Job Description

• Work on the execution of a variety of projects, including non-financial assurance reviews (e.g. COREP, Client Assets), regulatory reporting assurance (MIFID), financial crime reviews (AML, Sanctions), general business process and controls advice, internal audit and compliance services;
• Work in complex multi-disciplinary teams, with responsibility for the overall execution of smaller projects and / or individual components of larger projects, under the guidance and direction of Managers, Directors and Partners;
• Be flexible in your working style to encompass working both in the office, as well as client site, and potentially requiring UK travel;
• Use expertise in assurance methodologies to perform engagements in compliance with the firm’s and industry standards;
• Coach other team members, share experiences, share knowledge and generate new ideas with them.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Desire to build / develop a career in assisting financial services clients with technology controls assessments / improvements, including the provision of either a formal (assurance) or informal (findings & recommendations) opinion. Ability to lead teams and deliver our solutions to meet client needs, preferably demonstrated in a professional services environment. Intellectual rigor / flexibility to rapidly understand complex problems and rationalize these into a workable solution which can then be delivered. Ability to operate with stakeholders / manage projects which potentially span all functions within client organizations. High level of drive, commitment to achieving solutions and ability to work and lead under pressure in an entrepreneurial environment. We are looking for assurance/governance/internal audit professionals who have a strong background in Financial Services. Candidates should have experience of working in assurance, risk and / or controls projects either as an auditor / advisor or within industry, and an ability to document business processes and control diagrams. We are looking for people with banking and capital markets or wealth and asset management knowledge. You need to have an ability to identify the operational risks within a process and design controls testing programs to assess the quality of control over these risks. Knowledge and experience of working in a dynamic, demanding environment is essential. Individuals who are able to demonstrate intellect, drive and focus, and the ability to succeed. Join us and you'll work in a rapidly growing team on challenging projects and accelerate your career within an international and supportive team. You'll also be introduced to career challenges that will take you into exciting new professional territory. Your goal will be to help clients achieve their potential - and you can expect to do the same. As part of a supportive team, you'll have the opportunity to progress and build knowledge that will make a difference to your CV - and to your entire career. Professional qualification, either in practice ACA/ CA/ ACCA / US CPA qualified (ICAEW, ICAS, Irish Institute or equivalent international qualification) or an equivalent in industry, ACCA, CIMA. Degree qualified ideally with a 2:1 or equivalent; External audit or internal controls / audit experience; Background in financial services, either working with financial services clients in an Assurance capacity or in industry with a blue chip employer; Particular industry specialism experience preferably in Banking & Capital Markets or Wealth and Asset Management.