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Group Audit and Reporting Manager

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

34369

Published date:

31-03-2025

Summary

Position:	Group Audit and Reporting Manager
Division:	ABF
Location:	Weston Centre

Background

The position of ABF Group Audit and Reporting Manager is a role within Group Internal Audit function. Reporting to the Director of Internal Audit, this role will provide global exposure with a presence in 50 countries and nine divisions operating well over 100 businesses in a range of diverse markets.

This is an exciting, varied and high-profile Group role, where the ad hoc and unpredictable nature of the work will appeal to the right candidate. You will be expected to demonstrate readiness to be promoted into a management position in a Group business within 3 years. Depending upon your mobility, this could be based anywhere within ABF’s operations globally.

Key responsibilities

Based at the Weston Centre, the primary purpose of the Group Audit and Reporting Manager role is to provide independent and objective assurance and appropriate advice to the Group and to perform key reporting and administration activities across a range of Group-wide systems.

Group Head Office Internal Audit

The Group Audit and Reporting Manager will scope, plan, deliver and report on internal audits aimed at supporting ABF Head Office functions, including Finance, Treasury and Pensions, to manage their key risks and improve the performance of their functions, and to be an objective source of independent advice to Senior Management.

By working as part of a team, this will be achieved through effective scoping of audits and the risks to be reviewed, the evaluation of management processes and internal control systems and the provision of ad hoc support to business management.

The Group Audit and Reporting Manager will lead the delivery of risk-based internal audit reviews, perform risk assessments, investigations and controls-related assignments that support the operation of robust controls and processes in ABF Head Office. As part of these, this will include agreeing objective, value-added recommendations that will improve internal controls and governance processes, technological capabilities and operational efficiency.

The Group Audit and Reporting Manager will also prepare a series of reports regarding audit activity and action status each quarter for discussion with the Director of Financial Control.

Programme of tax-related risk reviews

The Group Audit and Reporting Manager will be responsible for coordinating the Group’s annual programmes of risk reviews for employment and indirect tax and customs arrangements, working closely with colleagues within the Internal Audit function, ABF Tax team and third-party consultants who deliver the detailed reviews.

Project support and assurance

The Group Audit and Reporting Manager will be responsible for the provision of assurance and advice on key business change projects at ABF Head Office, working closely with Internal Audit and Functional management.

The Group Audit and Reporting Manager will also support on internal audit development projects.

Reporting

The Group Audit and Reporting Manager will be responsible for producing clear and insightful reports for ABF’s senior management, Board and governance committees that provide appropriate analysis, insight and conclusions on the risks and activities of ABF.

These reports will include, but are not limited to, quarterly whistleblowing reporting, annual food safety reporting, Turnbull declaration returns and reporting and preventing fraudulent payments training records.

Whistleblowing system management

The Group Audit and Reporting Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Group’s whistleblowing systems, including SpeakUp and TellUs.

This will involve the triaging of cases received and the dissemination of cases to relevant business management; the monitoring of the status of cases and working with divisional teams to ensure cases are progressed and resolved promptly; the maintenance of the systems, including coordinating user access review; and the generation of analyses and reports for Group reporting and assurance purposes.

You will also be responsible for coordinating, designing and delivering tailored training to users to enable the efficient operation of the whistleblowing systems.

Governance documentation

The Group Audit and Reporting Manager will coordinate the design, issue, review and revision of controls-related governance declarations and documentation, including the Group’s full year and half year Turnbull returns and the updating of the Financial Control Framework, for review and approval by the Director of Financial Control.

Experience

You will be a Chartered Accountant, preferably with experience in the “big four” accountancy practice. You will also be familiar with practical application and implementation of current auditing practices and International Accounting Standards. You will demonstrate sound judgement, be highly motivated and a self-starter. It is desirable if you have some high-level knowledge of IT General Controls and use of data analytics.

Due to ABF’s global presence and market diversity, this role requires someone who can find practical solutions which meet the required standards in businesses of varying sizes and industries, together with the interpersonal, communication and diplomacy skills to engage with autonomous businesses. You will be able to build and enhance relationships with the other 55+ internal auditors in the global team.

