Audit Project Manager

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an Audit Project Manager to join their dynamic Internal Audit team in London. This hybrid role provides the flexibility to work from both the office and home, ensuring a balanced work-life. You will gain exposure to various business operations, manage audits, and engage with senior stakeholders. If you have a strong background in internal auditing and a passion for driving improvements, this is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working arrangements

Global Wellbeing Days

Promote diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Experience in FCA regulated environments and leading audit projects.
• Strong understanding of processes, risks, and controls.

Responsibilities

• Manage audits evaluating controls for business units and processes.
• Develop audit planning deliverables and testing strategies.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to management.

Skills

Internal Auditing Standards

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Certifications like CPA or CIA

Job description

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Are you an Audit Project Manager / Senior Internal Auditor with experience working in an FCA regulated environment? Do you have firsthand experience leading heavily regulated audit projects within insurance, Wealth Management, Pensions, Health Solutions/Employee Benefits, or similar professional services fields? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Aon is seeking an Audit Project Manager to join our dynamic Internal Audit team based in London. This hybrid role offers flexibility to work from both the office and home, with a balanced split of 50%.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career, apply today!

Aon is in the business of better decisions.

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like

This position will see you gaining exposure to the full range of Aon’s business operations, managing and/or participating in audits evaluating the adequacy of controls for Aon business units and/or key business processes, including:

• Demonstrating a full knowledge and understanding of the areas under review, including processes, risks, and controls,
• Developing an audit approach and testing strategy for assigned audit projects to ensure all key business risks and controls are evaluated, including determining audit staffing and the use of external resources,
• Developing audit planning deliverables to document understanding of the operation, support the audit approach, and determine testing procedures to address key risks;
• Analyzing data related to the review area to develop sampling strategies, interpret test results, and draw conclusions.
• Coordinating and participating in audit test procedures, understanding testing results, and developing appropriate audit recommendations in line with management's capacity to implement.
• Providing a first-level review and approval of workpaper documentation to ensure it supports the audit work performed, and communicating audit findings to senior management.
• Making or assisting in making oral and written presentations to management, discussing process and control deficiencies, and recommending corrective actions.
• Preparing draft audit reports promptly for review, ensuring clarity and focus on root causes.
• Providing supervision and development feedback to audit staff.
• Managing, overseeing, and participating in ad-hoc projects, investigations, and activities including Sox 302 & 404 activities.
• Participating in department/corporate initiatives and assisting external auditors during reviews.
• Working independently and proactively to complete audit assignments.
• Participating as a global resource in audit assignments across locations.

How this opportunity is different

Opportunity to work as part of a global team, gaining exposure to all of Aon’s business operations and engaging with senior stakeholders.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• Knowledge of and experience in Aon operations or similar industry experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills to interface with management at all levels.
• Understanding of internal auditing standards, techniques, and general accounting principles.
• Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills.
• Organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in all functions.
• Professional experience with a large multinational, financial services, or Big 4 firm.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Certifications like CPA, Chartered Accountant, or CIA are preferred.

How we support our colleagues

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, promote diversity, and provide an inclusive environment that supports wellbeing and work/life balance. Our 'Smart Working' approach includes flexible working arrangements and two annual 'Global Wellbeing Days' to focus on personal wellbeing.