Risk & Assurance Junior Auditor – Internal Audit

Scrutton Bland LLP; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Scrutton Bland is expanding its Risk & Assurance team and seeks a motivated Risk & Assurance Audit Associate to develop their career in risk, assurance and internal audit. The role suits those from internal or external audit, finance, risk or compliance and offers exposure to public sector, not-for-profit and commercial clients.

You’ll work with experienced colleagues, learning how governance, risk management and controls are applied in diverse organisations, while contributing practical

Qualifications

• Has an interest in risk, assurance, internal audit, governance or controls.
• May have some previous internal audit or assurance experience, but this isn’t essential.
• Has strong analytical and problem‑solving skills and enjoys understanding how things work.
• Has good attention to detail and the ability to work accurately.
• Can communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Is confident asking questions and engaging with clients and colleagues.
• Is organised and able to manage their workload and meet deadlines.
• Is curious and willing to learn, with the ability to take feedback and develop their skills.
• Can work collaboratively as part of a team while developing the ability to work independently.
• Has, or is working towards, a relevant professional qualification such as CMIIA, ACA or ACCA, or is interested in pursuing a relevant qualification.
• Is prepared to travel to client sites across London and the Eastern Region, with hybrid working supported.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of risk-based internal audit assignments, from planning and fieldwork through to reporting.
• Work alongside experienced members of the team to understand client requirements, risks and objectives.
• Assist with planning and delivering internal audits across a range of business areas.
• Participate in client interviews, walkthroughs and testing to understand processes and assess the effectiveness of controls.
• Help identify risks, control weaknesses and opportunities for improvement.
• Contribute to the preparation of clear, concise audit reports and practical recommendations.
• Attend client meetings and develop your confidence communicating with a range of stakeholders.
• Build positive and professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Develop your understanding of governance, risk management and internal controls.
• Take increasing responsibility for your own assignments as your experience and confidence develop.
• Work collaboratively with senior members of the Risk & Assurance team and support the wider team where required.
• Contribute to the continued development of the Risk & Assurance service.
• Undertake training and professional development to build your knowledge and expertise.

Skills

Interest in risk/assurance/internal‑a

Internal audit experience (not必 ess)

Analytical and problem‑solving

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Teamwork and workload management

Curious and eager to learn

Willing to travel to client sites

Relevant professional qualification (e

Tools

CMIIA/ACA/ACCA tracking

Job description

Scrutton Bland is expanding its Risk & Assurance team and seeks a motivated Risk & Assurance Audit Associate to develop their career in risk, assurance and internal audit. The role suits those from internal or external audit, finance, risk or compliance and offers exposure to public sector, not-for-profit and commercial clients.

You’ll work with experienced colleagues, learning how governance, risk management and controls are applied in diverse organisations, while contributing practical