ABF ROLE DEFINITION

Role Title: - Group Internal Audit and Reporting Manager

Reports to: - Director of Internal Audit

Role Purpose

To deliver ABF Group Head Office internal audit reporting requirements and audit plan, and to coordinate a range of reporting and administration activities on behalf of the Group.

Directly Supervises: - 0

Indirectly Supervises: - 0

Responsibilities/

Key Tasks

Using your knowledge and experience, you’ll coordinate the annual audit planning process for ABF Group Head Office.
You’ll develop and lead the ABF Group Head Office internal audit plan, including planning, scoping and delivery of audits and writing reports for distribution to functional management.
You’ll to lead and perform ad-hoc project work as directed by the Director of Financial Control and/or the Director of Internal Audit.
You’ll coordinate the Group’s programme of co-sourced Indirect Tax and Employment Tax and Customs risk reviews.
You’ll manage the effective operations of the Group’s whistleblowing systems.
You’ll prepare governance reports and coordinate the update to governance documentation, as required.

You’ll be highly motivated and a self-starter.
You’ll have an attention to detail and bring perseverance and tenacity to the role.
You’ll have strong planning and organisational skills.
You’ll take ownership for the delivery of high-quality work and be accountable for meeting the standards expected of the role.
You’ll adhere to the Group’s risk management policies and promote good governance in your dealings with colleagues.
As part of the wider global ABF internal audit team, you’ll build relationships with internal audit colleagues and support and participate in Group initiatives and projects as required.
You’ll work collaboratively with colleagues in the Internal Audit team and business functions to deliver audits.

Knowledge and Experience	Complexity and Creativity	Judgements and Decisions
Qualified Chartered Accountant with current technical knowledge. Experience in a “big four” accountancy practice. Ability to understand and review complex accounting and operational procedures quickly and suggest process/control improvements where appropriate. Strong financial control and risk management skills. Ability to evaluate compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. IT-literate with experience of auditing ERP environments, general IT controls and IT security.	Ability to apply your assurance experience to provide assurance over key project controls and risks. Ability to lead the development and application of data analytics techniques to provide efficient and effective assurance over business activity Ability to find practical solutions which meet the required control environment standards in businesses of varying sizes and industries.	Ability to apply sound business acumen and judgement combined with a practical and commercial approach to the situations you’ll face each day. Ability to identify practical solutions that meets the Group’s requirements and responsibilities. Ability to determine the areas to focus on and how far to drill down into evidence and information in order to get results. Ability to determine when and how to escalate audit concerns to senior management.
Operational Responsibility	Contacts and Communication	Other
Assist Group companies in implementing robust control and processes. Coordinate the programme of tax- and customs-related risk reviews at Group businesses Support Group and Internal Audit projects Manage the operation of Group whistleblowing systems. Prepare Group governance reports. Coordinate and support Group corporate governance returns processes.	Senior Finance officers – frequently. Finance management and teams – frequently. External Auditors regularly. ABF Group FD and CEO – occasionally.	Motivation to develop your career within ABF and build a strong network with colleagues across the Group Motivation to develop your technical and personal skills and attend relevant training.

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Senior Internal Auditor

London, UK

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

34105

Published date:

25-03-2025

Summary

Job title Senior Auditor

Job family Quality, Risk and Assurance Band D

Job purpose

The role performs financial, operational and systems/IT audits across the BBC. These audits may

range across all activities of the BBC including public service, commercial subsidiaries and BBC

charities.

The audit work is likely to focus on the ongoing review of core internal controls but will also

include ad-hoc specialist reviews.

In undertaking each audit, the role will assess the management and control of risk, completing the

audit work within planned timescales and in compliance with quality requirements.

The role will also manage relationships with key stakeholders across the business and with other

team members.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities

• Prepare detailed audit testing plans that focus on key risks. This will involve gathering

information by meeting people at all levels across the BBC.

• Carry out rigorous audit testing, flexing work plans in response to findings and emerging risks.

• Acknowledge issues, impacts, root causes and recommendations with management throughout

the course of audit assignments.

• Act as an advocate for internal control, sharing expertise within the team and encouraging best

practice behaviours across the business.

• Write clear, concise, robust and balanced audit reports.

• Lead or participate in tasks or projects required to meet departmental objectives.

• The role will also manage relationships with key stakeholders across the business and with

other team members.

