Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsOpportunity to mould the structure of a "Blank slate" audit teamWorking within a change environment with plenty progressionAbout Our ClientOur client is a nationally recognised FTSE industrial leader, known for delivering high‑quality projects integral to the country's infrastructure. As the business evolves, it is investing heavily in technology, strengthening governance, and enhancing its risk and assurance frameworks to support long‑term growth. Alongside this, the company is going through a period of immense change - offering lots of opportunity for the function to take on an increased scope, driving the size and importance of the business unit over the next couple of years.Job DescriptionLead the strategy, planning, and delivery of the businessess independent assurance programme across all central, IT, and operational functions.Develop and manage the Total Assurance framework, mapping assurance activity across principal risks and the audit universe.Oversee the delivery of all internal audits, including central functions, IT and systems audits, and operational audits.Create and manage resource plans to meet Audit Committee deadlines and deliver the annual audit programme.Provide assurance over material risk controls and deliver annual control effectiveness attestations.Lead KPI reporting for the Internal Audit function and drive continuous improvement in risk‑based auditing.Develop and embed data analytics to enhance audit efficiency and coverage.Manage the Group's whistleblowing provision and lead independent investigations, particularly fraud‑related.Provide assurance over fraud risk and deliver independent project assurance as required.Manage co‑sourced assurance providers and collaborate with external auditors on statutory audit requirements.Prepare and present risk and audit reporting to senior management, the Audit & Risk Committee, and the executive Board.Lead, coach, and develop the Internal Audit team.The Successful ApplicantThe successful candidate will have:Prior Internal Audit experience at a senior level within a large corporate environment or accountancy firmExperience working regularly with C-Suite level stakeholdersProven time managing and building an internal audit teamIT Audit experienceAbility to travel to the East Midlands office 3 days a weekWhat's on OfferBase salary of £90,000 - £110,000 DOE£8,300 annual car allowance15% bonus based on personal & company performancePrivate Medical Cover - Family coverAnnual Medical Health Assessment26 days' holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years' continuous service up to 29 days)Choice of flexible benefitsEnhanced family friendly policiesContactJack GreenQuote job refJN-012026-6928360Phone number+441212309364Job summaryJob functionAudit & AdvisorySubsectorInternal AuditSectorPropertyLocationEast MidlandsContract typePermanentConsultant nameJack GreenConsultant phone+441212309364Job referenceJN-012026-6928360
