IT Audit Manager

Michael Page (UK); Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Manchester is seeking an IT Audit Manager. The role involves planning and executing technology audits, producing impactful reports, and ensuring effective risk management. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in IT auditing within financial services, strong analytical skills, and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders. The position offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Performance related bonus

Flexible working

Life Assurance

28 days holiday

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years post-qualification experience in IT auditing.
• In-depth knowledge of IT risks and audit methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute a portfolio of technology audits.
• Produce impactful IA reports and ensure recommendations are followed up.
• Develop relationships with business and technology stakeholders.

Skills

IT risks

audit methodologies

data analytics

analytical skills

relationship-building

Education

Post-qualification experience

Tools

NIST

COBIT

ISO

ITIL

Job description

• Work Closely with the Head of IT Audit to Deliver the Plan
• Competitive Salary, Benefits and Flexibility on offer

About Our Client

A well know Financial Services business in Manchester

Job Description

The IT Audit Manager will be responsible for;

• Develop a sound understanding of the Group IT control environment and the IT Transformation Programme
• Plan and execute a portfolio of technology audits across the businesses
• Carry out GIA risks assessment to providing specific risk inputs to the development of the annual audit plan.
• Execution and delivery of audits in line with audit methodology and IIA standards and budget.
• Produce IA reports which are impactful, balanced and address the root cause of issues. Ensure recommendations are commercial and address the ongoing sustainability of the control environment.
• Ensure recommendations are followed up to closure and drive timely issue resolution and sustainability of implemented controls.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with multiple business and technology stakeholders including the CTO, CISO, CPEO and Programme Director.
• Stay abreast of emerging technology risks and best practice controls.
• With the agreement of the Heads of Audit and Chief Internal Auditor, perform risk advisory projects to support the IT business with high impact change initiatives.
• Work with and support business auditors to assess IT controls in business audits
• Enhance the profile of Group Internal Audit within the business by always acting in a professional manner, maintaining a no-surprises partnership culture, and maintaining independence.

The Successful Applicant

The successful IT Audit Manager should have;

• Experience in auditing IT functions within financial services, either in an external or internal audit capacity. Minimum of 4 years post-qualification experience.
• Must have in-depth knowledge of IT risks and audit methodologies, including data analytics capabilities

Previous experience and coverage of:

• IT security, including access management, perimeter security, and threat management.
• Solid IT general controls (ITGCs) knowledge.
• IT outsourcing arrangements, including service delivery, supplier management, and data security considerations.
• IT governance, strategy, and operating models.
• Knowledge of IT frameworks (NIST, COBIT, ISO, ITIL) is desirable.
• Knowledge of project change methodology is desirable.
• Self-motivated and proactive in approach, able to act independently and on own initiative.
• Excellent analytical, influencing, presentation, and relationship-building skills.

What's on Offer

The successful IT Audit Manager will receive;

• Competitive salary of £70-85k DOE,
• Performance related bonus,
• Flexible working (2-3 days per week in Manchester CC),
• Excellent working environment
• Life Assurance
• 28 days holiday