Knowledge, skills, training and experience

Essential

• Significant auditing experience, including review of General IT Controls and Internal Audit

experience.

• Proven experience of working within an organisation of a comparable size or complexity to the

BBC.

• Proven ability to quickly acquire new knowledge and skills.

• Possess an appropriate combination of technical expertise in fields such as auditing, finance,

operations, or investigations.

• Ability to observe and understand business processes ensuring processes are documented

completely and accurately.

• Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a wide range of

groups and individuals.

Desirable

• Applicants will normally have at least one of the following professional qualifications as

appropriate to the role:

• Qualified Accountant through a recognised professional body (e.g. ACA, ACCA,

ACMA)

• Chartered Member of the Institute of Internal Auditors (UK)

• Certified Information Systems Auditor

• Direct experience of internal audit is desirable.

• It is desirable that applicants can demonstrate a significant level of audit or other relevant

expertise in a required area of specialism:

• IT Security

• Production management

• Value for money/efficiency programmes

• Project management and/ or audit of major project and change activity

• Review and/or management of major contracts, broadcast and business continuity

Job impact

Decision making

• Risk assessment in planning individual audits

• Judgements regarding sensitive issues for consideration by departmental/functional management

Scope

• Audit services provided across all functions and operations of the BBC including commercial

subsidiaries and charities.

Other information

For Reward team use only

Job Code

Definition: Support

This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal

accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level

of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.

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Data Privacy Analyst

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

34270

Published date:

25-03-2025

Summary

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Data Privacy Analyst – Job Description

Key details:

Department: Data Protection

Line Manager: Data Protection Manager

Role Type: Team Member

Direct Reports: n/a

Hours of Work: 37.5 per week (full time)

Location: Hybrid – you will be required to travel to Bunzl locations in order to fulfil the

requirements of this role.

About Bunzl and Bunzl UK & Ireland Business Services

Bunzl PLC is our parent company. A FTSE 100 company based in London. Many people use a Bunzl product every day of their lives. Bunzl is the largest value-added distributor in the world in our market sectors. Bunzl’s purpose is to deliver essential business solutions around the world and create long-term value for the benefit of all stakeholders. To find out more about Bunzl, visit www.bunzl.com. Bunzl PLC operates in over 30 countries. In Bunzl UK and Ireland, there are six divisions.

http://www.bunzl.com/

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Classification: Confidential

The Bunzl UK & Ireland Business Services teams support our operating companies with

solutions in transactional finance, payroll, employee life cycle management, data protection,

environment, health & safety, and IT. With extensive knowledge of internal customers' needs,

they deliver excellent service across our operating companies. Our DRIVE behaviours help us

to make BUKI a great place to work.

Purpose

At Bunzl, we are committed to ensuring that all our customers' data is protected, and that our work complies with data protection legislation. We are seeking a Data Privacy Analyst (DPA) to help us sustain and improve our management of personal data at Bunzl UK & Ireland. Our Data Protection strategy and approach is evolving and maturing, and the role will evolve and mature with this. This is a role for someone who is adaptable, agile, and eager to learn and develop their knowledge of data protection and who has a genuine interest in business strategy and organisational culture and context. The DPA will report directly to the BUKI Data Protection Manager (DPM) and perform duties to support the DPM to ensure all business operations maintain compliance with data privacy legislation and relevant regulation/codes of practice. The DPM plays a key role within BUKI ensuring compliance with all data protection legislation and supporting the operational business areas and internal support functions. Specifically, to support the DPM so that the Data Protection Program is maintained, in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable protection laws. This includes the development, implementation and maintenance of framework, policies, procedures, and governance model. Bunzl prides itself on providing a working environment that enables people to balance all aspects of their life. Whilst home working is a part of that approach, the delivery of business partnering and developing knowledge and credibility will be enhanced by spending a reasonable amount of time in our businesses in person.

