Internal Audit Manager
- Job Type: Permanent
- Location: London
- Salary: £70,000-£75,000 per annum plus benefits
Our client a leading transport group are looking for an Internal Audit & Risk Manager to join their team to take responsible for delivering complex in-depth audits and key assurance messages across the business. This role involves supporting the design, development, and implementation of the risk management framework to enable informed decision-making under uncertainty and manage risks effectively.
Day to Day of the role:
- Plan, perform, and report on audits based on a risk-assessed methodology, acting as lead auditor.
- Provide expert insight and audit expertise in key business areas.
- Lead audits and offer technical advice to ensure quality and adherence to divisional standards.
- Track audit recommendations to ensure effective implementation and remediation.
- Contribute to the annual audit plan using a risk-based approach.
- Own group risk governance and reporting, supporting internal audit and risk committees.
- Establish risk management policies and support smart decision-making.
- Develop and advocate for a strong risk culture within the organisation.
- Work with executive owners of Principal Risk categories to define risk appetite and manage risks.
- Support Operating Companies in risk management processes.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Fully qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA) or Chartered Internal Auditor (CMIIA) with ideally 5+ years post-qualification experience in an internal audit role.
- Extensive experience of internal auditing within a complex business.
- Experience working with 1st or 2nd line of defence teams on risk and assurance.
- Strong understanding of risk and control frameworks.
- Effective project management skills.
- Autonomous working capability with good customer focus and commercial acumen.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal for executive presentations and written for report writing.
- Business insight and technical expertise in risk & assurance.
- Change management skills to adapt audit plans to changing risk profiles and business needs.
- Stakeholder engagement experience with senior management.
- Experience in the design and implementation of risk management and assurance frameworks.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary package.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and challenging environment.
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
- Exposure to high-level strategic operations and decision-making.
How to apply:
To apply for this Internal Audit & Risk Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications. Your application should demonstrate your expertise in internal auditing, risk management, and your ability to lead and influence at a senior level.