Internal Audit Manager

Internal Audit Manager - Insurance

If you are looking for a move to Manager level role with line responsibility and are looking to work with a fast growing Insurance business, this is a fantastic opportunity to join this internal audit department in a welcoming and collaborative environment.

You will support the Head of Internal Audit in:

• Meeting the objectives and purpose of the Internal Audit function.
• Ensuring significant risks are identified and appropriately reported by management and the Risk function to the Board and senior management.
• Assessing whether risks are adequately controlled through the review and testing of the design and operation of internal systems and controls, and in challenging management to improve the effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal controls.

Responsibilities: (not limited to)

• Review the annual Internal Audit Plan
• Reviews the quarterly risk assessment review process and monthly ExCo reporting
• Review audit work conducted by other team members prior to review by the Head of Internal Audit
• Review Internal Audit reports prior to review by the Head of Internal Audit
• Review the Audit Committee packs
• Take a leading role in developing and maintaining a strong partnership between the Internal Audit function and the business, particularly the second line of defence
• Take a leading role in coordinating and monitoring audits performed by external providers
• Take a leading role in the provision of coaching, support, and technical training to other team members

Experience required:

• Qualified chartered accountant or internal auditor (CIA or ACA / equivalent)
• Experience working as an Internal Auditor in the insurance sector or financial services with ideally a number of years' experience in supervisory role on setting direction, providing hands-on coaching and review to deliver high quality and efficient audit work
• Advanced knowledge of internal auditing procedures, including risk driven audit planning techniques and methods used to examine, verify, and analyse business and financial operations, information, records, statements, and reports, and the requirements of the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
• Extensive experience providing assurance and consulting feedback to senior management that reflects the needs of the organisation.