Job Description
Sanderson are partnering with a leading Insurance Company to recruit the newly created permanent position of Audit Manager. This is a fantastic growth role for someone with a strong audit background and the intention to grow into a people manager position. This involves evaluating and improving risk management, control, and governance processes in line with professional standards for internal audit. This role requires a good understanding of the business and influencing business managers to develop and maintain an effective risk and control environment. Key Responsibilities: Leading and executing audit assignments, staying informed about industry developments and regulatory requirements, and supporting audit teams in delivering constructive feedback within a complex organisation. Effective communication with shareholders to ensure clear and transparent sharing of information for their understanding and improvement. Managing the completion of all phases of the audit process for assigned multiple concurrent audits to the required Group and IIA standards and in line with the audit plan approved by the Audit Committee. Deputising for the Head of Audit and relevant committees and boards, as required. Performing risk assessments for the area of the business covered, contributing significantly to the entity's annual internal audit plan. Working with management in tracking action plans to assist with timely resolution. This includes obtaining periodic updates on remediation progress to support GIA reporting and validating remediation activity undertaken by the business. Building relationships and sharing expertise within the wider Global Internal Audit family. Qualifications: At least 5 years' experience in an internal/external audit environment, ideally with some exposure to compliance/regulatory matters. Professional Qualification in Accountancy ACA, ACCA Big 4 Trained in audit, ideally Insurance sector Significant knowledge of audit practices and techniques. Strong overall leadership skills with a pragmatic, common-sense attitude. Excellent interpersonal skills to build relationships and influence at all levels throughout the organisation, especially the ability to develop senior reciprocal relationships. Skilled at communicating complex matters in a simple manner, adopting style to suit the audience and situation, while being respectful and sensitive to the organisational and individual impacts of change. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills - thinks objectively demonstrating sound judgement. Excellent report writing and presentation skills. Ability to influence upwards. This role is allocated as CF2 under the Fitness & Probity Regime, which means the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced level of background screening requirements. For more details contact Elaine Liston in Sanderson on or apply on line for more information. Skills: Audit Manager Insurance Accountant Head of Audit