Our client is a leading law firm with offices across the UK.  
  
Background
This role is the ideal career opportunity for an auditor who is looking for a new challenge. The role is full time and hybrid working is available.
  
Duties & Responsibilities
* Create and maintain the annual audit schedule.
* Prepare and perform internal audits including departmental file reviews in line with the Audit Schedule from end to end, including consultation with audit sponsor/Heads of Department, completion and verification of corrective actions within agreed timescales, report writing, trend analysis and record keeping;
* Plan and prepare for external audit visits and follow up of any identified findings and opportunities for improvement;
* Maintain corrective action plans in keeping with the requirements of the firm’s external certifications;
* Identify and support the implementation of continuous improvement opportunities arising from internal audits and file reviews, including changes to policies/procedures and process mapping;
* Create and maintain relevant audit metrics as a means of reporting to senior management and key stakeholders.
  
Person specification
* Proven internal audit and file review experience, preferably within a legal/professional services  environment;
* Although not mandatory, it would be beneficial if the successful candidate held ISO9001:2015 Internal Auditor or similar audit qualification;
* Highly organised with an ability to effectively plan and prioritise workload;
* Excellent communication and report writing skills with the ability to present complex and sensitive issues to a wide range/level of stakeholders and have the ability to influence change with the support of the wider Risk & Compliance team;
* Flexible to travel to other office locations as required
  
Benefits:
* Salary of up to £35,000 depending on experience
* Generous employer contribution pension
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays increasing with length of service.
* EAP