Head of Internal Audit – Investment Management
Specialisms: Internal Audit Jobs
1. London
2. To £200,000 + Bonus + LTIPS
3. Job type: Permanent
4. Sector: Asset Management & Funds
5. Job reference: DH/43629
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A leading global asset manager is seeking a Head of Internal Audit to lead audit strategy and oversight for its retirement solutions division, which includes workplace investing, personal investing, the advisory channel, and the investment platform. This is a senior leadership role within the global Internal Audit function, reporting directly to the Global Head of Audit and overseeing a team.
The role involves shaping and delivering a risk-based audit plan aligned with the business’s growth and regulatory priorities, while building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, including ExCo members and relevant regulators. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and mentoring the audit team, presenting audit findings at governance forums, tracking remediation progress, and driving continuous improvement across the audit function. There will also be significant involvement in department-wide leadership, innovation of audit methodologies, and influencing change programmes across the wider business.
Candidates must have significant internal audit leadership experience within financial services, ideally with exposure to investment platforms, pensions, or retail wealth. A deep understanding of the UK regulatory environment, including CASS, FCA requirements, and GDPR, is essential. Strong stakeholder engagement skills and experience dealing with Boards, regulators, and senior management are critical.
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