Internal Audit Manager

CKB Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Contributory pension

Health cashback plan

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Discounts and perks

Job summary

CKB Recruitment in Birmingham is seeking an Internal Audit Manager to help drive rapid growth within a diverse client base, including public sector and corporate clients. You will lead audits, mentor staff, and shape risk and control improvements in a collaborative, people-first environment.

Based in modern Birmingham offices, the role offers a competitive salary and benefits, with travel as needed and clear progression opportunities to Manager level.

Qualifications

• CIA/ACA qualification (or equivalent).
• Experience managing a portfolio of audit clients in the public sector, not-for-profit, or corporate sectors.
• Strong people management, coaching and team development skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to build rapport at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead, plan and deliver internal audit engagements for diverse clients.
• Coach, mentor and develop team members across audits.
• Monitor budgets and set assignment fees for quality delivery.
• Build strong client relationships to provide high-quality audits.
• Support business development and recruitment efforts.

Skills

People management

Coaching

Team development

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

CIA/ACA qualification

Job description

Internal Audit Manager Birmingham Exciting Growth Plans £49,000 to £59,000 Life Assurance

Ready to accelerate your internal audit career? If you're an ambitious Internal Audit professional looking for your next challenge, this is your opportunity to join a rapidly growing firm at the heart of Birmingham. Enjoy a people-first culture, clear progression opportunities, and the chance to work with a diverse client portfolio-all in a collaborative and supportive environment.

What's in it for you?

• Empowered from day one: Trusted to take ownership and contribute meaningfully right as you join.
• Clear career progression: Whether you're an experienced Manager or a high-potential Assistant Manager, you'll receive structured support and development to progress further.
• Diverse, challenging work: Work with public sector, not-for-profit, and corporate clients, with opportunities to advise on sector best practice.
• People-first culture: Enjoy a collaborative team atmosphere, strong peer support, and an award-winning approach to employee wellbeing

The Role

You'll play a pivotal part in shaping the success of the Birmingham office which demonstrates impressive year-on-year growth, underpinned by a commitment to responsible business, healthy people, and thriving communities.

• Lead, plan, and deliver a wide variety of internal audit engagements for public sector and corporate clients.
• Coach, mentor, and develop team members, supporting them as they grow into risk and control specialists.
• Monitor budgets and agree assignment fees, ensuring top-quality and efficient delivery.
• Build strong client relationships to deliver a high-quality audit service and sector best practice advice.
• Support business development activities and help drive team growth through recruitment and involvement in sector initiatives.

What we're looking for:

• CIA/ACA qualification (or equivalent).
• Experience managing a portfolio of audit clients in the public sector, not-for-profit, or corporate sectors.
• Passion for people management, coaching, and team development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport at all levels.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Collaborative, team-focused approach with motivation to help drive business success.
• Ready to step up to a Manager role if you're currently an Assistant Manager, or already operating at Manager level.

What's on Offer?

• Based in modern offices in Birmingham.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Extra time off at Christmas (office closure between Christmas and New Year)
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Health cashback plan
• 4,000+ discounts and perks
• Active social committees and regular events
• A culture of supporting personal and professional development
• Permanent, full-time role with a highly competitive salary: £45,000 - £59,000 per year (depending on current level)
• Opportunity to join a firm with strong growth and an excellent reputation in the audit sector.