Summary: The Audit Manager (Program Assurance) role involves leading independent assurance reviews of projects and programs, with a focus on governance, risk management, and internal controls. The position requires a minimum of 5 years of internal audit experience, preferably in a safety-critical industry. The role is hybrid, based in Farringdon, and is offered as a 12-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of audit plans and execute program assurance reviews to ensure project objectives are met.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development of a comprehensive audit plan for stakeholders.
• Plan and execute program assurance reviews, focusing on key risk areas.
• Draft audit scope documentation for approval by the Head of IA.
• Design and prepare the Risk and Control Matrix and testing procedures.
• Execute audit testing and data analysis to meet quality and timeline expectations.
• Document audit findings for presentation to business stakeholders.
• Prepare and review quality workpapers to support audit conclusions.
• Coordinate with audit team members to meet engagement objectives.
• Apply problem-solving skills to audit findings and develop recommendations.
• Communicate effectively with Internal Audit management and business management.
• Manage assigned workload and provide support to junior team members.
• Assist in preparing materials for Audit Committee and other stakeholders.
• Participate in and lead ad-hoc projects as needed.

Key Skills:

• Minimum of 5 years of internal audit and/or program assurance experience.
• Project management qualification is a plus.
• Experience in a safety-critical industry preferred.
• Solid knowledge of internal audit best practices and risk management.
• Ability to analyze complex processes and assess control effectiveness.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to present issues and recommendations clearly.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and in a team.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Farringdon

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: fixed-term

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Other