(AVP equivalent) in Glasgow

Internal Audit, Compliance Risk Director (AVP equivalent) – Glasgow

We are seeking a Director based in Glasgow within the Global Compliance audit team, supporting both execution and project management of audits, closure verification, and continuous monitoring activities. This role reports to the Internal Audit Global Head of Compliance Risk.

What you'll do in the role:

• Help identify risk and impact to the relevant coverage area to prioritize focus areas.
• Participate in all stages of an audit through execution of planning, fieldwork, and reporting (including walkthroughs, testing, issue and report writing, project management, etc.).
• Partner with global peers to execute and lead aspects of Compliance Risk assurance activities (e.g., audits, continuous monitoring, closure verification) to assess risk and formulate a view on the control environment.
• Facilitate conversations with stakeholders on risks, their impact, and how well they are managed in a clear, timely and structured manner.
• Assist in managing multiple deliverables in line with team priorities.
• Solicit and provide feedback and participate in formal and on-the-job training to further develop self and peers.
• Support the ongoing monitoring of Compliance Risk, key risk indicators and Compliance Risk related issues engaging with management within the coverage area and Internal Audit stakeholders, as needed.
• Assist with the development of Audit Risk Assessments with the Global Compliance Risk Audit team to inform the audit planning.

What you'll bring to the role:

• At least 4 years' relevant experience, generally expected to meet skill requirements.
• Compliance Risk or testing experience with a financial services firm preferred.
• Understanding of business line and key regulations relevant to the coverage area.
• Strong understanding of audit principles, methodology, tools and processes (e.g., risk assessments, planning, testing, reporting and continuous monitoring).
• Ability to identify and analyze multiple data sources to inform a point of view.
• Ability to ask meaningful questions, understand various viewpoints and adapt messaging accordingly.
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to practicing inclusive behaviors.
• Strong data analytics skills, including advanced use of Excel.
• Experience presenting to senior management and managing multiple deliverables while producing high‑quality work.
• An undergraduate degree in business including Finance, Accounting, Economics, Risk Management or equivalent preferred.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CIA, FRM, CRMA) preferred.
• Strong technical understanding of regulatory compliance and regulatory expectations.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. We would only be able to offer you this role if you can demonstrate proof of Right to Work in the UK.

If this role is deemed a Certified role, it may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or meet internal company benchmarks.

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