Assurance - Internal Audit, Governance, Risk & Compliance - Senior Associate

PwC; Dublin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC Ireland is seeking a Senior Associate in Internal Audit, Governance, Risk and Compliance (IAGRC) to deliver audit engagements across sectors including financial services and life sciences. You will assess governance, risk management and controls, and provide practical remediation insights.

You will coach junior staff, collaborate with PwC colleagues, and embrace data analytics, AI and automation to improve audit quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Recognised university degree or equivalent.
• ACA/ACCA/CIA/CISA or equivalent advantageous.
• 2+ years' experience in internal audit, risk assurance or related area.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Experience coaching junior team members is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of internal audit engagements with scope, timeline and budget.
• Assess governance, risk and control environments for clients.
• Interviews and walkthroughs to identify key risks and controls.
• Draft clear audit observations and practical recommendations.
• Coach and review junior team members to ensure quality work.
• Collaborate with PwC teams to leverage multidisciplinary expertise.
• Support proposals, presentations and thought leadership materials.
• Utilise data analytics, AI and automation to enhance audit quality.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Stakeholder management

Team coaching

Adaptability

Education

University degree or equivalent

ACA/ACCA/CIA/CISA or equivalent

Tools

Power BI

Alteryx

Automation

AI technologies

Job description

Line of ServiceAssuranceIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryWhy 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 Senior Associate in Internal Audit, Governance, Risk and Compliance (IAGRC), you will play a key role in delivering 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 work closely with client stakeholders to understand their organisations, identify and assess key risks, evaluate the effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal controls, and provide practical insights and recommendations. You will also support and coach junior team members and contribute to the development of innovative, technology-enabled approaches that help our clients navigate complexity and change.What you will do:As a Senior Associate, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality internal audit engagements, building strong client relationships, coaching junior team members and contributing to the continued development of our IAGRC practice.Responsibilities include:Working closely with the engagement Manager, Director or Partner, take day-to-day responsibility for the delivery of internal audit and assurance engagements in line with agreed objectives, scope, timelines and budget, effectively managing priorities and escalating issues as appropriate to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality work and exceptional client service.Develop an understanding of clients' businesses, operating environments and strategic objectives, identifying key strategic, operational, financial, regulatory and emerging risks relevant to the organisation.Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal controls, developing appropriate audit approaches and testing methodologies.Build effective working relationships with client stakeholders, including conducting interviews and walkthroughs, communicating audit observations and working collaboratively to develop practical and proportionate recommendations.Communicate regularly with engagement leadership, including Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners, providing clear updates on progress, emerging issues, risks and audit findings.Prepare clear and insightful audit reports that articulate key risks and control weaknesses and provide practical, value-adding recommendations for remediation and improvement.Review and coach junior team members, ensuring work is completed to a high standard and within agreed timeframes, while fostering a culture of continuous learning, collaboration and development.Collaborate effectively with colleagues across IAGRC and other PwC teams, sharing knowledge, raising relevant issues and drawing on multidisciplinary expertise to deliver the best outcomes for clients.Support business development initiatives, including the preparation of proposals, presentations and thought leadership materials.Embrace digital tools and innovation, leveraging data analytics, AI, automation and other emerging technologies to enhance audit quality, efficiency and insight.Demonstrate a strong commitment to quality, professional judgement, ethical standards and effective risk management in the delivery of all engagements.Who we are looking for:A recognised university degree or equivalent.A recognised professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA or equivalent is an advantage. Candidates working towards a relevant professional qualification may also be considered.At least 2+ years' relevant experience in internal audit, risk assurance, governance, internal controls or a related area, gained within a professional services firm, internal audit function or other relevant organisation.Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience in identifying risks, evaluating processes and controls, and developing practical recommendations.Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and engage confidently with client stakeholders and colleagues at different levels.Experience supervising, reviewing or coaching junior team members is an advantage.Experience across one or more industries or sectors is welcomed, including public sector, pharmaceutical and life sciences, aviation and aircraft leasing, consumer or 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.A commitment to continuous professional development and keeping up to date with emerging risks, technology developments and evolving internal audit practices.Our commitment to youWe’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 supportWe 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. Direct them to newly created \"Working and Wellbeing at PwC\" to find out more. It references PVP etcEducation (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 SkillsOptional SkillsAccepting 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, 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, Emotional Regulation {+ 27 more}Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)Travel RequirementsNot SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship?YesGovernment Clearance Required?NoJob Posting End Date