Internal Audit Manager in London

Key Objectives

The Internal Audit Manager has a primary responsibility for direct supervision of seniors and staff auditors and facilitates the execution of project work plans. Serving as a role model and trainer, the Internal Audit Manager demonstrates the attributes of excellent internal client service and assists team members in developing technical and professional competency. Relationships with internal client personnel and professional associates strengthen as the ability to communicate, gain trust and network improves.

Behaviours and Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proficiency in understanding the financial industry and related risks.
• Act as a role model and mentor for senior and staff auditors.
• Stay current on market conditions, regulations, SEI products, and services.
• Adhere to all relevant regulatory requirements and compliance expectations.
• Participate in annual risk assessment and audit plan development.
• Foster a positive work environment that encourages open communication among team members.
• Develop project management skills to ensure smooth execution of audit projects.
• Demonstrate knowledge of business processes and related skills.
• Identify areas of business risk, technical problems, and opportunities to improve internal processes.
• Conduct audits to assess the effectiveness of controls, accuracy of financial records, and efficiency of operations.
• Analyse data for evidence of deficiencies in controls, duplication of effort, extravagance, fraud, or non-compliance with laws, regulations, and management policies.
• Prepare and submit audit findings, making recommendations to management.
• Perform follow-up procedures on internal audit observations.
• Coordinate issues and projects with other business units as required.
• Keep abreast of industry standards and communicate effectively with clients.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Technical Capabilities/Skills & Experience Required for the Role

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in business, finance or a related field; or the equivalent in education and work experience.
• Comprehensive external or internal audit experience.
• Accounting or audit qualification/certification (or equivalent) preferred.
• Experience with financial regulators (e.g., FCA, PRA, EBA, CBI, etc.) preferred.
• Strong project management skills.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills.
• Excellent leadership, teamwork and client service skills.
• Demonstrated integrity within a professional environment.

SEI’s competitive advantage

To help you stay energised, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including comprehensive care for your physical and mental well-being, strong pension plan, tuition reimbursement, hybrid working environment, and a work-life balance that enables you to relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.

We are a technology and asset management company delivering on our promise of building brave futures (SM)—for our clients, our communities, and ourselves. Come build your brave future at SEI.

SEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and so much more… After over 50 years, SEI remains a leading global provider of investment management, investment processing and investment operations solutions. Reflecting our experience within financial services and financial technology our UK office is based between the City of London and the growing technology hub of Shoreditch. The open plan nature of our office space, flowing lines and numerous art installations are designed to encourage innovation and creativity in our workforce. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset and are (literally) invested in your success; we know that a healthy, happy and motivated workforce is key to our continued growth. We are focused on ensuring a healthy work-life balance and offer our employees benefits, which include private medical care for you and your family, access to GPs online for appointments, enhanced family leave, volunteer days, access to thriving employee networks and not forgetting free fruit.