Head of Audit

Head of Audit
 Key Accountabilities Leadership and People Management

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Demonstrate The Company and IIA Code of Conduct values and behaviours in all aspects of work.

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Contribute positively to team effectiveness and Colleague Experience Survey sessions.

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Promote a positive team culture and enhance employee engagement.

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Lead a team of professionals and subject matter experts, including line managers.

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Embed a performance culture and role model The Companys values and behaviours.

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Manage and lead teams through individual and functional change.

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Contribute to talent development through coaching, mentoring, and constructive feedback.

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Promote continuous learning and upskilling among internal auditors.

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Attract and retain top talent, building a robust pipeline of skills and capabilities for the Audit Function.

Stakeholder Management

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Engage with key stakeholders including Advice & Investments Boards, Managing Executives, and Exco teams.

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Build and maintain strong relationships with senior management, governance committees, and regulators.

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Communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) with all stakeholders.

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Attend key committees and provide insights into control assessments.

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Understand client needs and align audit efforts to benefit them.

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Develop deep knowledge of The Companys business areas for effective assurance execution.

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Foster positive stakeholder engagement to enhance audit value.

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Coordinate with assurance partners to monitor business risk and inform planning and reporting.

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Support combined assurance across the three lines of defence to strengthen controls.

Strategic Initiatives

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Contribute to the development of the Internal Audit Digital Book of Work.

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Align to IA principles for stakeholder engagementprofessional, value-driven, digitally enabled, and owner-led.

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Contribute to the overall Internal Audit brand, positioning, and communication initiatives of The Company.

Audit Delivery and Continuous Monitoring

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Deliver high-quality and timely audit reports, governance reports, and issue validations.

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Maintain a risk-based internal audit plan for Advice & Investment businesses aligned with The Companys objectives.

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Incorporate digital tools and data analytics in audits, continuous auditing, and reviews.

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Provide clear, actionable, and insightful reports to senior stakeholders and regulators.

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Apply professional skepticism and assess residual risk in audit findings and reporting.

Knowledge Management

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Commit to continuous upskilling in technical and core competencies.

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Stay current with industry trends, regulatory changes, and professional standards.

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Share best practices to ensure high-quality output across the audit team.

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Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including those from the Prudential Authority.

Role / Person Specification
Preferred Education

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Bachelors Degree or Advanced Diploma in Business, Commerce, or Management Studies.

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Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., CA, CIA, CISA).

Preferred Experience

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15 years experience in internal/external audit or equivalent experience in a major financial institution or Big 4 firm.

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Strong knowledge of the financial services industry, especially in banking, insurance, bancassurance, investments, financial planning, and stockbroking.

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Familiarity with emerging financial products and services.

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Understanding of relevant legislation, financial services industry standards, and bancassurance practices.

Knowledge and Skills

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Proven ability to manage teams in complex, matrixed environments with adaptable leadership.

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Deep experience in risk-based auditing and control/risk management.

- Demonstrated thought leadership.

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Track record of leading change, setting strategic direction, and driving business initiatives.

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Strong ability to influence and communicate at senior executive levels.

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Commitment to talent development