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Job Specifications

Your new company
A large UK business offers hybrid working (2-3 days a week in the office) in this 12-month FTC Internal Audit Manager role - based in Bristol- Focussed on Operational Business Audits.

Your new role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Internal Audit Manager to join a dynamic Risk & Assurance team within a leading UK-based organisation. This high-profile role offers the chance to contribute meaningfully to governance, risk, controls, policy, compliance, and data protection across a diverse and fast-paced business environment.Reporting to the Head of Risk, you'll play a key role in delivering assurance across departments including Finance, HR, IT, Operations, Property, and Estates. You'll also have line management responsibility for an industrial placement student, helping to shape the next generation of professionals.Key Responsibilities

Deliver independent third-line assurance on Governance, Risk Management, and Control (GRC) frameworks
Lead and support internal audits across various business units and locations
Maintain and enhance internal assurance processes and audit quality systems
Conduct annual financial controls testing
Act as a subject-matter expert on UK audit reforms and their business implications
Prepare reports for senior stakeholders, including executive leadership and audit committees
Collaborate with H&S, Fire Safety, Data Protection, and InfoSec teams to embed control systems aligned with ISO and other standards.
Support the development of a policy framework and compliance regime, embedding the three lines of defence model
Partner with L&D and Communications teams to deliver training and awareness initiatives
Mentor junior team members and contribute to their professional growth
Coordinate outsourced assurance activities and participate in operational compliance audits
Investigate policy breaches and maintain accurate records
Represent the team in cross-functional working groups

What you'll need to succeed

Qualified CIA, ACA, or ACCA professional
1-3 years post-qualification experience in a top or mid-tier practice or equivalent industry role
Ambitious and results-driven with a desire to grow within a thriving organisation.
Confident communicator with the ability to influence at executive level
Familiarity with data analytics tools
Be available to start at relatively short notice!

What you'll get in return

Flexible working options available. (Hybrid working with 2-3 days a week in the office)
Discretionary annual bonus
25 days' holiday plus the option to buy more, and additional days for long service
Generous pension scheme with employer contributions up to 11%

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Desired Skills and Experience

Internal Audit,
Internal Controls,
Operational Audit
Available at short notice

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About the Company

We are leaders in specialist recruitment and workforce solutions, offering advisory services such as learning and skill development, career transitions and employer brand positioning. As the Leadership Partner to our customers, we invest in lifelong partnerships that empower people and businesses to succeed. We help you achieve your career goals and deliver your business needs by combining meaningful innovation with our global scale and insights. Last year we helped over 280,000 people find their next career. Join the mill... Know more