Senior Internal Auditor - Financial Services

My client is an international insurance firm with hubs scattered across the globe.

Due to a planned expansion and internal promotion, we are seeking to appoint a Lead Internal Auditor to join the London team.

The purpose of the role is to participate in internal audits designed to evaluate the adequacy of controls for the business and key business processes.

This is an end to end internal audit role and we are seeking an experienced internal audit professional.

Responsibilities include:

• Completing audit test procedures.


• Communicating audit findings noted from the review to the Senior Internal Audit Manager.


• Assisting the Senior Internal Audit Manager in the development of an audit approach and testing strategy for assigned audit projects to ensure all key business risks and controls are evaluated.


• Making, or assisting in making oral and written presentations to management throughout and at the conclusion of the examination by discussing process and control deficiencies, recommending corrective actions and other suggestions for improvements in operations and/or reductions in costs.


• Contribute to the planning for the annual internal audit plan.

Applicants will be able to deliver an end to end internal audit and will take the lead on stakeholder relationships but this can be whilst under supervision from the Senior Internal Audit Manager.

This person will ideally be an insurance specialist but experience in investments is also welcomed.

Experience of having used Data Analytics within internal audit is also welcomed as this is a fast developing skill within the team.

You will be either ACA, ACCA, CIA qualified or have an insurance qualification.

Strong communication skills are essential as is the ability to influence at the highest levels.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a global insurance corporation.

This is a high performing team with a very good reputation within the business.

My client works in a hybrid manner and offers 3 days at home and 2 in the office which is based in the City of London.

First round interviews will be remote with final interviews in person.

Applicants must have full right to work in the UK without sponsorship.