Head of Internal Audit - IT & Transformation

Allianz is a global insurance company serving across 70 different countries, offering world-class learning and career development opportunities, and celebrating an inclusive culture. Allianz UK (Allianz Holdings PLC) is one of the largest general insurers in the UK, operating under several brands, including Allianz, Petplan, LV= and Britannia Rescue, and providing commercial and personal insurance.

The Head of Internal Audit – IT & Transformation is responsible for leading the delivery of independent and objective assurance across the Allianz UK IT and Transformation audit portfolio, providing confidence to Executive Management, the Audit Committee, and Group stakeholders on the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal controls. The role combines portfolio leadership, deep technical expertise across IT and Transformation, and strong people leadership.

Location: This role is based in our London office. This is a Hybrid role with the requirement that you will spend a minimum of 3 days per week in the office.

This role offers a Competitive Salary, based on relevant experience, skills for the role, and location.

Reports to: Chief Audit Officer - Allianz UK
Direct reports: 5
Regulatory status: Certified role under the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SM&CR).

• Lead the delivery of the audit plan for IT and Transformation, ensuring appropriate coverage of key technology and transformation-related risks.
• Provide direction, oversight, review and challenge across the audit lifecycle.
• Support the team on key discussions with business stakeholders and review audit conclusions and reports.

• Lead the development of the annual plan for the IT and Transformation portfolio.
• Provide input into emerging risk themes.
• Support identification of assurance gaps and recommend appropriate coverage.

• Act as a senior point of contact for IT, Transformation and allocated Central Functions stakeholders.
• Communicate audit outcomes clearly and credibly to Executive Management.
• Attend relevant governance forums and meetings.
• Contribute to the development of Board and Executive Management reporting on key audit outcomes.

• Contribute to function-related activities, strategic priorities, and people development.
• Lead, coach and develop audit managers, senior auditors and auditors.
• Drive a high-performance culture.

• Proven ability to lead audit portfolios and teams to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Extensive experience delivering assurance in line with internal audit standards and UK regulatory expectations.
• Deep understanding of IT and Transformation risks and controls.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.

• Significant experience within Internal Audit in a financial services environment.
• Experience operating at senior management level.
• Demonstrated experience in IT audit or technology risk assurance.

• A recognised internal audit or accountancy qualification.
• A recognised IT audit, information security or risk qualification.
• A degree or equivalent professional experience in a relevant discipline.

We have a range of flexible benefits for you to choose from, including flexible buy/sell holiday options, hybrid working, annual performance related bonus, contributory pension scheme, development days, and retail discounts.

We support hybrid work patterns and aim to help innovation, creativity, and work-life balance.

At Allianz, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible workplace. We welcome applications from disabled and neurodivergent candidates and offer tailored adjustments throughout the recruitment process.