Senior Internal Audit Manager - Financial Services - c. London in City of Westminster

Senior Internal Audit Manager - Financial Services - c. London in City of Westminster

City of Westminster Full-Time 56250 - 68750 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and execute risk-based internal audits across various business functions.
  • Company: Established financial services organisation with a collaborative culture.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: High visibility role with significant autonomy and exposure to executive leadership.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact by providing independent assurance on governance and risk management.
  • Qualifications: 6+ years in Internal Audit, strong understanding of risk management, and relevant qualifications.

The predicted salary is between 56250 - 68750 £ per year.

  • Senior Internal Audit Manager - Financial Services - c. London
  • Senior Internal Audit Manager

Location

London / Hybrid

Salary

  • £90-100,000 plus benefits, inc. bonus
  • About the Opportunity

We are partnering with a well-established regulated financial services organisation seeking an experienced Senior Internal Audit Manager to join its Internal Audit (IA) function.

This is an excellent opportunity for a high-calibre audit professional who enjoys working in a hands‑on role with significant exposure across the business.

Reporting directly to the Head of Internal Audit, you will take ownership of complex audit assignments and provide independent assurance over governance, risk management, and internal controls.

The position is primarily focused on audit delivery rather than people management, making it ideal for individuals who enjoy leading audits from planning through to completion while engaging directly with senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Audit Delivery
  • Plan, lead and execute risk-based internal audits across a range of business and corporate functions.
  • Ensure audits are delivered in line with the approved audit plan and relevant regulatory expectations.
  • Assess key business risks, evaluate control frameworks and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Monitor emerging risks and maintain an ongoing understanding of assigned areas of responsibility.
  • Prepare clear, concise and high-quality audit reports for senior management and governance committees.
  • Agree management actions, track remediation progress and validate the effectiveness of corrective measures.
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Build strong working relationships with senior leaders and key stakeholders across the organisation.
  • Provide independent challenge and constructive recommendations on risk and control matters.
  • Communicate audit findings effectively, ensuring issues are clearly understood and appropriately addressed.
  • Risk & Control Assurance
  • Evaluate the design and effectiveness of controls across operational, financial, regulatory and risk management processes.
  • Review compliance with internal policies, procedures and relevant regulatory requirements.
  • Consider technology, data and operational risk factors as part of audit planning and execution.
  • Deliver practical, value-adding recommendations that strengthen the control environment.
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Support the ongoing development of audit methodologies, tools and working practices.
  • Contribute to the use of data analytics and innovative audit techniques.
  • Provide support to the Head of Internal Audit when required to help ensure continuity of audit activities.

About You

We're looking for an experienced internal audit professional who can operate independently, manage multiple priorities and build credibility with senior stakeholders.

Essential Experience

  • 6+ years' experience within Internal Audit, preferably gained within financial services or another regulated environment.
  • Strong understanding of risk management, governance and internal control frameworks.
  • Experience leading end-to-end audits with minimal supervision.
  • Knowledge of financial, regulatory and operational risk areas.
  • Ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders in a professional and constructive manner.
  • Strong report-writing and communication skills.

Qualifications

  • You will hold at least one relevant professional qualification, such as:
  • CIA, ACA, ACCA, CISA, or an equivalent audit, accounting or risk qualification.

Desirable

  • Experience auditing treasury, lending, finance, regulatory reporting, capital or liquidity-related activities.
  • Exposure to data analytics, technology risk or integrated auditing approaches.
  • Familiarity with UK regulatory environments and governance requirements.

What's on Offer?

  • Opportunity to work closely with executive leadership and governance committees.
  • Broad exposure across a regulated financial services business.
  • High-impact role with significant visibility and autonomy.
  • Collaborative and supportive working environment.
  • Hybrid working arrangements and competitive remuneration package.

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