Senior Audit Manager - CER Financial

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Job summary

A prestigious international bank is seeking a Senior Audit Manager to lead independent audits and ensure compliance with UK regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in credit and treasury management, along with relevant professional certifications. This fixed-term contract offers a competitive salary of up to £105,000 plus bonuses, providing an excellent opportunity to shape the governance and risk framework within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead independent audits and produce high-quality reports.
• Experience in evaluating internal control designs and compliance.
• Strong communication skills to engage with senior management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the Annual Audit Plan.
• Lead risk-based audits across various bank operations.
• Deliver quality audit reports and workpapers.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of credit and treasury management

Understanding of regulatory requirements (ILAAP, ICAAP)

Auditing skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Professional certifications (CIA, ACA, ACCA, CISA)

6-8 years of audit experience

Job description

Job Description

Senior Audit Manager - Well recognised International Bank

Reporting to Head of Internal Audit

Fixed Term Contract - 2 yrs

Paying up to £105,00 + bonus + package

As the Senior Audit Manager, you will play a critical role in conducting independent, risk-based audits.

This role offers you the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, small banking environment, delivering significant impact on the governance, risk, and control framework.

The incumbent will be expected to lead complete audit processes, providing assurance on the adequacy of control environment and processes across key areas. You will gain an understanding and evaluate the risk profile of auditable entities, identifying control deficiencies, communicating findings effectively, and ensuring timely resolution in collaboration with management and the Audit Committee.

The incumbent will need to demonstrate experience in leading audits independently, producing high-quality reports, and resolving complex issues.

Responsibilities:

Audit Planning and Execution:

• Working closely with Head of IA to develop and execute the Annual Audit Plan, ensuring regulatory compliance requirements and the Bank's risk profile.
• Lead risk-based audits across the bank, across financial and regulatory reporting, treasury, credit, regulatory compliance and financial crime,

Independent and Professional Delivery:

• Executing audit methodologies, engaging with stakeholders, agreeing on findings, and delivering quality audit reports and workpapers with minimal oversight.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Actively communicate and build relationships with senior management to provide assurance on control effectiveness.

Control Evaluation and Risk Mitigation:

• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, identify gaps, and assess compliance with UK regulatory standards and the Bank’s policies.

Skills and Experience required:

Technical Expertise:

• In-depth knowledge and understanding of credit and treasury management, and regulatory requirements, including ILAAP and ICAAP.

Qualifications:

• Professional certifications such as CIA, ACA, ACCA, or CISA required.
• Minimum 6-8 years of audit experience within the financial services industry, with a strong understanding of UK regulatory expectations (PRA/FCA).