Audit Manager

ZipRecruiter; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join their team in Manchester. This role involves taking ownership of auditing business functions across international offices, ensuring compliance with internal policies and governance processes. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in auditing, preferably within the legal or professional services sector, and hold a recognized qualification. This forward-thinking organization offers strong career development opportunities and a flexible hybrid working pattern, making it an exciting prospect for those looking to advance their careers in a high-performing environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified audit professional with 5+ years experience in legal or professional services.
• Confident in managing complex audits from planning to reporting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver end-to-end internal audits across global offices.
• Evaluate risk management and internal control effectiveness.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Risk Management

Education

ACA

ACCA

CPA

CIA

Job description

Job Description

We are working with a reputable international law firm to hire an experienced Audit Manager based in Manchester. In this role, you’ll take ownership of auditing business and operational functions across international offices, providing independent assurance on internal controls, risk management and governance processes.

Our client is seeking a qualified audit professional with at least five years’ experience, ideally gained in legal or professional services. You’ll ideally hold a recognised qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, or CIA) and be confident managing complex audits from planning through to reporting.

The responsibilities will include:

• Delivering end-to-end internal audits across global offices
• Evaluating risk management and internal control effectiveness
• Conducting walkthroughs, testing controls, and drafting audit reports
• Providing practical recommendations and tracking remediation
• Assessing compliance with internal policies and regulatory frameworks
• Reviewing and drafting control matrices
• Presenting findings to senior stakeholders and the Audit Committee
• Supporting continuous improvement of audit processes and standards

They are looking for candidates with excellent communication and analytical skills, strong attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking, international organisation offering strong career development and a flexible hybrid working pattern. If you're ready for a new challenge in a high-performing environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.

Please submit your CV for consideration. Thank you.