Assurance - Internal Audit, Governance Risk & Compliance - Manager

PwC; Dublin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC Ireland is seeking a Manager in Internal Audit, Governance, Risk and Compliance (IAGRC) to lead high‑quality internal audit and assurance engagements across diverse industries. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders, drive innovation through data analytics and automation, and manage multi‑disciplinary teams.

You will partner with engagement directors to deliver value, strengthen controls, and support business development initiatives within PwC Ireland.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in internal audit, risk assurance, or related advisory roles.
• Professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIA, or CISA is preferred.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or Risk Management.
• Experience across industries including public sector, pharma, aviation, and financial services is welcome.
• Familiarity with data analytics tools and audit management platforms is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee internal audit and risk engagements across multiple industries.
• Build and maintain relationships with senior client stakeholders.
• Drive innovation with data analytics, automation, and AI to improve audit quality and efficiency.
• Coach and mentor diverse teams; foster collaboration and high performance.
• Support clients in transforming their internal audit or risk management functions.
• Contribute to EQAs and business development activities across PwC.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

Power BI

Alteryx

Job description

Line of Service Assurance Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Assurance Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary

Why Join PwC Ireland?

At PwC Ireland, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation dedicated to building trust in society and solving our clients’ most complex challenges. Here, diverse teams collaborate across sectors and geographies to deliver innovative solutions that make a real difference. We invest in your growth through continuous learning, leadership development, and access to cutting-edge technology, empowering you to shape your career and impact the future of business and society.

About the role:

As a Manager in Internal Audit, Governance, Risk and Compliance (IAGRC), you will lead the delivery of internal audit, risk and assurance services to a diverse portfolio of clients across a range of industries and sectors, including corporate, public sector, pharmaceutical and life sciences, aviation and aircraft leasing, and financial services. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders, helping organisations navigate evolving risks, regulatory and governance requirements, changing stakeholder expectations and increasingly complex operating environments. You will lead high-quality internal audit and assurance engagements, manage and develop high-performing teams, drive innovation through the use of data and technology, and contribute to the continued growth and development of our IAGRC practice.

What you will do:

Working closely with the engagement Director or Partner, lead and oversee a diverse portfolio of internal audit and risk/resilience assurance/ advisory engagements across multiple industries and sectors, effectively managing competing priorities, resources and engagement budgets and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality work aligned with client expectations, relevant regulatory requirements and professional standards. Build and maintain strong relationships with senior client stakeholders, including Heads of Internal Audit, Risk and Resilience, senior management and executive leadership, proactively identifying their evolving needs and tailoring audit and assurance solutions that deliver meaningful insight and value. Lead and contribute to risk assessments and contribute to the strategic planning, scoping and delivery of internal audit engagements, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives, key business risks, relevant regulatory requirements and emerging risks. Drive innovation in audit delivery, leveraging data analytics, automation, AI and emerging technologies to enhance audit quality, efficiency, insight and value. Manage, coach and mentor diverse teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, inclusion, high performance and continuous development. Demonstrate strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills, effectively engaging with stakeholders at all levels and communicating complex risks, control weaknesses and recommendations clearly and pragmatically. Support clients in transforming and enhancing their internal audit or risk management functions, including operating model design, methodology development, risk assessment, audit planning, quality improvement and capability building. Contribute to External Quality Assessments (EQAs) of internal audit functions in accordance with applicable Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards, supporting the assessment of conformance and development of practical recommendations for improvement. Contribute to business development activities, including identifying opportunities, developing client propositions, leading proposals and participating in client pitches. Collaborate across PwC service lines to bring multidisciplinary expertise and integrated solutions to clients. Champion quality, ethics and effective risk management, ensuring compliance with relevant professional standards and PwC's internal policies.

Who we are looking for:

• A university degree in a relevant discipline such as Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or Risk Management.
• A recognised professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent.
• Proven experience in internal audit, risk assurance, or related advisory roles for a minimum of 4+ years.
• Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience in identifying and assessing risks, evaluating governance and controls, and developing practical recommendations.
• Experience across a range of industries or sectors is welcomed, including public sector, pharmaceutical and life sciences, aviation and aircraft leasing, consumer and industrial businesses, technology and financial services.
• Familiarity with data analytics tools (e.g. Power BI, Alteryx), AI and automation solutions and audit management platforms is an advantage.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with industry trends and regulatory changes.

Our commitment to you

We’re committed to building an inclusive culture that empowers our people to thrive and feel a sense of belonging at PwC. We seek to attract talented people from different backgrounds with diverse perspectives who can bring innovation and creativity.At PwC, your hard work doesn't go unnoticed. We celebrate your achievements not just within the firm, but among your peers as well. Our rewards are designed to fit your unique lifestyle and needs. And because being part of PwC should be rewarding every day, you'll have access to PwC perks a handpicked selection of exclusive discounts, experiences, and extras just for being part of our team.

Application support

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require any adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know ([e-mail]). All requests will be treated confidentially and supported wherever possible to help you showcase your strengths.

Education

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified) Degrees/Field of Study required: Degrees/Field of Study preferred: Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified) Required Skills Optional Skills Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Accounting and Financial Reporting Standards, Active Listening, AI Fluency, AI-Human Collaboration, Analytical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Platform, Auditing, Auditing Methodologies, Business Process Improvement, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Compliance Auditing, Corporate Governance, Creativity, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Data Ingestion, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Security, Data Transformation, Data Visualization, Digital Tooling, Embracing Change {+ 32 more} Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Travel Requirements Not Specified Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? Yes Government Clearance Required? No Job Posting End Date

We’re Ready to Make a Difference

Are you ready to make a difference? Want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents? You can grow exponentially at PwC. Here, you can uncover hidden talents, build lifelong relationships rooted in trust and empathy and turn challenges into opportunities for innovation. We’ll help you grow your skills through challenging, meaningful work so you can go further.