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Classification: Confidential

What will you do:

The primary and key activity for the successful candidate will be the management of the internal platforms and systems used to support compliance and reporting. For example, monitoring of Cookie Consent Management, Records of Processing, Vendor due diligence, data protection impact assessments and incident reporting. This will ensure the role remains varied and interesting. Accountabilities:

• Maintain and manage data privacy management tool (currently ‘One Trust’) and triage the workflow

• Monitor website privacy compliance • Be a point of contact for communications to the team, managing the team mailbox • Liaise with and assist the Data Protection Champions in more than 20 operating

companies for all privacy related matters, within the scope of the postholder’s knowledge and experience

• Assist and support the DPM in relation to meetings • Maintain and update the Data Protection Intranet presence • Assist with and where appropriate take the lead on data protection queries including

subject access requests • Assist with the investigation and management of potential breaches • Support record-keeping activities required by GDPR and/or corporate policies,

including Record of Processing activities, Data Privacy Impact Assessments, Legitimate Interest Assessments, Vendor risk analysis and other GDPR associated analysis

• Provide administrative and project management support to the DPM • Assist with data protection training program • Monitor the industry landscape to keep visibility on trends and best practices related

to Data Protection An ideal person for this role has:

• a desire to learn, be part of a close-knit team and want to build a career in Data Protection. They will have a good understanding of systems administration. Previous Data Protection experience and in turn the use of OneTrust is desirable but not essential for the right candidate.

• Data protection or privacy education is an advantage, including privacy certification as CIPP/E.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word), and online research tools

• Ability in production of MI and reporting • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Strong attention to detail and quality assurance of monitoring and reports

• Confidentiality, integrity, and discretion in the handling of personal data

• Ability to plan and organise workload and manage own time effectively

• Strong analytical skills to research, analyse and collate information

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Classification: Confidential

• Demonstrates high level of ownership and accountability

• Creative thinking

• Ability to work as part of a team and independently

• Enjoys interacting with and partnering people in the business to further their learning and management of data protection, on a day to day basis

• Actively seek out opportunities to improve processes and raise the profile of data protection across Bunzl UK & Ireland

• A full driving licence as travel to numerous Bunzl sites will be essential

How will your career be developed:

Career progression at Bunzl is performance-based, with support provided along the way.

Development activities are available to all roles aim to enhance your current skills and

prepare you for senior roles, including:

• Access to Bunzl My Learning, an e-learning portal with tailored and general content

for all knowledge levels.

• For leadership roles, the Bunzl Management Passport - a three-module course to

develop your leadership skills.

• An opportunity to apply for the Bunzl Leadership Programme, a level three

management qualification.

• Role-specific training opportunities - Bunzl will support with funded qualifications

where these will underpin, develop, and enhance the role and the postholder’s

capabilities.

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Classification: Confidential

How will you be measured:

You will be measured on how you perform in four key areas: -

1. Displaying the BUKI Behaviours.

2. Performance against Team Objectives.

3. Performance against Personal Objectives.

4. Performance related to Bunzl’s competencies. These competencies are the same for colleagues across all our businesses. The competencies are detailed below.

COLLABORATE TO WIN

Promotes involvement through personal leadership style, champions others to do the same, strong involvement with other parties including suppliers. Proactively shares information and seeks out opportunities to help all stakeholders achieve their objectives. Encourages collaboration beyond that required to get the job done and involves stakeholders (beyond the obvious) to the developmental and motivational benefit of all.

FOCUS ON CUSTOMER

Drives business thinking by ensuring that understanding customer needs and responding accordingly is recognised as a strategic imperative. Successfully champions innovations in customer care across the business, which positively impacts on the customer’s experience. Develops strategic partnerships with customers that promote a collaborative experience and mutual benefit. Advances business thinking about customer service, championing excellent service, and motivating employees to understand service issues beyond their day-to-day work.

COMMUNICATE EFFECTIVELY

Actively engages with a wide range of stakeholders, understanding their needs and acting in the best interests of the business. Is highly articulate and inspirational through the clarity of communication. Actively promotes a business-wide culture of proactive, open, and appropriate communication by helping people understand the benefits it brings, and by putting in place the processes to support it. Builds extended networks of influence and delivers powerful messages in a way that motivates people in a varied business climate. Present written arguments in an informative, persuasive, and easily absorbed manner.

DEVELOPING SELF

Takes on additional tasks, projects, or opportunities to gain new experiences and perspectives. Seeks timely & regular feedback on own performance. Keeps up to date with personal development opportunities to improve skills and knowledge. Is a role model across the area. Practices positive performance and behaviours.

