Internal Audit & Risk Manager

Internal Audit & Risk Manager - Slough-based with hybrid working
Savant is supporting an organisation with the recruitment of a newly-created Internal Audit & Risk Manager role.
Reporting to the Head of Governance & Compliance, the Internal Audit & Risk Manager will act as the strategic lead on Internal Audit, risk management and controls, providing assurance of the effectiveness of the organisation's risk management practices, internal controls and governance processes.
In this position, you will help design, scope and support a programme of outsourced Internal Audit, managing this resource to deliver work and reporting findings. You will work closely with the leadership team to highlight findings, discuss potential risk areas and to influence positive change.
In addition, you will lead the risk management strategy; supporting the risk review process and providing regular reviews of progress to senior management and the Audit & Risk committee.
This is an interesting and varied position with the opportunity to make a real difference.
Skills/Experience

• Qualified accountant or audit professional - ACA, CA, ACCA, CMIIA, CIA or equivalent
• Strong Internal Audit experience gained in a commercial organisation (not pure financial services)
• Knowledge of risk management processes and methodology
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proven relationship management and influencing skills
• Ability to effectively manage others