Group Risk & Assurance Manager in Glasgow

Location: Glasgow Head Office

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 37.5 Hours Per Week

Competitive Salary & Package!

Job Purpose:

To support the GRA function by performing the “Manager” role in internal audit and assurance engagements assigned by the Head of Risk & Governance, ensuring that work is completed on a timely basis to a high standard in accordance with all relevant IIA standards and City’s Internal Audit Policy and Procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Draft the annual Internal Audit Plan reflecting the Audit Universe and in line with risk appetite
• Prepare and maintain all Audit/Assurance Function Governance documentation
• Conduct and/or manage audit reviews as identified within the annual Internal Audit plan, to provide assurance that relevant control frameworks are designed and operating effectively.
• Ensure audit/assurance work is delivered in accordance with the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF).
• Ensure audit/assurance work is carried out and concluded on a timely basis, in line with budgeted timescales and costs.
• Conduct risk-based audit/assurance planning and scoping, resulting in the preparation of individual Terms of Reference and Risk & Control Matrix, for each audit/assurance engagement, for approval by Head of Risk & Governance.
• Conduct/manage/review audit field work, including the documentation of design and operational effectiveness of controls, including supporting systems, ensuring all work is completed and documented to “re-performance” standards and in accordance with the Terms of Reference already agreed.
• Document and/or review internal audit findings to ensure clarity and insight, for approval by the Head of Risk & Governance.
• Ensure high-quality, realistic and value-adding recommendations to improve controls and risk management.
• Prepare Internal Audit reports for review and approval by the Head of Risk & Governance
• Communicate audit findings and provide recommendations for improvement during, and at the conclusion of, audits, both written and verbal.
• Track and review formal management responses on audit recommendations and subsequent remediation points, to ensure improved controls and processes are designed effectively
• Track and review the consistent implementation of agreed management responses to ensure risk is mitigated appropriately, in a timely manner.
• As directed, conduct and/or manage non-audit assurance reviews, ensuring the work is carried out in line with internal audit process and standards, where required.
• As directed, conduct and/or manage Ad hoc investigations including analysis of financial and/or operational business performance.
• Support the Head of Risk and Governance in the development of the Risk management framework

Team Leadership & Development:

• Supervise and coach junior team members on execution of audit methodology, best practices, and risk analysis work.
• Allocate work and monitor progress, ensuring timely delivery and quality outputs.
• Support professional development and contribute to a positive, learning-focused team environment.

Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Prepare and present clear, insightful reports for all relevant senior stakeholders, including clients and the Risk and Audit Committee.
• Build strong working relationships across the business, maintaining credibility and trust of the Internal Audit function.
• Prepare reporting for the quarterly Risk & Audit Committee, including an executive summary of recently completed workstreams, progress against the audit plan and the implementation status of agreed management responses to audit findings.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience:

• Knowledge:
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of Internal Audit processes and principles.
• Strong working knowledge of the Global Internal Audit Standards
• Strong knowledge of Risk Management processes and frameworks (e.g ISO 31000)
• Strong understanding of Governance best practices
• Strong knowledge of IT General controls
• Strong knowledge of Cyber Security / Infosec controls

• Skills:
• Excellent communication, including report writing and presentation skills
• Able to distil complex issues into clear insights
• Able to build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders
• Confident engaging with senior stakeholders and influencing positive change.
• Ability to assess large data sets and interpret performance and trends
• Strong risk identification and root cause analysis skills
• Confident leading and working alone or as part of a team, with ability to adapt as required
• Able to allocate work, direct and motivate other team members
• Strong coaching abilities to develop other team members.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, performance driven, customer focused
• Comfortable working in both structured and agile environments.

• Experience & Qualifications:
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Internal Audit
• A qualified IIA professional or relevant professional qualification (e.g. ICAS, ACCA etc)
• Experience leading and managing audit or assurance activity
• Proven experience of coaching and developing others
• Experience in a complex, fast paced business environment preferable
• Exposure to data analytics tools and / or continuous assurance techniques.

What We Offer:

At City, we take pride in supporting our colleagues with a fantastic range of exciting benefits designed to enhance both their professional and personal lives. From exclusive perks to valuable rewards, we’re committed to ensuring our team feels valued, motivated, and empowered. Our benefits include:

• 33 Days Holiday (Inc. Bank Holidays)
• Private Pension
• HealthShield Cashback Plan - Reclaim part of your dental/optical costs.
• OneCity – Employee Discount Platform
• Employee Value Awards up to the value of £250
• Access to Costco Personal Membership Subscription
• Mental and Physical Health Services (Wisdom, Thrive, SkinVision)
• Electric Car Scheme (Criteria Applies)
• First Bus Commuter Club – Discounted Bus Travel