About the Role: Join our Financial Services AdvisoryInternal Audit team as a Manager, where you'll lead engagements with various Financial Services clients. You'll plan and execute annual audit plans, Internal Audit assignments, and regulatory advisory projects. Your role involves fostering strong client relationships, enhancing your commercial management skills, and contributing to business development initiatives. You'll have opportunities to expand your technical expertise and collaborate with the wider Financial Services Advisory team.
Key Responsibilities:
Client Delivery:
- Assist Senior Management in crafting and executing annual Internal Audit plans.
- Conduct Internal Audit reviews and regulatory assurance assessments, providing valuable recommendations to Senior Management.
- Cultivate relationships with key internal stakeholders and represent the firm at client meetings.
- Ensure timely delivery of assignments as per client agreements.
Commercial Management:
- Participate in key activities such as recruitment, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Optimize team utilization and project management to ensure commercial viability.
- Identify business opportunities and support marketing efforts to promote Internal Audit services.
Quality & Business Development:
- Identify potential business opportunities and support the development of service offerings.
- Assist in marketing, recruitment, and training efforts to capitalize on Internal Audit opportunities.
- Attend networking events and conferences to stay updated on industry trends and promote the firm's services.
Requirements:
Technical:
- Preferably hold recognized accountancy or Internal Audit qualifications (e.g., ICAEW, CIMA, CIIA, ACCA).
- Extensive experience in Internal Audit or regulatory assurance.
- Proficient in UK regulatory environment, particularly within Wealth and Asset Management.
- Sound knowledge of financial products and customer-facing regulated activities.
Communication & Teamwork:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
- Capable of leading complex reviews and providing guidance to team members.
- Proficient in analytical thinking and problem-solving, with the ability to present information effectively.
Decision Making:
- Understanding of risk management and internal control frameworks.
- Ability to make informed decisions and escalate issues as necessary.
Other Info
- Competitive salary plus a generous package
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