Audit Manager - Prudential / Financial Risk Audit

Starling Bank; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative bank is seeking an Audit Manager to enhance their internal audit team. This role involves overseeing audits in Financial Risk, engaging with senior management, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in auditing within regulated financial institutions and possess strong communication and relationship management skills. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking organization committed to sustainable growth while delivering exceptional products and services. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about making a positive impact, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of audit experience in regulated financial institutions.
• Strong understanding of Finance, Tax, and Treasury operations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver internal audit plans across Financial Risk areas.
• Engage with Regulators and provide impactful reporting.

Skills

Internal Audit Experience

Financial Risk Assessment

Regulatory Compliance

Relationship Management

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Agile Working

Education

Relevant Degree (Business, Accounting, Finance)

Professional Certification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIA)

Tools

Audit Software

Data Analytics Tools

Job description

Hello, we’re Starling. We built a new kind of bank because we knew technology had the power to help people save, spend and manage their money in a new and transformative way. We’re a fully licensed UK bank with the culture and spirit of a fast-moving, disruptive tech company. We’re a bank, but better: fairer, easier to use and designed to demystify money for everyone. We employ more than 3,000 people across our London, Southampton, Cardiff and Manchester offices.

We're looking for an Audit Manager to join our growing internal audit team covering Financial Risk including Credit, Market, Model risk, Capital & Liquidity areas across Starling. You'll be responsible for the audit plan in key areas across Finance, Tax & Treasury, Model and Market & Credit risk.

You will support the Group Head of Internal Audit (SMF5) and Director of Business Audit, and will be expected to present your work to the Executive team and the Board Audit Committee.

You will help Starling’s Senior Management to protect the assets, reputation and sustainability of Starling as it continues on its growth path and delivers fantastic products and services.

You will support and report directly to the Director of Business Audit. You will also have significant exposure across Starling, including Senior Management and Board-level Committees. This role is open to candidates based in either London or Cardiff. Travel to London office will be required on an occasional basis.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivery of the internal audit plan across Financial Risk areas, with the support of Starling’s in-house team and co-source providers
• Provide insightful and impactful reporting to help the Executive and the Board challenge the controls activities of the first two lines of defence
• Provide the necessary support, guidance and challenge in a constructive manner to support sustainable growth and in ensuring appropriate outcomes for our customers
• Engagement with Regulators and relevant industry bodies
• Mentor colleagues and work as a member of the broader 3LoD team
• Contribute to the effectiveness of the Internal Audit Strategy and help to deliver strategic change across the internal audit team
• Contribute to the Data Analytics Strategy delivering increased levels of DA
• Conduct continuous monitoring activities across key areas assigned to you and provide insight and contributions into Executive and Board Reporting

Minimum criteria

• Ideally around 10+ years of experience within internal or external audit within a professional services or financial Institution regulated by the PRA and FCA within 1LOD, 2LOD or 3LOD Internal Audit function
• Experience in delivering audits across a broad range of Prudential, Financial Risk and Regulatory audit experience ideally within another Financial Institution regulated by the PRA and FCA is essential
• Relationship management and influencing skills with colleagues
• The ability to challenge in a positive manner and to articulate balanced opinions
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities and overcome challenges while working within timelines
• Self-starter and can-do approach with a level of flexibility to adapt to work in a fast-paced and highly regulated environment
• Able to work collaboratively in a team environment and confident with agile ways of working
• Excellent attention to detail and highly organised
• The desire and drive to learn, develop and create a positive impact as part of a growing internal audit function
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong technical understanding of the workings of Finance, Tax and Treasury within the banking industry is essential

Desirable criteria

• Relevant degree (e.g. Business, Accounting or Finance) and a professional certification or industry accreditation (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIA)
• A good understanding of the 2025 Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards and Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors (CIIA) Internal Audit Code of Practice
• Experience with audit software and data analytics for internal audit functions is preferred but not essential