Audit Manager - Bank (13 month FTC)

Close Brothers; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Close Brothers seeks an Internal Auditor to join their team in London. The role involves conducting risk-based audits, producing analyses for risk assessments, and fostering collaboration across departments. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills and experience in financial services, with a focus on delivering projects efficiently.

Qualifications

• Proven internal audit experience, preferably in financial services.
• Understanding of risk and control principles.
• Knowledge of financial services industry regulations.

Responsibilities

• Produce analysis for annual risk assessment and audit plan.
• Conduct risk-based audits efficiently.
• Manage and track management actions for resolution.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Data analytics

Influencing skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Financial services qualifications (ACA, CFA, FRM, CIA, CISA)

Job description

Division: Close Brothers Group Internal Audit

Location: London, United Kingdom

Salary: Competitive Basic Salary + Benefits + Discretionary Bonus

The Vacancy

Overall Summary

At Close Brothers, we seek to recruit individuals from diverse backgrounds and encourage applications even if you don’t meet every qualification. We promote diversity, inclusivity, and flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.

Join our Internal Audit Team, responsible for providing independent assurance and consulting to the Audit Committee, Board, and Management on the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance systems. Ideal candidates will have experience in delivering comprehensive audit activities with attention to detail and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

1. Produce analysis and contribute to the annual risk assessment and audit plan.
2. Conduct risk-based audits and reviews efficiently following established methodology.
3. Manage and track management actions to ensure resolution and proper documentation.
4. Monitor business changes to adapt audit responses accordingly.
5. Build strong relationships with business management.
6. Foster collaboration across GIA, Risk, Compliance, and the business to embed a risk-aware culture.
7. Prepare management reports supporting audit activities at various levels.
8. Support GIA co-sourcing activities, including relationship management and resource quality.
9. Drive continuous improvement in audit practices and methodologies.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven internal audit experience, preferably within financial services.
• Understanding of risk and control principles.
• Knowledge of financial services industry regulations.
• Experience with monitoring and stakeholder management.
• Motivated, organized, and able to work under pressure.
• Effective influencing and negotiation skills.
• Strong data analytics skills.
• Ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Preferred Qualifications

• Financial services qualifications such as ACA, CFA, FRM, CIA, CISA, etc.
• Comfortable interacting with senior management.
• Project management experience.
• Knowledge of business processes and controls in financial services.
• Technical product knowledge.
• Understanding of treasury risks and regulations.

Additional Information

We are committed to accessibility and inclusivity. Adjustments can be made for applicants with disabilities or long-term conditions. Contact us at [e-mail] for alternative formats or to discuss the process.

About Us

Close Brothers is a UK merchant banking group specializing in lending, deposits, and securities trading, employing around 3,000 people mainly in the UK and Ireland. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, we are part of the FTSE 250.

Our mission is to be the best place in the UK for wealth professionals and their clients, emphasizing financial planning, wise investing, and long-term relationships. We value diversity and inclusivity, supporting flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance.