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Internal Audit Director - Insurance
Top 20 Firm
London
Competitive £six-figure package
Astrum Search is working with a growing Top 20 practice firm to recruit a Director for their Internal Audit service line. Based in London, this is a fantastic opportunity to help further grow the team and progress your own career.
Reporting directly to the Partner, this is a newly created role due to growth and an increase in demand for my clients services. You'll manage a portfolio of existing clients, but be expected to use your expertise to drive further sales and increase the client footprint of the team.
It is essential that the right candidate has expertise and knowledge within the insurance sector from Lloyds syndicates, brokerage or intermediaries, and a strong desire to develop current accounts and new clients.
The ideal candidate will have prior professional services experience, either current or historical, and be comfortable managing the delivery of a portfolio of work as well as attending pitches, writing proposals and securing new business.
Profile of the candidate:
- ACA/ACCA/IIA qualified (highly desirable/not essential).
- Strong technical internal audit experience
- Insurance experience (brokerage, intermediaries, or Lloyd's syndicates).
- Strong business development experience
If this sounds like an exciting challenge and you have the required insurance sector experience, please apply for more detail.
This is a London based role with a 3 x per week hybrid working policy.
Astrum Search is working alongside a leading international retailer to recruit an Internal Audit & Risk Manager. This is a 12-month FTC role starting ASAP.
Reporting to the Director of Audit & Risk, the role offers the opportunity to lead and deliver a portfolio of internal audit, risk management, and business continuity projects in a forward-thinking, evolving business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Delivering internal audit and advisory assignments across the business
- Supporting the maturity of risk management and business continuity frameworks
- Partnering with stakeholders and risk champions to conduct risk reviews and track actions
- Contributing to the development of audit and risk planning, methodology and reporting
- Identifying opportunities to use data, automation, and technology in assurance activities
- Preparing clear, concise reports for senior leadership and committees
- Championing good governance, internal controls, and risk awareness
Skills & Experience:
- A relevant qualification (e.g., CCAB, IRM) or equivalent experience in audit, risk, controls assurance or related areas
- Strong technical background across financial, operational, compliance or ESG controls
- Experience working in complex or fast-moving environments
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Commercially aware, pragmatic, and solutions-oriented
- Comfortable working independently and flexibly across a varied portfolio
This is a great opportunity to join a fast-paced retail business that is going through a period of change. The audit and risk team have huge amounts of visibility and there’s significant opportunity to make a real impact in the business.
The role is London based 2 x per week with limited travel.
Astrum Search is partnering with a leading FTSE-listed organisation with operations across Europe, the UK, the US and beyond, to recruit an Internal Auditor to join their global team. This is a newly created role as part of growth in the internal audit team, and can be based in either London or Nottingham.
As part of a highly skilled Internal Audit function, you’ll gain exposure to all areas of the business and work closely with senior stakeholders across multiple international markets. This role offers a unique opportunity to make an impact, challenge the status quo, and develop a career path that could lead into future leadership positions.
Key Responsibilities:
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Deliver audits across operating units, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, data privacy, and strategic projects
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Provide independent assurance on controls and risk management across the Group
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Partner with senior leaders to design practical solutions and process improvements
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Build strong cross-functional relationships across Finance, Compliance, Fraud, and Security
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Gain unparalleled exposure to a large, complex, multinational business
What we’re looking for:
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Minimum 3 years’ internal audit experience
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Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, IIA) or commitment to study
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Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
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Experience in a large, complex organisation
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Proactive, collaborative mindset with the ability to influence and add value
This is a great opportunity to join a leading PLC and a growing internal audit team. The role is challenging, but rewarding, and there is significant opportunity to progress your career in the team and wider business.
Travel is expected to be no more than 20% predominantly in Europe.
Tesco
Internal Audit Manager
Location - Shire Park, Kestral Way, Welwyn Garden City
About the role
This is a fantastic opportunity to join our Group Audit team! We are a global team and have the opportunity to work in different functions across the entire Tesco Group. We also get to collaborate with a wide variety of people across all levels within the business and share our findings with the Executives. We love to be innovative in the work that we do in order to streamline and simplify the way we work.
