This is a senior leadership position within a major global financial services organisation, offering the chance to shape and lead an independent internal audit function across operational and IT areas.
Contract Details:
*Salary: £100,000 - £125,000 per annum
*Location: London (Hybrid working available)
*Contract Type: Full-time, permanent
*Working Pattern: Hybrid (2–3 office days per week)
Job Overview
This role will suit an experienced audit professional with strong leadership capability and deep knowledge of financial services regulation. You will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive, risk-based internal audit programme, providing assurance across both operational and technology domains, and partnering closely with senior leadership to strengthen governance and control frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
*Lead the development and execution of a risk-based internal audit plan, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and regulatory requirements.
*Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior management and key governance committees, acting as a strategic advisor on control, risk, and compliance matters.
*Manage the full audit lifecycle including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up, while ensuring quality and timeliness of delivery.
*Oversee both operational and IT audit coverage, including integrated reviews across business and technology processes.
*Communicate key findings and recommendations clearly and constructively to stakeholders at all levels, including Audit Committee reporting.
*Support the coordination of service organisation assurance reporting (AAF, ISAE 3402, SOC1, SOC2) and assist with external client and auditor engagements.
*Mentor and develop the internal audit team, driving continuous improvement and professional growth.
*Evaluate the impact of emerging risks, new regulations, and organisational changes on the control environment, ensuring the audit plan remains current and risk-aligned.
Person Specification
*Minimum 10 years’ experience in internal audit, advisory, or external audit within financial services.
*Strong technical understanding of UK regulatory requirements (FCA, GDPR, CASS) and internal audit standards (IIA).
*Demonstrated experience leading integrated audits across operational and IT areas.
*Proven background issuing service organisation reports (AAF, ISAE 3402, SOC1, SOC2).
*Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, including engagement at Executive and Audit Committee levels.
*Collaborative leadership style with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
*Relevant professional qualification such as CIA, CISA, ACA, or ACCA.
*Flexibility to travel up to 20% of working time.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
*Hybrid working model with flexibility and autonomy
*Training: Strong emphasis on professional development and continuous learning, hands-on, team-customised
*Inclusive culture within a leading international financial services and technology organisation
*Competitive benefits and long-term career progression within a global group
*Business Casual Dress Code, including jeans
*Professional Development Reimbursement
*Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays
*Your Wellbeing: Medical, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program, parental leave
*Diversity & Inclusion: Committed to welcoming, celebrating and thriving on diversity
*Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!