Audit Manager - Technology & Cyber Risk

Bank of London; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in London seeks an Audit Manager to oversee audit assignments focusing on Technology and Cybercrime risks. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in Technology internal audit within financial services, strong analytical skills, and be able to support and guide the team effectively. This role requires in-office presence 5 days a week and may involve occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years leading Technology internal audit assignments in financial services.
• Strong understanding of internal audit processes and UK Financial Services regulations.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Complete planning, execution, and reporting of audit assignments.
• Track progress of audit recommendations and document validation.
• Provide guidance and training to less experienced staff.

Skills

Technology internal audit

Analysis and synthesis

Leadership qualities

Time management

Presentation skills

Education

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or other relevant qualifications

Job description

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Bank of London offers a safer business banking model by holding all deposits at the Bank of England, eliminating the risk of 'bank runs.' It provides services such as Deposit-as-a-Service (DaaS), Embedded Banking, real-time Clearing, Payments, and Settlement, as well as Commercial Banking tailored to businesses. Powered by proprietary technology, the bank collaborates with SAP Fioneer to deliver innovative solutions. With a focus on exceptional service and core values of compassion, ownership, and curiosity, the bank strives for excellence in all it does.

As an Audit Manager, you will execute audit assignments from planning to reporting, follow-up audit recommendations, perform continuous audit monitoring, and participate in the internal audit yearly risk assessment. Your duties will involve regular interactions with various stakeholders within the company, and all duties shall be carried out with integrity, objectivity, and confidentiality, in line with the professional standards defined by the Institute of Internal Audit.

Your key responsibilities as Audit Manager for Technology and Cybercrime risks will include:

1. Performing Audit Assignments: completing the planning, execution, and reporting of audit assignments as the lead or as a team member.
2. Following-up audit recommendations: tracking the progress of audit recommendations until completion, reviewing evidence, and documenting validation rigorously.
3. Stakeholders Management: interacting professionally and ethically with stakeholders during audits, recommendations follow-up, continuous audit monitoring, and risk assessments, ensuring confidentiality and thorough documentation.
4. Departmental projects and tasks: supporting the organisation and operation of the department under IA management.
5. Coaching and supervising: providing guidance, training, and supervision to less experienced staff and co-sourcing resources.
6. Quality assurance: performing all tasks to high standards and cooperating with quality assurance processes.

Experience Required

• Minimum 5 years leading Technology internal audit assignments in financial services.
• Desirable: Certified Information System Auditor (CISA) qualification; other professional qualifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIA, ACAMS, CFE) are advantageous but not mandatory.
• Strong understanding of internal audit processes, professional standards, Technology Risk Management, and UK Financial Services regulation(s).
• Ability to work independently, organize effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent writing, presentation, analytical, and synthesis skills.
• Efficient time management skills for prioritizing tasks within deadlines and budgets.
• Leadership qualities, team spirit, coaching skills, and ability to coordinate diverse audit teams.
• Understanding and adherence to the company's Code of Ethics and conduct rules.
• Integrity, diligence, confidentiality, and compliance with professional standards and codes of ethics, including annual signing of the IIA Declaration.

Location

• London (5 days per week in the office)
• Travel to other locations may be required occasionally.

Diversity

Bank of London is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion, diversity, and belonging. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, colour, age, religion or religious expression, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, national origin, or military veteran status.