Internal Audit Manager Model, Data and AI Risk

Macquarie Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing leave (1 day)

Parental leave (26 weeks +)

Fertility leave

Volunteer leave

Salary sacrificing options

Medical and life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Learning & development support

Dependent care support

Hybrid working arrangements

Workplace equipment reimbursement

Job summary

Macquarie Group is seeking a Manager in the Model, Data and AI Risk Internal Audit team to deliver audits covering governance, management and use of models, AI solutions and data. You will work with subject matter experts to provide independent assurance across model risk, AI governance, data quality and technology controls within a global financial services environment.

The role reports to a senior leader and involves coaching, cross-functional collaboration and contributing to integrated

Qualifications

• Strong experience reviewing, developing or validating traditional and AI-driven models.
• Deep understanding of AI platforms, architectures and governance frameworks.
• Experience assessing data governance, data lineage, data quality and privacy controls.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management to influence senior leaders.
• Collaborative leadership with coaching and inclusive team culture.

Responsibilities

• Audit governance, management and use of models, AI solutions and data across the business.
• Provide independent assurance over model risk, AI governance and data quality controls.
• Build trusted relationships with stakeholders and coach team members.
• Support development of the team through technical guidance and constructive challenge.

Skills

Model risk review

AI governance

Data governance

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Job description

Shape the future of assurance in a rapidly evolving technology landscape. Join our global Internal Audit team and help provide independent insight across enterprise-scale models, artificial intelligence and data use cases, influencing how risk is understood and managed across some of the organisation’s most critical activities

We are a global financial services group operating in 30 markets with 57 years of unbroken profitability. At Macquarie, you’re empowered to shape a career that is fulfilling and creates value. You will bring your insights and expertise to the task at hand and feel supported as you make your own kind of impact for a better future.

What role will you play?

As a Manager within our Model, Data and AI Risk Internal Audit team, you will help deliver audits that assess the governance, management and use of models, artificial intelligence solutions and data across a diverse range of business activities. Working alongside subject matter experts, you will provide independent assurance over areas including model risk, AI governance, data quality and technology controls, helping the organisation navigate emerging risks and opportunities with confidence. Reporting to a senior leader within the team, you will build trusted relationships with stakeholders across the business, contribute to integrated and specialist audits, and support the development of team members through coaching, technical guidance and constructive challenge that enhances audit quality and impact. While Macquarie offers hybrid working for many of our roles, this role does require three days a week in our advertised location.

What You Offer

• Strong experience reviewing, developing or validating traditional and AI-driven models, with the ability to assess model performance, conduct testing activities and evaluate model risk outcomes.
• Deep understanding of AI platforms, architectures and governance frameworks, combined with knowledge of associated technology, operational and risk management considerations across the AI lifecycle.
• Experience assessing data governance, data lineage, data quality and privacy controls, with an understanding of relevant regulatory frameworks such as GDPR, the EU AI Act and model risk guidance.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders, present complex topics clearly and drive positive change across an organisation.
• A collaborative approach to leadership, including coaching and reviewing the work of others, applying sound judgement and contributing to an inclusive, high-performing team culture

What We Offer

Benefits

At Macquarie, you’re empowered to shape a career that’s rewarding in all the ways that matter most to you. Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on eligibility criteria, include:

• 1 wellbeing leave day per year and a minimum of 25 days of annual leave.
• 26 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of paid transition leave upon return to work and 6 weeks’ paid leave for secondary caregivers
• Paid fertility leave for those undergoing or supporting fertility treatment
• 2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching
• Access to a wide range of salary sacrificing options
• Benefits and initiatives to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing including, comprehensive medical and life insurance cover
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program, a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services
• Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscription
• Access to company funded emergency and backup dependent care services
• Recognition and service awards
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role
• Reimbursement for work from home equipment

About the Internal Audit Division

The Internal Audit Division provides independent and objective risk-based assurance on the effectiveness of Macquarie’s risk management framework. Our global team conducts risk-based reviews focused on the effective operation of controls and governance processes, identifying insights through innovation and critical thinking. Our collaboration across all Groups is crucial to highlight potential risks and ensures compliance with regulatory standards in maintaining Macquarie’s integrity and success.

Inclusion at Macquarie

We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all, where different experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected. Macquarie provides access to opportunities for all individuals regardless of their identity, including age, disability, neurodiversity, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, parental status, race (including ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, or socio-economic background.

We provide reasonable adjustments to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and employment. If you require an adjustment, please let us know during the application process.