OVERALL SUMMARY
We are seeking a proactive and highly skilled Senior Internal Auditor to join a lean, high-impact internal audit function. Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit, you will deliver risk-based audits, provide assurance over governance, risk management, and internal controls, and influence positive change across the organisation. This role offers significant autonomy, exposure to senior stakeholders, and the opportunity to shape the future of the audit function. You will also coordinate with external specialists for complex audits and occasionally deputise for the Head of Internal Audit in key forums.
RESPONSIBILITIES
* Deliver high-quality internal audits in line with the annual risk-based audit plan, aligned to strategic objectives.
* Plan, scope, and execute audits independently or as part of a small team, ensuring robust, evidence-based outputs.
* Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes across the business.
* Produce clear, concise audit reports with actionable recommendations that add value and improve processes.
* Engage with stakeholders to agree on findings and ensure timely implementation of remediation plans.
* Monitor and report on the progress of management actions, contributing to updates for the Risk and Compliance Committee.
* Coordinate with external co-sourced partners for specialist audits (e.g., Cybersecurity), ensuring quality and alignment with internal standards.
* Leverage data analytics and technology tools to enhance audit coverage and identify emerging risks.
* Stay informed on regulatory developments, industry trends, and best practices to ensure the audit approach remains current and effective.
* Provide advisory input on control design and process improvements where appropriate.
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of audit methodologies, tools, and templates in line with professional standards.
* Occasionally deputise for the Head of Internal Audit in meetings or presentations as required.
Regulatory responsibilities ¦ Compliance/T&C
Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the regulatory framework relevant to the role, whilst practising effective risk management taking account of outcomes for clients. Understand, follow and demonstrate compliance with all relevant internal and external rules, regulations and procedures that apply to the conduct of the business. Follow principles and rules of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the internal requirements set out in the Compliance Manual, local and Group Compliance and Risk policies.
WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF:
* Proven experience in internal audit within financial services, asset management, or wealth management.
* Strong knowledge of internal controls, risk management, and governance frameworks.
* Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to challenge constructively and build trusted relationships.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; experience with data analytics tools is desirable.
* Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIA) or working towards.
* Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under pressure.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
At TrinityBridge we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don’t tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life.
We appreciate that from time to time, recruitment agencies will have speculative CVs that they may wish to submit to our Talent Acquisition team in relation to a specific role.
To avoid any ambiguity around fees, please note that speculative CVs received by TrinityBridge, that have not been authorised in advance, by us, will be ineligible for an agency fee. Thank you.
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