Senior Consultant - TRA

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated professional to manage Technology Risk Assurance assignments. This role involves overseeing delivery, leading teams, and cultivating client relationships. The ideal candidate will possess strong IT Audit experience, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to managing assignments. With opportunities for national travel and professional development, this position offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will directly impact client success. Join a forward-thinking firm that values commitment and excellence in service delivery.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in IT Audit and Financial Services is essential.
• Strong communication and presentation skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of assignments, ensuring timely completion and budget adherence.
• Lead teams and manage client relationships effectively.

Skills

IT Audit

Internal Audit

Financial Services

Excel

Communication Skills

Presentation Skills

Time Management

Tools

Audit Packages

Accounts Packages

Outlook

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Overall job purpose

Assist in managing the Technology Risk Assurance (TRA) client portfolio in conjunction with Partners/Directors to ensure timely and accurate delivery of assignments at clients’ sites.

Responsibilities

1. Control and manage the delivery of the assignment (could be Internal Audit support, External Audit support or IT Advisory), ensuring work is completed on time and within budget, and providing solutions to issues as appropriate to the Director / Partner.
2. Lead TRA teams and junior staff to ensure effective delivery of TRA services.
3. Manage an agreed client portfolio for the regional area.
4. Perform more complex Financial Services TRA assignments.
5. Represent the Firm in TRA matters as required, including attendance at client meetings and audit committees.
6. Draft proposals or assist as part of a team that prepares tenders and presents these as part of business development.
7. Build relationships with clients and identify/act upon all potential additional work opportunities at existing clients or new work at potential clients.

Minimum requirements

• Relevant experience within IT Audit, Internal Audit & Financial Services.
• Effective use of IT including Excel, audit and accounts packages, Outlook.
• Excellent technical knowledge on both the internal audit process and relevant sector issues.
• Driving licence (clean) / access to a car is essential as national travel may be required (N/A for London Farringdon positions).
• Takes responsibility for work tasks and quality, managing own workload and deadlines under supervision.
• Shows enthusiasm and commitment to tasks, especially in seeing them through to completion.
• Willing to travel nationally and stay away from home when required (less than 30% of the time).
• Confident and excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrates active listening skills and undertakes timely action where appropriate.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Able to organise and manage time efficiently and effectively whilst being flexible.
• Consider development of specialist areas of knowledge.
• Able to work autonomously and proactively.