Audit Manager

OVERALL SUMMARY

At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you dont tick every box. We celebrate diversity and promote inclusivity. Vacancies are available on a part-time job-share or full-time basis because we know the best person for the job isnt always available full-time. Our aim is to facilitate requests wherever possible and managers will consider requests on an individual basis.

Join the Close Brothers Internal Audit Team where you will be responsible for delivering independent objective assurance and consulting activity to the Audit Committee Board and Management on the quality and effectiveness of the Groups internal control risk management and governance systems and processes. Working as part of the Internal Auditteamour ideal team member will have previous experience in delivering high quality end-to-end audit activities within Group Internal Audit with excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Delivering high quality end-to-end audit activities within Group Internal Audit (GIA).
• Producing high quality analysis and input to the annual risk assessment process and related annual audit plan.
• Delivering quality risk-based value adding audits and reviews on a timely basis in line with methodology.
• Tracking outstanding management actions through to closure ensuring they are appropriately resolved with supporting evidence or escalated in a timely manner.
• Performing business monitoring to ensure that GIA is aware of changes in business activities and objectives and a necessary audit response is developed.
• Developing and maintaining strong business relationships with business management.
• Encouraging partnership and knowledge sharing between GIA Risk Compliance and the business to help embed a robust risk management and control culture across the bank.
• Proactive interaction across the GIA function to promote delivery of departmental goals and to maintain high quality outputs.

WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE:

• Proven experience of working in IT internal audit roles preferably with Financial Services.
• Proven appreciation of defining and testing risk and controls principles.
• Proven knowledge of the technology operational risk data and cyber risks including best practice standards and regulations applicable to Close Brothers.
• Proven understanding of SDLC Cloud and other Technology related topics.
• Demonstrable experience of leading/supporting continuous monitoring and stakeholder management.
• High level of motivation and ability to work in an organised manner under pressure.
• The ability to build strong relationships with auditees.
• CISA or CISM (certification)

IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE:

• Strong understanding of project management.
• Experience of managing projects within a financial institution.
• Knowledge of business processes and controls within the financial services industry.
• Excellent technical product knowledge.
• Financial services related qualifications such as Chartered Accountant CFA FRM CIA CRISC etc

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs that require adjustments to ensure they have a fair and equal opportunity to demonstrate their skills and abilities. Candidates who require the job description or application form in an alternative format or any other adjustments are encouraged to email us at or request a call back.

ABOUT US

At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working.

Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3000 people principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250.

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Close Brothers is a UK specialist banking group providing lending and deposit taking. We employ approximately 3000 people principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange.

Our specialist lending and deposit solutions include:

• Commercial: Offers specialist and predominantly secured lending principally to the SME market.
• Retail : Provides intermediated finance through motor dealers motor finance brokers and insurance brokers and savings products for individuals and corporates.
• Property: Offers residential development finance to established UK property developers funding for commercial properties and bridging and refurbishment loans.

At Close Brothers we are here to help people and businesses thrive over the long term.

Through our deep sector knowledge and expertise focus on delivering excellent and specialist service and strength of established relationships we support our customers through the cycle. Our values of deep expertise consistent service and long-term relationships embody our distinctive culture and customer-centric approach.

We also recognise our responsibility to help address the social economic and environmental challenges facing our businesses employees and customers now and into the future.