Information Technology Audit Manager

Information Technology Audit Manager

Posted 3 days ago by Change Recruitment

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Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
Greater Edinburgh Area
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Agile Methodology Audit Management Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) External Auditing Financial Services Information Technology Audits Internal Auditing Management Organisational Skills Risk Management Stakeholder Management

Summary: The IT Audit Manager role is a 12-month fixed-term contract based in Edinburgh, focusing on leading high-impact audits in critical financial services areas such as Technology, Change, Cyber, Payments, and Third-Party Risk Management. The position emphasizes building strong relationships with senior stakeholders, providing expert guidance on governance and risk management, and mentoring team members. The role requires a blend of technical expertise and strong communication skills to deliver meaningful assurance over key risks. The successful candidate will contribute to the annual audit plan and drive continuous improvement within the audit function.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Leading large and complex audits, ensuring delivery to time, scope, and quality standards
  • Growing specialist knowledge and reputation as an expert in risk and controls
  • Supporting the development of the audit plan and maintaining a strong understanding of the business
  • Coaching and developing colleagues to strengthen capability across the team

Key Skills:

  • Experience managing risk and controls, ideally within Internal Audit
  • Strong knowledge of Technology, Change, Cyber, Payments or Third-Party Risk Management
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
  • A collaborative mindset with strong planning and organisational skills
  • Professional qualifications such as CISA, CISSP or equivalent (preferred but not essential)
  • Experience working with Agile methodologies (a plus)

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Edinburgh

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

IT Audit Manager – 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Edinburgh | Hybrid Working

Are you ready to take the lead on high-impact audits that cover some of the most critical areas in financial services—Technology, Change, Cyber, Payments and Third-Party Risk Management? We’re looking for an IT Audit Manager to join our client on a 12-month FTC, where you’ll play a key role in shaping the annual audit plan, driving continuous improvement and delivering meaningful assurance over key risks.

Why this role matters

As an IT Audit Manager, you’ll be more than just an auditor - you’ll be a trusted advisor. You’ll build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, develop deep insights into the business, and provide expert guidance on governance, risk management and controls. Alongside delivering high-quality, impactful audits, you’ll also contribute to strategy and mentor others within the team.

What you’ll be doing

  • Leading large and complex audits, ensuring delivery to time, scope, and quality standards
  • Growing your specialist knowledge and reputation as an expert in risk and controls
  • Supporting the development of the audit plan and maintaining a strong understanding of the business
  • Coaching and developing colleagues to strengthen capability across the team

What you’ll bring

  • Experience managing risk and controls, ideally within Internal Audit.
  • Strong knowledge of Technology, Change, Cyber, Payments or Third-Party Risk Management.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the confidence to deliver challenging messages at senior level.
  • A collaborative mindset with strong planning and organisational skills.
  • Professional qualifications such as CISA, CISSP or equivalent (preferred but not essential).
  • Experience working with Agile methodologies (a plus).

What’s on offer

  • Hybrid & flexible working to support a healthy work/life balance.
  • Competitive rewards & benefits package tailored to what matters most to you.
  • A diverse, collaborative, and energising environment where you’ll feel valued.
  • The chance to shape your career with a role full of variety and opportunity.

If you’re ready to make an impact and bring fresh thinking to the world of IT Audit, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now !!

Contact Scott Maxwell on 0797406745 or email scott.maxwell@changerecruitmentgroup.com

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