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Date of last change 20/03/2025

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Operational risk manager

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

34237

Published date:

21-03-2025

Internal Audit Manager

London, UK

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

34204

Published date:

20-03-2025

Summary

In addition to the above you are required to undertake other duties which may reasonably be required of this role. ExCeL London may update Job

Descriptions from time to time in order to reflect changes in business requirements. To understand more about our ways of working you can view

them here: http://bit.ly/excel-waysofworking or to apply please visit ‘working at ExCeL’ on our website at www.excel.london

Job Description

Internal Audit Manager

Reporting to: Head of Internal Audit

About ExCeL London

We are a world-class venue based in the heart of London’s Royal Docks, hosting over 400 events and welcoming 4

million visitors annually. We recognise the role that every member of our team plays in our success. We pride

ourselves on placing our people at the heart of our business, with a positive culture that inspires, develops, recognises

and rewards our team.

You can read more about working with us here: https://www.excel.london/working-at-excel

Purpose of the role

The Internal Audit Team’s role is to protect the people, assets and reputation of ExCeL London, whilst driving efficiency and sustainability through the provision of independent assurance over the control environment. The primary purpose of this role is to support the Head of Internal Audit in delivering the Internal Audit objectives through the delivery of the audit plan and supporting the businesses to identify, assess, mitigate and manage their risks.

The Internal Audit Manager will be responsible for leading and executing internal audit engagements to assess the

effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes. The role will ensure compliance with

statutory and regulatory requirements, company policies, and industry best practices while providing recommendations

for improvement. The Internal Audit Manager will work closely with senior management and stakeholders to enhance

operational efficiency and safeguard company assets.

The Internal Audit Manager will report directly to the Head of Internal Audit and work closely with the management team to identify and mitigate potential risks.

The role of the Internal Audit Manager has five key elements:

• Risk Assessment & Audit Planning – Identifying key risks, developing risk-based audit plans, and ensuring that audit priorities align with organizational objectives.

• Execution of Internal Audits – Leading and performing financial, operational, and compliance audits to assess internal controls and ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

• Reporting & Recommendations – Preparing detailed audit reports, communicating findings to senior management, and recommending improvements to mitigate risks and enhance processes.

• Compliance & Regulatory Adherence – Ensuring that company policies, procedures, and operations comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

• Stakeholder Collaboration & Team Leadership – Coordinating with external auditors, regulatory bodies, and internal teams.

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In addition to the above you are required to undertake other duties which may reasonably be required of this role. ExCeL London may update Job

Descriptions from time to time in order to reflect changes in business requirements. To understand more about our ways of working you can view

them here: http://bit.ly/excel-waysofworking or to apply please visit ‘working at ExCeL’ on our website at www.excel.london

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement risk-based audit plans to assess key business processes, financial controls, and compliance programs.

• Lead, plan, and execute internal audits, including financial, operational, and compliance audits.

• Perform the allocated audit assignments in line with the IA department manual and relevant professional (e.g. ADAA, IIA) standards.

• Identify and assess risks, control weaknesses, and inefficiencies within business operations.

• Provide recommendations to mitigate risks and improve internal controls.

• Prepare clear, concise, and well-documented audit reports and present findings to senior management.

• Monitor and follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations.

• Ensure audits are conducted in accordance with professional standards and regulatory requirements.

• Collaborate with external auditors and regulatory bodies as needed.

• Support management in developing policies and procedures that strengthen the control environment.

• Build appropriate relationships with ExCeL London management whilst maintaining IA independence.

• Identify opportunities to promote good practice across ExCeL London.

• Be an enthusiastic and active member of IA by contributing ideas and delivering actions to improve IA.

• Keep abreast of changes in laws, regulations, and industry best practices related to internal auditing.

• Work with Head of Internal Audit to continually develop and refresh audit knowledge in line with relevant CPD requirements.

• Collaborate with external auditors and Risk and Compliance team, as required.

Core Competencies

• Communication Skills – Able to clearly understand and express ideas, issues, opinions. Must have ability to prepare concise and informative written reports pitched at a senior level.

