Michael Page is working on an exclusive, senior opportunity for an Internal Audit professional to lead complex, technology & operations focused audits across a large, regulated organisation undergoing significant change. The role offers broad exposure to digital risk, senior stakeholders and enterprise-wide transformation programmes.
Client Details
Our client is a well-established financial services organisation with a strong governance framework and a refined internal audit function that reports at Board level. The business is investing heavily in technology, digital transformation and third-party partnerships, creating a varied and forward-looking Operations & IT audit agenda with genuine visibility and influence.
Description
*Lead and deliver risk-based operations and technology audits in line with professional internal audit standards
*Plan and execute end-to-end audits covering IT general controls, cyber risk, data, change programmes and third-party arrangements
*Act as a trusted advisor to senior technology and business leaders, providing insight on technology risk and control effectiveness
*Produce clear, concise audit reports for senior management and Audit Committee audiences
*Identify emerging technology risks and contribute to the development of the annual audit plan
*Provide assurance and challenge across major change initiatives, including digital transformation programmes and outsourced services
*Line manage and develop auditors, supporting technical capability, performance management and progression
*Undertake quality assurance reviews to maintain consistency and high standards across the audit portfolio
*Support ad hoc reviews, investigations and consultancy activity as required
Profile
*Professional qualification such as CIIA, ACCA, CISA or similar
*Proven internal audit experience within a commercial or regulated environment, ideally financial services
*Strong understanding of operational & technology risk, controls and modern audit techniques
*Experience leading audits across areas such as IT general controls, cyber security, data, cloud or systems implementations
*Credibility and communication skills to engage and influence senior stakeholders
*Ability to apply regulatory and risk requirements pragmatically within a changing technology landscape
*Experience of managing and developing team members
*Desirable experience across one or more of the following areas:
*Outsourcing and third-party risk management
*Digital transformation and major change programmes
*Cyber assurance, information security or technology resilience
*Use of data analytics within audit delivery
Job Offer
*Base salary of £67,500 - £72,500 per annum
*Annual performance-related bonus up to 18%
*Employer pension contributions up to 10%
*Birmingham-based role with hybrid working 2 days a week onsite
*Senior-level exposure to technology leadership, Executive management and Board committees
*A broad and evolving Operational & IT audit focussed remit aligned to digital investment and transformation
*Clear scope for progression within internal audit and wider risk leadership roles
*Support for ongoing professional development and technical upskilling