At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive audit delivery and support risk management in a dynamic investment company.
- Company: Aberdeen plc, a leading investment firm focused on making a positive impact.
- Benefits: 20 days annual leave, 16% pension contribution, private healthcare, and flexible benefits.
- Other info: Blended working model with a commitment to inclusivity and diverse perspectives.
- Why this job: Develop your audit expertise in a purpose-driven environment that values innovation and collaboration.
- Qualifications: Experience in audit, accounting, or risk with strong analytical and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 59400 - 72600 £ per year.
About Aberdeen
Aberdeen plc is one of Europe’s largest investment companies, built on a long-standing culture of caring about the future and making a positive impact. Together we invest for a better future to make a difference to the lives of our clients and customers, our employees, society, and our shareholders.
About the Department
Internal Audit is a key independent function supporting Aberdeen in maximising sustainable, high-quality returns for clients, customers and shareholders while effectively managing the risks faced by the business. The team provides insight, assurance and challenge across business and functions teams, focusing work on the highest risk areas and promoting good audit practice across the Group.
About the Role
As an Internal Audit Specialist, you will play a key role in driving audit delivery across the Internal Audit function. You will support audit planning, deliver high-quality audit work, validate issues and build effective stakeholder relationships, helping the business understand risk and take action where it matters most. This role has no line management responsibility and is offered on a blended working basis with 3 days a week expected in the office.
Key Responsibilities
- Support development of the audit plan by researching audit universe entities, contributing insight from stakeholder engagement and proposing audit ideas focused on key risks.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, Audit Managers, Senior Managers and Heads of Audit.
- Plan, scope and perform audit work to support delivery of the Audit Plan.
- Analyse issues to identify root causes, communicate findings clearly and constructively to senior business stakeholders.
- Complete issue validation to expected methodology and quality standards.
- Role model Internal Audit's vision, culture, strategy and plan.
About the Candidate
Essential skills and experience
- A good understanding of IIA standards and internal audit working practices.
- Experience in a relevant role such as accounting, audit or risk.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to diagnose issues and assess underlying implications methodically.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills.
- Sound understanding of laws, regulations, standards, governance and compliance requirements relevant to financial services, risk or audit.
Desirable criteria
- Confidence making decisions at pace when situations are ambiguous or conflicting.
- A strategic mindset, linking Aberdeen's long-term priorities to day-to-day audit activity.
- A collaborative approach and willingness to support different Internal Audit teams as priorities evolve.
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Benefits
We have an environment where you can learn, get involved and be supported. This includes 20 days' annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, a discretionary performance-based bonus, private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits.
An Inclusive Way of Working
At Aberdeen we've adopted a 'blended working' approach, combining face-to-face collaboration with the flexibility of working from home. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all forms of difference are valued.
Internal Audit Specialist employer: Aberdeen Group
Aberdeen Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With generous benefits such as 40 days of annual leave and a substantial pension contribution, employees are empowered to thrive both personally and professionally in the vibrant city of Edinburgh, known for its rich history and innovation in technology.