• Self Confidence – Has the confidence to observe and listen when appropriate rather than needing to dominate interactions. Reflects on what has happened in order to learn from it. Demonstrates an accurate self- assessment of strengths and weaknesses. Able to challenge irregularities without being confrontational.

• Negotiation Skills – Uses listening skills to effectively understand the needs of the other party, gathers information and views and enters into a dialogue designed to reach agreement on an equal level between the parties.

• Independent – Capable of working effectively and autonomously without close supervision. Willingness to get involved in all aspects of the role at both high and low level.

• Detail Orientation – Ensures high levels of accuracy and consistent quality. Able to operate systems and procedures to ensure accuracy and quality. Monitors quality and to support continuous improvement.

• Planning and organising – Demonstrates ability to effectively organise large volumes of work, resources and staff. Plans for contingencies, copes well under pressure. Very competent at multitasking and prioritising work.

• Customer Service Orientation – A desire to help and serve our internal colleagues to meet their needs.

Refer to IIA Internal Audit Competency Framework

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In addition to the above you are required to undertake other duties which may reasonably be required of this role. ExCeL London may update Job

Descriptions from time to time in order to reflect changes in business requirements. To understand more about our ways of working you can view

them here: http://bit.ly/excel-waysofworking or to apply please visit ‘working at ExCeL’ on our website at www.excel.london

Job Description

ATTITUDES & BEHAVIOUR REQUIRED AS AN EMPLOYEE OF EXCEL LONDON

• Positive Attitude

• Integrity, Honesty & Professionalism

• Continuous self-improvement

• Ability to take the initiative at work

• Respectful towards others; respectful of cultural differences

• Teamwork

• Personal Accountability

• Customer Service attitude

EDUCATIONAL / PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Professional qualification in accountancy and/or auditing.

• Minimum 7 years of experience in internal/external audit in a commercial or practice environment.

• Strong knowledge of risk management, internal control frameworks, and auditing standards.

• Experience in risk-based auditing across a range of processes using the latest audit methodologies and techniques.

• Experience with data analytics tools and audit software is a plus.

• Analytical thinker capable of managing complex detail without losing sight of the big picture.

• Business or audit knowledge of IT and systems.

• Experience in computer-based auditing tools and techniques is a plus

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly.

• Ability to manage multiple audit engagements simultaneously.

• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality

BENEFITS

This is a permanent role, offering a competitive starting salary, study support, discretionary bonus, private medical

along with an all-round comprehensive benefits package, along with 25 days annual leave excluding Bank Holidays.

To ensure we cultivate a truly great place to work we expect all our people to uphold the values we express as our

‘ways of working’, you can find more detail about these here: https://www.excel.london/working-at-excel

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Compliance Manager

London

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

34039

Published date:

18-03-2025

Summary

Compliance Manager, Quality Risk and Compliance

Job Information

This role is part of the Risk and Compliance team within the Quality, Risk & Assurance department. The Compliance Manager will support the Head of Risk Management to help manage compliance risks across the BBC Group. The role requires ownership of all deliverables and the quality and timeliness of compliance reports for the various governance committees.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Accountable for the performance and delivery of all compliance risk outputs and deliverables including compliance reports.
Identifying potential areas of compliance vulnerability; conducting routine and risk based second line compliance monitoring and assurance activity; assisting in and overseeing the implementation of remediation plans as necessary.
Drafting concise, accurate Executive-level summaries and detailed reports of assurance activities, that provide leadership with a clear and coherent understanding of compliance issues, findings, and outcomes.
Write reports suitable for Board-level executives, using key leading and lagging metrics from across the organisation to provide insight and analysis of compliance performance.
Partnering with BBC employees (including Senior Leaders) to maintain and further develop throughout the organisation a strong culture of compliance and ethics including personal accountability, at all levels in the organisation.
Staying up to date with relevant laws and regulations, horizon scanning, and maintaining awareness of compliance developments within or outside of the organisation; including industry relevant regulation, global approaches, and emerging trends.
Maintain knowledge of BBC strategy, organisational development, and compliance risks to help inform QRA activities.
Have strong external insights to bring into the BBC.
Pro-actively work with the business divisions to identify areas for focus and contributes to the overall improvement in compliance risk management across the BBC.
Actively contribute to the continuous improvement of the team.
The role is specialist in nature and additionally is expected to contribute the medium and longer term objectives of the team.

