Internal Controls Analyst in London

A leading global specialist insurer is seeking an Internal Controls Analyst to join its expanding Internal Audit and Internal Controls function. The organisation is recognised for its financial strength, specialist expertise and commitment to innovation, people development and long-term growth. With a strong presence across the UK and Europe, the business continues to evolve and is looking for an experienced professional to support its internal controls framework.

In this role, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality internal controls work across UK and European operations. You will support the organisation’s compliance with JSOx requirements and work closely with both the UK Internal Audit team and the Internal Controls team based overseas. The position involves a blend of control design, testing, documentation, stakeholder engagement and involvement in new system implementations. You will conduct walkthroughs and process mapping, advise control owners on the development and design of controls, and perform regular testing to assess design and operational effectiveness. You will prepare detailed workpapers to support your findings, identify control deficiencies, recommend improvements and assist the business in developing and tracking remediation plans. The role requires close collaboration with internal audit colleagues, senior management and external auditors, as well as reviewing quarterly disclosure and control self-assessment submissions. You will also contribute to the design and embedding of controls for new systems and support project documentation and user acceptance testing prior to go-live. Planning and meeting deadlines will be essential, as will be communicating results and recommendations clearly to stakeholders.

To be successful, you will need a degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent experience, along with ideally five years of progressive experience in audit, risk, compliance or finance, including exposure to SOX or JSOx controls. Professional qualifications such as CIA, ACA or ACCA are desirable but not essential. Experience within the insurance industry is preferred, and familiarity with governance, risk and compliance software would be advantageous. You should have a strong understanding of internal controls and business processes, excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks with strong attention to detail. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, and additional European language skills such as Spanish, German or French would be beneficial. A willingness to travel within the UK and Europe, up to approximately 10%, is also expected.

You will join a dynamic and growing organisation that offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. This role provides an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a high-performing internal audit and controls environment, with exposure to senior stakeholders and international teams. You will be part of a supportive and experienced team where you can continue to grow your expertise and contribute to the organisation’s ongoing success.

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