Governence, Risk and Compliance Services Manager - Public Sector

KPMG United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manager for their Governance, Risk, and Compliance Services. This role offers the opportunity to lead internal audit projects, manage client relationships, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. The position is based in London with flexible working options, allowing for a balanced work-life dynamic. You will be part of a diverse team that values innovative thinking and collaboration. If you have a strong background in internal audit and risk management, this is your chance to make a significant impact in a growing practice.

Qualifications

• Experience in assurance, controls, or corporate compliance roles.
• Ability to identify operational and control issues related to key risk disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Creating annual internal audit plans for clients.
• Managing and delivering internal audit projects, including planning and reporting.

Skills

Internal Audit

Risk Management

Project Management

Compliance

Communication

Education

IIA, CCAB, ICAEW, CIPFA or equivalent

Tools

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Job description

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Job description

Manager - IGH GRCS - KPMG - Consulting

Base Location: London plus network of 20 offices nationally: KPMG Office Locations

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Joining KPMG means joining a talented team of exceptional colleagues who bring innovative thoughts and a natural curiosity to the work they do each day. No one type of person succeeds at KPMG; a diverse business requires diverse personalities, characters, and perspectives. There really is a place for you here.

Why Join KPMG as a Manager - IGH GRCS?

KPMG's Governance, Risk and Compliance Services (GRCS) practice within IGH is an area of the firm with tremendous growth potential. GRCS is an integral part of our Enterprise Risk advisory practice. We provide services relating to internal audit, internal control, corporate governance, risk management, and related assurance projects. Clients are based in the public sector, and our services deliver added value using modern control assessment, risk management, and audit techniques focusing on strategic, management, operational, financial reporting, and controls. We also collaborate closely with other consulting teams, including Technology Risk and Cyber Risk, to ensure comprehensive advice and assurance.

What will you be doing?

1. Creating annual internal audit plans for clients
2. Providing internal audit services on outsourced and co-sourced contractual basis
3. Managing and delivering internal audit projects, including planning, review, quality assurance, and reporting
4. Offering risk management, governance, and internal audit advisory services
5. Conducting risk identification workshops and control reviews
6. Delivering control and risk training
7. Managing internal control questionnaires and compliance audits
8. Collaborating with other KPMG advisory teams
9. Maintaining client relationships and overseeing financial performance and delivery
10. Understanding legal, regulatory, governance, risk management, and financial standards affecting clients
11. Managing client engagement procedures and industry-specific issues
12. Developing audit strategies aligned with KPMG methodology
13. Involving specialists when necessary and reviewing audit evidence in line with standards
14. Communicating findings to clients and drafting reports
15. Reporting to Partners/Directors and producing Audit Committee papers
16. Budgeting and resource planning for engagements
17. Monitoring work progress and fees
18. Setting team objectives, coaching, and providing performance feedback
19. Identifying new business opportunities and assisting in proposals and tenders
20. Conducting staff appraisals and forecasting engagement outcomes

What will you need to do it?

• Experience in assurance, controls, or corporate compliance roles, including auditing and risk management
• Experience leading projects and teams, with full project lifecycle knowledge
• Ability to identify operational and control issues related to key risk disciplines
• Internal audit experience is essential; public sector experience is desirable
• Consulting experience is a plus but not mandatory
• Proficiency with PowerPoint, Word, Excel
• Qualified (IIA, CCAB, ICAEW, CIPFA or equivalent)

Skills we'd love to see/Amazing Extras:

• Commitment to continuous self and team development
• Understanding others' motivations
• Decisiveness and supporting others in decision-making

Our Locations:

Core hubs include London Canary Wharf, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham. The role is primarily based in London with flexible options including office work, remote work, flexible hours, and part-time arrangements. Please discuss your needs with our team.

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