Internal Audit job, Brighton, Low Travel, ACCA, ACA, CIA,

Your new company

Hays are partnering with a leading financial services provider to recruit a Head of Internal audit to join their Brighton offices on a permanent basis. This is a rare opportunity to join a highly respected company and lead your own team within a inclusive culture.

Your new role

You will take responsibility for all Audit Planning and manage the relationship with the current external provider during a handover period. Other responsibilities include:

• Build and develop an internal audit function with the necessary resources, capabilities and expertise to deliver a solid annual internal audit opinion.
• Produce well balanced Audit plans, deliver reports and present findings.
• Using high quality reporting and communication skills, effectively and productively engage with senior management including Senior Leadership Team, Executive Committee, Board and Audit and Risk Assurance Committee.
• Add value and improve operations by providing independent, objective assurance and consulting activity.

What you'll need to succeed

As the ideal candidate you will have:

• A degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• Professional qualifications (IIA/CCAB, ACA/ACCA, CIA or equivalent).
• Proven, extensive audit expertise (5+ years) at a senior level.
• Familiarity to the mandatory elements of the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) of the Global Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).
• Knowledge and understanding of financial and operational risks and controls, be able to understand the risks and develop robust solutions.
• Experience developing a team, capabilities and embracing innovative approaches to effectively and efficiently deliver internal audit.

What you'll get in return

The successful candidate will receive a competitive market salary and a generous benefits package including:

• Civil Service Pension arrangements, which are recognised as some of the best in the pensions world
• discretionary bonus arrangements
• access to performance related pay progression
• 25 days annual leave provision
• flexible working arrangements
• development opportunities
• enhanced parental leave arrangements
• a free employee assistance programme

What you need to do now
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