Risk & Controls (Non-US) - Manager - Internal Audit

Job Description

A career within Internal Audit services, will provide you with an opportunity to gain an understanding of an organisation s objectives, regulatory and risk management environment, and the diverse needs of their critical stakeholders. We focus on helping organisations look deeper and see further considering areas like culture and behaviours to help improve and embed controls. In short, we seek to address the right risks and ultimately add value to their organisation.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.As a Manager, youll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:
• Invite and give in the moment feedback in a constructive manner.
• Share and collaborate effectively with others.
• Identify and make suggestions for improvements when problems and/or opportunities arise.
• Handle, manipulate and analyse data and information responsibly.
• Follow risk management and compliance procedures.
• Keep up-to-date with developments in area of specialism.
• Communicate confidently in a clear, concise and articulate manner - verbally and in the materials I produce.
• Build and maintain an internal and external network.
• Seek opportunities to learn about how PwC works as a global network of firms.
• Uphold the firms code of ethics and business conduct.
You will work across our Internal Audit Proposition and have the opportunity to work closely with clients, understanding their business, their objectives, strategy and regulatory and risk management environment.A career within Internal Audit services will provide you with an opportunity to gain an understanding of an organization s objectives, regulatory and risk management environment, and the diverse needs of their critical stakeholders. We focus on helping organizations look deeper and see further considering areas like culture and behaviors to help improve and embed controls.Our NextGen Internal Audit offering builds on our market leading internal audit services and gives you an opportunity to challenge yourself as well as build enhanced digital skills.We are currently looking for Internal Audit Managers to join our rapidly expanding team. With a background in Internal Audit and a good understanding of the financial services sector, you will need to be ambitious and enthusiastic. In return we will give the opportunity to work in the fast-paced world of Financial Services internal audit. If you are in External Audit and looking for a change, we would happily discuss this with you.Responsibilities will vary depending on the client and engagement profile. Amongst others, you will be:
• Managing and delivering a portfolio of internal audit clients.
• Liaise with PwC engagement teams and end client as part of planning, execution and reporting phases of the audit
• Being agile and working across a range of different subjects and projects.
• Developing a risk assessment and audit universe for internal audit clients and developing an annual plan of work.
• Delivering Internal Audit engagements from planning through to execution and reporting.
• Communicating risk findings, verbally and written, to clients in a pragmatic and helpful manner.
• Building an internal network of relationships with Subject Matter Experts (SME) to develop, manage and scope SME led reviews in areas of specialism such as Cyber, Operational Resilience, Cloud computing, Governance etc. and supporting our subject matter experts in delivering insight and expertise, potentially moving towards being a subject matter expert yourself in a chosen area.
• Working with a supportive group of Partners and Directors within the Internal Audit practice to develop innovative, market leading solutions and proposals; and
• Coaching more junior team members and reviewing their work.
Essential skills
• Internal Audit experience at senior level, managing audits and relationships
• Ability to manage and deliver against deadlines while working on multiple projects.
• Effective communication, written and verbal skills.
• Strong client handling and relationship management skills.
• Experience of problem solving and being able to implement and deliver solutions tailored to clients needs.
• Experience of risk and control identification and performing controls testing and assessment of control design; and
• Experience in providing coaching and feedback for junior staff and identifying development opportunities to build upon the strengths of team members.
Experience
• Understanding of audit concepts and regulations
• Minimum of 6 years experience in the domains mentioned above Candidates with Big 4 or equivalent experience would be preferred
• If you are in External Audit and looking for a change, we would happily discuss this with you
Education & certifications
• Bachelors or master s degree in commerce
• Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA etc.) or CIA / IIA - not essential but preferred
• Relevant IT certifications (CISA, IIA) - not essential but preferred
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