Are you the right candidate?

The successful candidate will have a relevant degree, legal or audit qualification or equivalent compliance certification.
A proven compliance professional with 10 years+ experience with in-house experience
Has a strong understanding of and experience in operating an effective corporate compliance risk management programme and best compliance practices, understand the external legal and regulatory environment and apply it in a tailored manner to the BBC.
Experience conducting second line monitoring and assurance of compliance risk (essential) and be able to prepare Board level, Executive level reports.
Highly experienced in supporting teams on a variety of initiatives, in a busy environment. Very strong work ethic. A team player, with a positive self-starter attitude.

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Group Internal Auditor

Dublin

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

34171

Published date:

18-03-2025

Summary

Senior Internal Auditor - Risk/Controls
Hybrid Working / Dublin
Global Leader in their field
€70,000 + excellent bonus potential + benefits

You must hold a full EU driver's license and EU passport to be considered for this role.

We are pleased to be supporting a world-renowned organisation in appointing a Senior Internal Auditor. This is a newly created role within a dynamic and forward-thinking internal audit function, offering a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a global business committed to sustainability and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and execute a variety of audit and advisory projects, including financial, compliance, and technology-related audits, delivering actionable insights to senior management
Collaborate with senior stakeholders across the business to strengthen the risk and control environment, positioning Internal Audit as a trusted and value-added function
Provide direct assistance to external auditors, ensuring seamless alignment with the organisation’s audit strategy
Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency, supporting the business in its continuous improvement journey
Act as a mentor to junior team members, helping to develop their technical expertise and business acumen

Key Skills & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, MIS, or a related discipline
4-5 years of experience in a Top 10 Accounting/Consulting Firm (Audit or Advisory for public companies) or in a large public company’s Internal Audit function
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in large, cross-functional teams and manage complex business challenges
Fluency in English (both verbal and written), with excellent presentation and negotiation skills
Willingness to travel globally up to 30%

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated Internal Audit professional to step into a globally focused, high-impact role where they can add real value to a business leading the way in sustainability and innovation.

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Senior Internal Auditor

Amsterdam

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

33576

Published date:

18-03-2025

Summary

About CRH

We are CRH, and we are committed to contributing to a more resilient and sustainable built environment. We understand the wider impact our businesses can make in supporting human activity. We continue to do this through the delivery of unique, superior building materials and products for use in road and critical utility infrastructure, commercial building projects and outdoor living solutions.

CRH is the leading provider of building materials solutions that build, connect and improve our world. Employing c.75,800 people at c.3,160 locations in 29 countries, CRH has market leadership positions in both North America and in Europe.

Without you noticing our products, we are everywhere you live, work, and relax.

Our project portfolio includes some of the most sustainable and cutting-edge building projects around the world. Think of the asphalt on the Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit, the Paris Metro Rail project, but also the Louis Vuitton Museum in Paris, parts of the Burj Khalifa, and the Kennedy Space Centre.

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Position Overview

CRH Group Internal Audit is currently recruiting for the position of Senior Internal Auditor. The ideal applicant will work as part of a team responsible for achieving better efficiencies, optimizing our performance and growth through improving the operational and financial risk management of CRH. The successful candidate will build relationships with the various companies and cultures across CRH worldwide. To be effective, the candidate must be capable of thinking through and improving complex business processes, both financial and operational.

The auditor role provides an excellent opportunity for learning about business and for career development both within the IA team and also within the CRH group.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Individually or working as part of a team, plan and carry out multi scope reviews of operational and financial controls

• Devise practical solutions, offer advice and guidance and co-ordinate the reporting of issues that arise during audits/reviews to promote improvements to risk management and internal processes

• Use audit software to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of audits • Carry out special project work as required • Liaise and build relationships with senior group and operating company management on issues and

solutions

Individual Competencies

You are able to:

• Drive Results - Consistently achieving objectives, even under tough circumstances, pushing self and others to accomplish goals

• Have Courage - Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.

