Assistant Manager, Internal Audit in London

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.

As an Internal Audit Assistant Manager, you will lead and support internal audit reviews across financial, operational, and business processes, helping to assess the effectiveness of risk management and internal controls. Working closely with stakeholders across the business, you will deliver insightful audit findings, monitor the implementation of agreed actions, and contribute to special projects, investigations, and governance initiatives. You'll also play an active role in shaping the risk-based audit plan and supporting the continuous improvement of audit methodologies and business processes.

This role combines hands-on audit delivery with stakeholder engagement and leadership responsibilities. You'll gain exposure to senior management, contribute to high-profile projects, and develop your career within a collaborative, global, and high-performing audit function.

Key Responsibilities May Include:

• Lead or participate in internal reviews of financial, operational, and business processes, ensuring that risk management and controls are effectively evaluated.
• Provide detailed and insightful reports to the Audit & Risk Committee and senior management, including findings, management responses, and action plans.
• Conduct follow-up reviews on key recommendations from previous audits, ensuring that corrective actions are implemented and effective.
• Manage and support special projects, including commercial reviews, fraud investigations, and ad-hoc audit requests from senior leadership or the Audit & Risk Committee.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of the risk-based internal audit plan, aligning audit objectives with organizational priorities and risk factors.
• Collaborate with internal audit colleagues to define the scope, objectives, and work program for each audit, ensuring a comprehensive approach to risk and control assessments.
• Provide mentoring and guidance to junior audit team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
• Support governance improvement initiatives by providing input into best practices for risk management and control frameworks across the organization.

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 1 years’ experience in internal audit.
• Previous experience working within a co-sourced Internal Audit model.
• Comfortable using data analytics to support audit reviews.
• Interest in or exposure to Health & Safety auditing is highly desirable.
• Part qualified or fully qualified CIA, ACA, ACCA, or CISA, or actively working towards one of these professional certifications.

Why Join Brambles?

• Be part of a global leader in supply chain solutions.
• Enjoy a role with real influence and opportunities for growth.
• Work on high impact projects across multiple countries and jurisdictions.
• Benefit from clear career progression opportunities.
• Gain valuable global exposure and collaborate with international stakeholders.
• Play a key role in an exciting transformation journey, leveraging AI and automation to enhance audit and business processes.

What’s in It for You?

• Certified Top 17 Global Employers.
• Competitive salary and annual bonus (typically 15%).
• Car Allowance.
• Generous Share Scheme.
• Private healthcare (family cover).
• Company laptop and phone.
• Hybrid working options.
• 25 days holiday + statutory holidays, with the option to buy/sell 5 additional days.
• Up to 10% company pension.
• Life Assurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.

Brambles is an inclusive employer. We want every candidate to perform at their best throughout the application and interview process, and while at work. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner.