VP, Cross-Function Internal Audit Leader

SMBC Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Private medical insurance

Life and invalidity insurance

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

SMBC Group in London seeks an Audit Manager to provide independent view and assurance over internal controls across EMEA. You will lead audits, test key controls, and contribute to audit opinions for regional management and the SMBC Group Audit Committee.

You will oversee a team, coordinate multiple audits, and deliver high-quality findings while liaising with senior stakeholders across regulated environments. Hybrid work offered with competitive rewards.

Qualifications

• Experience in internal audit within financial services or a regulated environment.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks, risk assessment methodologies, and audit standards.
• Analytical skills to identify risks, design testing strategies, and interpret data for conclusions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication to prepare audit reports and present to senior stakeholders.
• Proven leadership in overseeing audit assignments and managing multiple priorities.
• Stakeholder management with senior management influence.
• Ability to handle challenging discussions with stakeholders with resilience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare planning materials to test internal controls over key risks and provide reasonable assurance to the Board and management.
• Oversee work by team members and provide guidance as needed.
• Direct testing to cover risk areas and define scope with the Audit Partner's agreement.
• Prepare draft audit findings and communicate issues clearly to management and stakeholders.
• Prepare final internal audit reports highlighting areas of assurance and required improvements.
• Follow up on audit recommendations and validate management actions.
• Assist Audit Partner with relationships with senior management in designated areas.
• Collaborate cross-region and contribute to IAD initiatives.

Skills

Internal audit experience

Risk assessment

Leadership & team management

Communication skills

Resilience & professionalism

Education

CIA/ACCA/CPA certification

Tools

Audit management systems

Data analytics tools

Job description

SMBC Group in London seeks an Audit Manager to provide independent view and assurance over internal controls across EMEA. You will lead audits, test key controls, and contribute to audit opinions for regional management and the SMBC Group Audit Committee.

You will oversee a team, coordinate multiple audits, and deliver high-quality findings while liaising with senior stakeholders across regulated environments. Hybrid work offered with competitive rewards.