Portfolio Company Operational Audit Manager

Brookfield Asset Management; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global asset management firm in London is seeking a Portfolio Company Operational Audit Manager. This role involves delivering internal audit and advisory services, managing teams across various sectors, and requires 7-10 years of relevant experience. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and professional audit qualifications. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years PQE in internal/external audit, controls, risk management, or relevant industry experience.
• Fluent in English; additional European languages are a plus.
• Experience in Big 4 audit, risk, or compliance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver audit and advisory engagements, including planning and performing fieldwork.
• Draft clear, concise workpapers and audit reports.
• Maintain departmental standards and quality in line with IIA Standards.

Skills

Audit and advisory engagement

Analytical mindset

Project management

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance, engineering, IT, or related field

Professional qualifications such as CIA, CISA, CFE, CPA/ACA/ACCA

Job description

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Portfolio Company Operational Audit Manager, London

Client: Brookfield Asset Management

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 83561f9f5b4f

Job Views: 14

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

Internal Audit (IA) is an independent, objective assurance and consulting function established within Brookfield Asset Management with teams of audit professionals based in Canada, USA, Brazil, UK, India, and Australia. The Department provides internal audit services to Brookfield Asset Management and its publicly listed affiliates.

Working under the direction of the VP, Internal Audit, the Manager's role will focus on Brookfield’s portfolio of companies in Europe, managing platforms such as real estate, infrastructure, private equity, corporate operations, fund management, or insurance. The role includes execution, oversight, and project management of internal audit and advisory engagements, covering areas like ESG, Cybersecurity, Data Privacy, Operational Process, and Regulatory Compliance.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering audit and advisory engagements, including planning, performing or supervising fieldwork, reviewing workpapers, drafting audit reports, and ensuring compliance with IIA methodology.
• Drafting clear and concise workpapers and deliverables demonstrating a risk-first, analytical mindset.
• Writing clear, concise, and constructive findings and audit reports based on facts, severity, and potential risk impact.
• Executing follow-up procedures to assess the adequacy of recommendations.
• Researching risks and regulations, developing planning materials, and communicating engagement scope and results to the VP and senior management.
• Approaching engagements with a commercial mindset, focusing on risk and impact.
• Assisting the VP in managing broader portfolio company audit teams, including risk assessments, onboarding, oversight, and reporting.
• Maintaining departmental standards and quality in line with IIA Standards.
• Building partnerships with stakeholders and coordinating with global teams.

About you:

• 7-10 years PQE in internal/external audit, controls, risk management, or relevant industry experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, engineering, IT, or related field.
• Professional qualifications such as CIA, CISA, CFE, CPA/ACA/ACCA.
• Fluent in English; additional European languages are a plus.
• Willing to travel (10-20%) and work full-time at the London office.
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and project management skills.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently and with diverse teams.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, including with senior stakeholders.
• Experience in Big 4 audit, risk, or compliance; asset management sector; SOX; international work; real estate, manufacturing, infrastructure, energy sectors; data analytics; IT controls and cybersecurity is preferred.