You will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of a number of audits that contribute to our global audit programme, delivering independent assurance and insight to the business and acting as a motivator for change.
You will be responsible for
- Owning a portfolio of audits each year, from detailed planning of the audit purpose/objectives - this may include performing ad hoc “in-flight” audits and programme assurance engagements of ongoing change initiative projects
- Responsibility for writing Audit Reports and key audit deliverables, providing accurate and timely information to key stakeholders such as the Executive and Audit Committee and Board reporting
- Embedding new technology approaches including the use of Automation, Continuous Improvement and Data Analytics to providing greater assurance and insights
- Managing change projects and applying design thinking to identify ways to improve the Group Risk and Audit function and contribute to/ help to deliver other improvements projects
- Driving own audit training including self-learning about the business and the industry and following our Business Code of Conduct and always acting with integrity and due diligence
You will need
- Accountancy qualification and/or IIA qualification
- Experience within internal audit is crucial
- Project management and change management experience
- Problem solving ability to identify pragmatic solutions
cAbout us
You might know us as a supermarket, technology company or even for our award-winning mobile network. Truth is, we’re all of those things, and much more. Our colleagues work with one goal in mind, helping to make every day a little better for our customers, colleagues and communities all over the world. No two customers are the same, neither are our colleagues.
At Tesco, we champion a balance that lets you thrive both in and out of work. Spend 60% of your week collaborating with colleagues at our office locations or local sites and the rest remotely. Whether you're just kicking off your career, juggling passions, or navigating big life events, we're here to support you. We always welcome a conversation about flexible working, so talk to us throughout your application about how we can support.
We're proud to be an accredited Disability Confident Leader, where everyone’s welcome. That’s why we commit to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you need support with your application, click here for more information. And if you're interested in joining our team but don't tick every box, don't let that hold you back from applying.
What’s in it for you
We’re all about the little helps. That’s why we make sure our Tesco colleague benefits package takes care of you – both in and out of work. Click Here to find out more!
- Annual bonus scheme of up to 20% of base salary
- Holiday starting at 25 days plus a personal day (plus Bank holidays)
- Private medical insurance
- 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave (after 1 years’ service) at full pay, followed by 13 weeks of Statutory Maternity Pay or Statutory Adoption Pay, we also offer 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave
- Free 24/7 virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family, free access to a range of experts to support your mental wellbeing
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Internal Auditor (York House, Seymour Street, London W1H 7JT) |
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Bunzl plc is seeking an Internal Auditor (French and English speaker). The role will be part of the Global Internal Audit team, which is responsible for providing assurance over the financial & operational control environment of the Bunzl Group to the Audit Committee. The appointee will have the opportunity of joining a FTSE50 international group of companies, with the remit of managing a variety of audits, with substantial responsibility and challenges. Based in London, the role will require international travel (about 40% of the time). |
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Bunzl plc is a focused and successful international distribution group providing customised solutions to B2B customers. We support businesses all over the world with a variety of products that are essential for customers in the successful operation of their businesses. Bunzl plc was incorporated in 1940 and listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1957, but its origins date back to 1854 when Moritz Bunzl opened a small haberdashery business in Bratislava, now the capital of Slovakia. Today Bunzl is active in 31 countries and organised into four business areas: North America, Continental Europe, UK & Ireland and Rest of the World. The organisation allows the management in each geographical area to have a strong focus on driving organic growth, integrating acquisitions and evaluating acquisition opportunities. The business areas are constantly sharing ideas and practices amongst themselves as they source from a broad group of international suppliers and sell to a diverse base of international customers. |
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IRC2296350 - Lead Internal Auditor – Internal and External
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About NR
About Network Rail…
Join Our Team at Network Rail!
Are you ready to make a difference in people's lives? At Network Rail, we connect passengers and freight customers, ensuring safe and efficient transportation across the country.