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• Be Resilient - Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations. • Collaborate - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objective

Key Functional Competencies

You possess the following:

• Excellent financial and analytical skills • Professionalism, mobility, initiative, commitment and objectivity • Highly motivated and able to work proactively in a changing environment • Fluent English both verbal and written. Another European language desirable • Willingness to travel to our companies

Experience / Education

You are/have:

• Qualified Accountant or equivalent experience • 3-5 years’ experience in a large accounting firm or similar accounting/business experience • Experience in SOX, corporate governance, internal controls evaluation, compliance and substantive

testing • Full clean driving license is essential

What CRH Offers You

• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion • Highly competitive salary package • Secondary benefits including medical benefits and tax saver schemes • Group retirement savings program • Health and wellness programs, including an on-site gym and fitness classes • Excellent opportunities to develop and progress with a global organization

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IT Audit Mananger

London, UK

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

34138

Published date:

17-03-2025

Summary

IT Audit Manager

About the company

S4Capital is a new age/new era digital advertising and marketing services company, listed on the London Stock Exchange. Founded in 2018, S4Capital has combined with more than 25 companies across the content, data & digital media and technology services sectors. In 2024, S4Capital further simplified its structure around two practices, Marketing services and Technology services, with a new brand name, Monks. The company is headquartered in London and is active in 32 countries with over 7,000 employees.

In 2022 S4Capital’s Internal Audit function was created using an outsource model in partnership with Deloitte. With the recent appointment of a Head of Internal Audit we are now looking to bring the function in house and create a best-in-class internal audit team to help drive business value through the next stage of our growth. This IT Audit Manager position will be one of the first roles to be recruited and the successful candidate will be actively involved in shaping the new function. This is an incredibly exciting opportunity to join a business of scale which is continuing to disrupt the advertising and marketing world and has a mission to ‘seize the decade’.

As a collaborative people-based business we would like the team to be in the office 2-3 days per week. Some international travel will be needed, approximately 20%.

About the job

The key responsibilities of the IT Audit Manager include:

In conjunction with the Head of Internal Audit, designing and implementing an internal audit methodology aligned to Institute of Internal Audit (IIA) Standards.
Contributing to the development of the annual internal audit plan.
Managing the delivery of assigned audits to time, cost and quality. Taking ownership of audit delivery from planning through fieldwork to reporting and obtaining buy-in from key stakeholders.
Reviewing the completion and quality of audit work performed by other team members to ensure that that controls have been appropriately tested and conclusions reached are supported.
Using your expertise to draft high quality audit reports that clearly articulate the issues identified and their impact on the business, along with SMART actions to address them.
Working with action owners and other relevant stakeholders to track the completion of all agreed actions, escalating any overdue actions as appropriate.
Taking an active role in the recruitment and onboarding of new team members as the function takes shape.
Once recruited, managing 1-2 direct reports in a small matrixed team. Developing talent, motivating, leading, and supporting team members to ensure skills, knowledge and professional experience are effectively shared and utilised.
Building and maintaining an effective stakeholder network across the organisation.
Contributing to a collaborative and professional work environment that encourages learning, innovation, and career development.
Fostering awareness of risk and control across S4Capital – encouraging a business culture that seeks continuous improvement in the management of risks and effectiveness of controls.
Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of IT audit best practice and regulatory requirements.
Ad hoc projects as and when required.

About the ideal candidate

An agile and robust mindset, able to work effectively in a world with rapidly changing priorities and deadlines. Experience in a fast growth (organic and M&A) organisation would be very beneficial.
Possess a professional qualification - IT Audit (CISA) or IT Security (CISM, CISSP) qualifications.
Technical expertise and knowledge of professional internal audit practices, governance, risk management and internal controls, with a strong track record of relevant audit experience.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a demonstrable ability to summarise and explain technical issues and solutions for a non-technical audience.
Experience of direct line management with a successful track record of motivating, leading, coaching, developing and performance-managing individuals or small teams.
Has advanced understanding of IT general controls (e.g. security, change management, disaster recovery, backup, data centre, infrastructure, etc.), including proper design and implementation.
Possess strong core IT audit skills and understand up-to-date IT auditing methodologies and concepts.
Ability to build up an understanding of the Group’s IT at pace as a basis for supporting an effective IT risk management process.
Familiarity with AI tools and frameworks to govern their usage would be desirable.

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Global IT Audit Manager

London, UK

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

32445

Published date:

17-03-2025

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