Chief Internal Audit & Risk Steward

Pret A Manger (Europe) Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gold Card

33-38 days annual leave

Private medical cover

Pension contribution

Life assurance

Sabbatical option

Job summary

Pret A Manger (Europe) Ltd is seeking a Head of Internal Audit to lead a high‑performing function across a multi‑jurisdiction group. You will set the audit strategy, deliver independent assurance to the Group Finance Director and Audit Committee, and ensure robust governance, risk management and controls.

The role focuses on priority risks, including cyber security, data analytics and franchise/operational risk, with accountability for the internal audit charter and methodologies, while leading

Qualifications

• Internal audit experience in a complex, multi-site or international organisation.
• Leadership at Head of Internal Audit level or senior deputy ready to step into a first head role.
• Designing and delivering risk-based audit plans across financial, operational and technology areas.
• Experience working with Boards, Audit Committees and external auditors.

Responsibilities

• Set a risk-led direction and rolling Internal Audit plan.
• Provide independent assurance to the Group Finance Director, Audit Committee and senior leadership on governance, risk and controls.
• Maintain the Internal Audit Charter, methodology and quality framework; keep plan flexible as risks change.
• Lead investigations into fraud, misconduct and Code of Conduct matters; maintain independence.
• Strengthen enterprise risk management and advise on evolving risks including cyber, ESG, cyber security.
• Oversee budget and operating model; drive continuous improvement and collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Internal Audit

Risk Management

Governance

Data Analytics

Cybersecurity

ESG Risk

IA Standards

Education

CIA/ ACA/ ACCA/ CIMA/ FCA/ CISA

Job description

Pret A Manger (Europe) Ltd is seeking a Head of Internal Audit to lead a high‑performing function across a multi‑jurisdiction group. You will set the audit strategy, deliver independent assurance to the Group Finance Director and Audit Committee, and ensure robust governance, risk management and controls.

The role focuses on priority risks, including cyber security, data analytics and franchise/operational risk, with accountability for the internal audit charter and methodologies, while leading