UK Independence Team - Risk Management - Manager - Permanent - London

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Independence Manager to join their dynamic team in London. This permanent, full-time role offers a unique opportunity to leverage your expertise in Independence functions while providing support to senior members and coaching junior staff. You will analyze potential breaches and ensure compliance with Independence requirements, all within a diverse and inclusive culture that values your voice and contributions. With a competitive remuneration package and a focus on continuous learning and career development, this position is ideal for a proactive professional ready to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Flexible working

Career development support

Health and well-being insurance

Discounts and promotions

Qualifications

• Experience in an Independence function at Manager rank.
• Strong analytical and interpretation skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Answering technical Independence queries from the business.
• Coaching junior team members and managing onboarding.

Skills

Independence function experience

Non-audit service analysis

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication skills

Job description

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UK Independence Team - Risk Management - Manager - Permanent - London, London

Client:

EY

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Finance

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

016cf61a75d5

Job Views:

9

Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

Job Description:

The opportunity

A vacancy exists for an Independence Manager.

This is a permanent, full-time position based in London. The role would suit an existing Independence professional with experience gained in a similar role at Manager rank.

Your key responsibilities

Responsibilities will include:

• Answering technical Independence queries from the business relating to the provision of proposed non-audit services to audit clients or their affiliates.
• Providing general, ad hoc project and other support to other senior members of the Independence team
• Analysis of potential breaches of Independence requirements
• Coaching junior team members and ensuring smooth onboarding of new joiners.
• Provision of training/support to offshore colleagues in EY overseas ‘shared services centres’ in respect of outsourced independence matters

Experience

Candidates must possess the following skills and experience:

• Experience working in an Independence function at Manager rank
• Experience of non-audit service analysis, including consideration of fees, and long association
• Strong analytical and interpretation skills with excellent attention to detail
• Extremely organised and able to manage complex projects
• Ability to multi-task
• Adaptability and flexibility with good team working skills
• Ability to build strong working relationships with service lines and develop an excellent understanding of their business and service offerings
• Ability to work to pre-determined deadlines and meet objectives under pressure
• Ability to think strategically and handle complex concepts
• Proactive approach and capability of working using own initiative
• Strong communication ability with colleagues at all levels including delivering tough messages to senior leaders within the firm

What we offer

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.