Head of Internal Audit - IT & Transformation in London

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. It is accountable for ensuring high-quality, risk-based audit coverage aligned to organisational priorities and regulatory expectations.

As a senior leader within Internal Audit, the role holder acts as a trusted advisor to IT and Transformation stakeholders, providing insight on emerging risks, influencing risk and control improvements, and contributing to the strategic direction and continuous development of the Internal Audit function.

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. Pay is based on relevant experience, skills for the role, and location. Salary is only one part of our total reward package.

• 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 prior to communication to senior stakeholders.

• Lead the development of the annual plan for the IT and Transformation portfolio.
• Provide input into emerging risk themes, particularly in IT, digital transformation, and central functions.
• 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 Tier 2 and Tier 3 governance forums and meetings.
• Contribute to the development of Board and Executive Management reporting on key audit outcomes.

• Contribute as a member of the Allianz UK Internal Audit Leadership Team.
• Lead, coach and develop audit managers, senior auditors and auditors.
• Drive a high-performance culture, including clear accountability, continuous feedback, and development planning.

• Proven ability to lead audit portfolios and teams to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Extensive experience delivering assurance in line with globally recognised internal audit standards.
• 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 support the government scheme Access to Work. We also offer flexible working options, global career opportunities across the wider Allianz Group, and fantastic career development and training.

At Allianz, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible workplace where everyone can thrive. As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from disabled and neurodivergent candidates and offer tailored adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

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