Hybrid working - Controls Assurance - 2 days per week in Liverpool
We are seeking an experienced Controls Assurance / GRC interim to capture and document critical operational, controls, and assurance knowledge.
This role sits firmly in the First Line of Defence and focuses on how controls and assurance activities operate in practice across data verification, reconciliations, and ISAE 3402 oversight.
The successful candidate will translate deep, experience‑based knowledge into clear, sustainable documentation to support operational continuity, audit readiness, and regulatory assurance.
Key Responsibilities
- Work closely with senior controls leadership to capture undocumented knowledge, judgement calls, and ways of working
- Conduct interviews and walkthroughs across multiple assurance teams
- Document:
- End‑to‑end processes and operating models
- Control objectives, activities, and ownership
- ISAE 3402 control narratives and evidence expectations
- Roles, responsibilities, and dependencies
- Ensure documentation reflects actual first‑line operation, not theoretical design
- Support continuity for future leaders and audit / regulatory interactions
Required Experience
- Strong background in Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) within financial services
- Experience in the First Line of Defence
- Hands‑on exposure to controls frameworks and assurance activities
- Direct experience working with ISAE 3402 / SOC 1 environments
- Proven ability to document complex operational processes
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and interviewing skills
Internal Control Specialist in Liverpool employer: Broster Buchanan
Broster Buchanan is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the picturesque setting of Dorset. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of IT within the company while enjoying a collaborative culture that values innovation and strategic thinking. The role not only provides competitive benefits but also allows you to make a meaningful impact through your leadership in ERP/CRM implementation.