We're dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the passengers we serve. To achieve this, we're committed to becoming an open, diverse, and inclusive workplace, leveraging the skills and expertise of our talented workforce. Together, we strive to create a safe and accessible railway for everyone.
Investing in our people is key to enhancing the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our railway system. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, then this opportunity is for you!
Vacancy Details
Duration: Permanent
Location: This role is based in London Waterloo <Does this have to be just Waterloo or would you like to include other locations, e.g. MK and Manchester?
Band & Salary: Band 3C £55,596 - £62,546
Closing date: 5 th December. On occasions, we may need to close the advert early based upon application volumes. Late applications may not be accepted.
Next Steps: Interviews will be held W/C 9 th December, depending on business requirements.
(Brief Description)
Who are we looking for?
Network Rail is seeking an experienced and dynamic Lead Internal Auditor to join their team at the London Waterloo offices. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise in identifying significant risks to business objectives while coaching, training, and guiding team members to excel. You’ll have the opportunity to work closely with senior executives, delivering actionable recommendations to enhance the quality of their control environments. This is more than a role—it’s a chance to be part of a vibrant, diverse team within a great company that values professional growth and collaboration. Ready to make an impact? Apply now!
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About the role (Internal / External)
About the team..
Network Rail Internal Audit team is a diverse team with people who have experience of having worked in Network Rail, FTSE 100 companies, Big 4, and the energy sector. We have variety of experience with qualified accountants, engineers, HSE specialists and auditors in the team.
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Our audits cover all parts of the Network focusing on key health & safety, operational risks and processes, capital programmes, IT, Finance etc.
In the context of Network Rail’s vision, “Putting Passengers First”, Internal Audit’s purpose is to help the Board and Executive Committee to protect the assets, reputation, and value of Network Rail by challenging the design, operation and effectiveness o f the framework of controls which enable risk to be assessed and managed. All of this contributes to improving services for our customers.
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What does the average day look like?
As a Lead Internal Auditor, you will play a key role in guiding and empowering the Audit Team to deliver exceptional results. Under the direction of the Audit Manager, you’ll execute the audit program with precision, ensuring each audit aligns with the agreed Terms of Reference (ToR) in scope and timing. From drafting ToRs, audit programs, and reports to reviewing and validating the team’s work, you’ll ensure every detail is thoroughly addressed. Additionally, you’ll provide valuable coaching and training to team members while fostering positive and collaborative relationships with Auditees. This is your chance to lead with purpose and make a real impact!
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Essential Criteria
• Professional qualification – qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) or IIA or Operational experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – written and verbal, including report writing
• Ability to be a team player and to take the lead when appropriate
• Good problem solving, decision making and analytical skills
• Flexibility of approach, style and attitude.
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Desirable Criteria
• Experience within at least two different disciplines within Network Rail
• Risk management experience
• Controls and assurance experience
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Additional Information…
[Internal Only] Contact: If you have any questions or reasonable adjustments, please contact christian.nicholson@networkrail.co.uk
We're an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone!
We're also a Disability Confident Leader employer and we'll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.
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Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our Safety Vision
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Some of our great benefits:
Flexible/hybrid working arrangements considered.
Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.
Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass.
Defined benefit pension scheme
75% subsidy on train tickets.
Interest-free travel loan for train and car park season tickets.
Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.
Plus more….
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POSITION SPECIFICATION
ROLE : Group Internal Auditor – Spanish / Portuguese speaker
LOCATION : Spain (Madrid or Barcelona) or Portugal (Lisbon or Porto)
OBJECTIVES
• Plans, executes and reports on audits / reviews assigned by the Group Head of Internal Audit & Compliance.
• Interprets policy and procedures and applies professional accounting, IT and auditing principles and standards to test and evaluate financial, IT, operational and risk management controls.
• Develops recommendations which have been agreed with management ensuring that the recommendations are realistic and achievable and cost effective and add value to the business.
• Build positive working relationships with Head Office and Divisional management teams to ensure mutual understanding of the role of internal audit and work with them on business process and internal control improvements.
