Technology Risk & Internal Audit – Cloud (Associate Director)
Audit and Risk Recruitment are representing a leading client in the professional services space, seeking an experienced Technology Risk / Internal Audit Associate Director with a strong Cloud assurance background.
This is a senior leadership role within a growing Technology Risk and Internal Audit practice, supporting large, complex organisations (including FTSE-listed and international businesses) with technology risk, internal audit, and cloud assurance services.
You will take a lead role in shaping and delivering Cloud assurance and technology risk engagements, acting as a subject matter expert to clients while driving growth across the wider Technology Risk and Internal Audit offering.
Unfortunately this role cannot offer sponsorship.
Salary: £100,000-£115,000 plus bonus and LTIP incentive scheme
Key responsibilities include:
Leading and overseeing multiple technology internal audit and technology risk engagements
Managing senior client relationships and acting as a trusted advisor on Cloud risk and assurance
Working with multi-cloud solutions alongside change and transformation projects
Providing subject matter expertise across Cloud (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), including security, resilience, governance, and cost management
Reviewing and signing off audit work, ensuring quality and adherence to methodology
Leading planning conversations, audit scopes, and terms of reference
Presenting findings and reports to senior management and Audit Committees
Supporting business development, including winning new work and expanding existing client relationships
Developing and mentoring managers and junior team members
Contributing to the development of new Cloud and Technology Risk service offerings
Supporting financial management of engagements, including budgets, WIP, and margins
Experience:
A relevant professional qualification (e.g. CISA, CRISC, CCAK, CCSK, CCSP or similar)
Significant post-qualification experience in Technology Risk and/or Internal Audit
Experience leading and delivering technology internal audits and second line assurance engagements
Strong knowledge of Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud and/or VMware)
Expertise in Cloud security, governance, resilience, data protection, third-party risk, and change management
Exposure to Cloud based ERP systems such as S/4HANA and Oracle Fusion Cloud
Familiarity with Cloud frameworks such as the CSA Cloud Controls Matrix and Well-Architected Frameworks
Experience presenting to senior stakeholders and Audit Committees
A proactive mindset with the ability to lead teams, manage client portfolios, and support growth
Possibility with the role:
A senior leadership role with real influence over Cloud and Technology Risk strategy
Exposure to large, complex and high-profile clients
Flexible working options, including reduced hours and job shares
A collaborative, inclusive culture that values quality, integrity, and innovation
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