Risk & Controls Manager

Astrum Search; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global media business is recruiting a Risk & Controls Manager in London to support the implementation and monitoring of control frameworks across the EMEA region. This role requires collaboration with various stakeholders and is suited for an ambitious candidate with a strong background in risk management and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in risk & controls, internal/external audit, or risk management.
• Strong knowledge of SOX, PCAOB, IFRS requirements.
• Desirable prior media experience.

Responsibilities

• Promote integrity culture and provide training on internal controls and policies.
• Design and implement financial, operational, and compliance controls.
• Coordinate internal control and risk management processes.

Skills

Risk Management

Internal Controls

Audit

Compliance

Communication

Education

ACA/ACCA or equivalent

Job description

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Astrum Search is working with a global media business to recruit a Risk & Controls Manager. The role is based in London and will work across the EMEA region.

This is a broad role, working with multiple countries and stakeholders, designed to support the business in implementing and monitoring the control framework aligned with Group requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote and embed a culture of integrity across the region through training, support and advising on relevant topics such as internal controls, anti-bribery & corruption, and internal policies.
• Act as a risk & control subject matter expert across the EMEA region.
• Support the design and implementation of financial, operational and compliance controls in line with the Group Internal Control Framework.
• Design and operate effective on-going control monitoring programs
• Be a partner and source of support and guidance for specific areas of change / strategic importance that require controls implementation to enable on-going success.
• Coordinate and oversea internal control and risk management processes (control self-assessment etc).

Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience in industry or professional services in risk & controls, internal/external audit, or risk management.
• Strong SOX, PCAOB, IFRS requirements.
• Experience of assessing business risk and evaluating effectiveness and adequacy of internal controls.
• ACA/ACCA (or equivalent) qualified is desirable.
• Prior media experience an advantage.

My client is looking for an ambitious candidate with excellent communication skills. This is a highly visible role allowing broad exposure to senior stakeholders across their local and regional markets.

It's a great opportunity to join a truly global media business that will give many options for career advancement.