• Communicate with key external parties such as auditors and relevant agencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned including ad hoc projects and special investigations as deemed appropriate by the Audit & Compliance Committee.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
QUALIFICATIONS
• The candidate will be a qualified ACCA or local equivalent.
• Ideally Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Information System Auditor (CISA) or willing to take those exams.
EXPERIENCE
• An experienced External & / or Internal Audit professional in an international, ideally manufacturing group.
• Has operated in a Big 4 and a plc environment for a number of years.
• Has the ability to strike an appropriate balance between independence and common sense.
• Risk based approach.
• Familiarity with computer aided audit techniques.
• Familiarity with IT General Controls auditing.
PERSONAL QUALITIES
• Native Spanish speaker / English bilingual. Any other languages (Portuguese or French preferably) is a plus.
• Highly motivated with the ability to work on his / her own initiative.
• High level of personal and professional integrity.
• Able to influence and engage people at all levels across the Group.
• Credible, flexible, personable and team oriented.
• Strong problem solving abilities.
• Sound business judgement and an ability to be decisive.
• Clarity of thought with the ability to analyst complex business situations.
• Good negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
• Able to work to deadlines.
REPORTS TO : Group Internal Audit Manager
SCREENING PROCESS
1. Phone interview with Group Head of Internal Audit & Compliance
2. Phone interview with Group Internal Audit Manager
3. Meeting with Group Head of Internal Audit & Compliance + case study
TRAVEL : Regular travel (about 30 weeks travel per year) will be required to the Group’s overseas subsidiaries
(+225 manufacturing locations worldwide)
TIMESCALE : First round interviews in August 2025
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Internal Audit Senior |
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United Kingdom, Ireland and Spain |
Companies |
PHS Group and Bidvest Noonan |
Office Location |
London, United Kingdom |
Reporting Lines |
Reports to the Head of Internal Audit (HIA) of The Bidvest Services UK Ltd (“Bidvest”) based in London |
Description |
To support establishment of an Internal Audit function within the UK covering both PHS Group and Bidvest Noonan across the UK, Spain and Ireland. The Internal Audit function is responsible for the assessment of the systems of processes and controls in place within each business coupled with the identification of weaknesses and/or shortcomings in the control environments that impact the financial, operational, compliance, risk and regulatory issues faced by the businesses.
Within the above ambit, responsibilities will include:
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Qualification |
Chartered Accountant (assuming min 3 years’ experience as part of articles) |
Required Skills |
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Background Information
This is a new position in a new function. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the set up an Internal Audit function for Bidvest’s two major European businesses (phs Group and Bidvest Noonan).
Bidvest Group have an established Internal Audit function led by the Chief Audit Executive, Lauren Berrington based in Johannesburg, RSA. The Group function has established operating processes and protocols and provides both guidance and support but the UK&I team has a full autonomy to create its own processes, procedure and governance. The individual will need to have the skills, eagerness and willingness to support the creation of the UK&I function “from scratch”, including building relationships with key individuals, designing audit and then delivering the audits as per the plan. The individual has to be agile in their approach, and have excellent organizational skills and attention to details.
The successful candidate will have knowledge and courage to perform audits in a business environment where there are no detailed step by step policies and procedures; will take a personal responsibility for audit testing and delivery of the projects they were assigned on a timely basis and of high quality. They will be technically strong - a hands-on practitioner who is able to get into the detail and get things done. They will have a strong interest in in automation, digitization and innovation of audit activity.
It is Bidvest’s intention to expand its operation in Europe and it is hoped that the successful candidate will grow with the business and take on additional responsibilities as the Group expands. Career progression opportunities vary here from in the internal audit team, the finance or operations teams; options cover the whole business across the UK&I and the globe.
The role is based in London and the anticipated package is as follows:
- Base salary up to £55k
- Statutory Pension(5%ee; 8% ee’r)
- Private Medical
- Car or Car Allowance: £5,850 in cash
- Annual bonus of up to 8.3% performance based
- Given the nature of the position, there is no bonus opportunity.
Bidvest Services UK&I – January 2023