Head of Audit

North Yorkshire Permanent
  • Report to the Chief Auditor and Manage Large Portfolio of Audits
  • Great exposure to the Exco & Audit and Risk Committee

About Our Client

The organisation are a large Financial Services business with offices and operations across the UK

Job Description

The Head of Audit's responsibilities include, but are not limited to;

  • Developing and maintaining effective working relationships with senior stakeholders across the Group.
  • Work with the Second Line of Defence to determine an appropriate approach to delivering combined assurance.
  • Develop and execute a risk-based Internal Audit plan.
  • Empower your team to conduct comprehensive, data-led and forward-thinking assurance reports and assess the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, recommending appropriate enhancements.
  • Collaborate with senior management to identify key risks, objectives, and areas for audit focus.
  • Provide assurance around compliance with the relevant Financial Services industry regulations, company policies, and wider Group requirements.
  • Communicate audit findings and recommendations to senior management and the Audit & Risk Committee.
  • Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and track management progress in support of on-going assurance.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Head of Audit will have;

  • Proven experience in Internal Audit, preferably within Financial Services, estate agency, or related industries.
  • Strong understanding of Financial Services / estate agency regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Exceptional stakeholder management skills.
  • Excellent leadership and team management skills.

What's on Offer

  • Annual discretionary bonus scheme
  • 25 days standard annual leave + bank holidays + rising 1 day per year of service to a maximum of 30 days
  • Holiday trading scheme allowing the ability to buy and sell additional annual leave days
  • Matching employer pension contribution (up to 10% per annum)
  • A commitment to training and development
  • Private medical insurance for all our colleagues
  • 3 paid volunteering days per annum
Contact
George Wearden
Quote job ref
JN-102023-6219183
Phone number
+44 161 8290 401

Job summary

Job function
Banking & Financial Services
Subsector
Internal Audit
Sector
Financial Services
Location
North Yorkshire
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
George Wearden
Consultant phone
+44 161 8290 401
Job reference
JN-102023-6219183