salary, and in return you get the use of a brand new electric car.
• Optional Critical Illness coverage.
• Automatic coverage provided by an income protection programme.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) for health and wellbeing.
• One paid annual volunteer day.

Equal opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an accessible recruitment experience. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process due to disability, you may request support to participate fully in the recruitment process.