Internal Audit Manger

cancerresearchuk; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Cancer Research UK is seeking an Internal Audit Manager to lead risk-focused audits and advisory work. The role is based at the Stratford, London office with flexible hybrid working (1-2 days in the office).

You will report to the Head of Internal Audit and work across CRUK directorates to deliver independent assurance and insight on governance, risk management and internal controls. The role offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Internal and/or external audit experience.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with judgement.

Responsibilities

• Plan internal audit assignments including scope and objectives to align with the audit plan.
• Conduct audit testing and evaluate design and operating effectiveness of controls.
• Prepare high-quality audit reports with findings, root causes, risks and recommendations.
• Provide risk management, governance and internal control support to promote best practices across the charity.
• Agree and monitor management actions to ensure timely improvements.
• Contribute to development of audit methodologies, including data analytics and automation.
• Develop understanding of the charity's strategy, transformation programmes and key risks to keep audit work forward-looking.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Audit reporting

Risk assessment

Organisation

Education

Relevant audit/accounting qualification

Tools

Data analytics

Digital tools

Job description

Internal Audit Manager

£45,000-£50,000 per annum plus benefits

Reports to: Head of Internal Audit

Directorate: Finance, Governance, Audit

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time 35 hours per week

Location: Stratford, London Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office) We offer flexible hybrid working, with regular attendance at CRUK offices to support collaboration, stakeholder engagement and audit delivery. Occasional travel within the UK may be required as part of the role.

Closing date: 23rd September 2026 23:55

Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.

Recruitment process: 2 -3 stage interview process including a short presentation. Please note that the final-stage interview will be held in person at our Stratford office, Redman Place.

At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.

Join Cancer Research UK as an Internal Audit Manager and play a pivotal role in providing independent, objective assurance and insight on the effectiveness of our governance, risk management and internal control arrangements. Working across all CRUK directorates and subsidiaries, you'll deliver risk-focused audits and advisory reviews that help protect the Charity's assets, reputation and ability to achieve its strategic objectives. This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative and impact focused audit professional to influence positive change, build strong stakeholder relationships, and contribute to continuous improvement across a complex and purpose-driven organisation. While the role has no direct people management responsibility, there may be opportunities to supervise secondees and third-party providers as required.

What will I be doing?

• Plan internal audit assignments, including defining audit objectives, scope and approach, to ensure audits are risk-focused and aligned to the approved audit plan.
• Conduct internal audit testing, evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of controls, and maintain complete audit working papers, to provide sufficient evidence for audit conclusions and recommendations.
• Prepare high-quality internal audit reports that clearly communicate findings, root causes, risks, emerging themes and recommendations, to support effective decision-making and timely management action.
• Provide advice, consultation and support on risk management, governance and internal controls, and contribute to related communications and awareness activities, to promote effective control practices across the Charity.
• Agree and monitor management actions arising from audit work, to ensure agreed improvements are implemented in a timely and effective manner.
• Contribute to the continuous development of internal audit methodologies, processes, tools and practices, including the use of digital technologies, data analytics and automation, to enhance audit quality, efficiency and insight.
• Develop and maintain an understanding of the Charity's strategy, transformation programmes, priorities, operating environment and key risks, while monitoring relevant professional and sector developments, to ensure audit work remains relevant, forward-looking and focused on areas of greatest risk and value.
• Collaborate with other assurance providers, including risk, second line assurance, External Audit and specialist regulators, to support a coordinated assurance approach, identify assurance gaps and reduce duplication of effort.

What are we looking for?

• Internal and/or external audit experience , including planning and delivering risk-based audits and evaluating governance, risk management and internal control frameworks.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills , with the ability to build trusted relationships, influence and constructively challenge stakeholders at all levels, including senior leaders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and judgement skills , with the ability to assess risk, interpret complex information and develop practical, evidence-based recommendations.
• Experience producing high-quality audit reports and insights that support effective decision-making, drive continuous improvement and deliver meaningful organisational value.
• Strong organisational skills and a proactive approach to innovation , with the ability to manage multiple priorities and leverage data analytics, automation and digital tools to enhance audit effectiveness and efficiency.
• Professional audit, accounting or related expertise , demonstrated through a relevant qualification (or equivalent experience), knowledge of audit standards and methodologies, and an understanding of, or willingness to develop expertise in, governance, risk management and emerging risks within a complex organisation.

Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do.

Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination

Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism

Human : Act to have a positive impact on p