Senior Internal Audit Manager - Banking

Sterling Williams are working alongside a West End Based International Bank who are looking to hire a Senior Audit Manager to support the Head of IA.

West End Based - 4 days per week in the office, 1 day from home.

Salary circa £90 - 105,000 pa plus benefits.

The Senior Audit Manager will play a critical role in delivering professional, independent, risk-based audits throughout the Bank. This individual will be expected to lead audits end-to-end with minimal oversight, providing assurance on the adequacy of control environment and processes across key areas. The role requires a proactive approach in understanding and evaluating the risk profile of auditable entities, identifying control deficiencies, communicating findings effectively, and ensuring timely resolution in collaboration with management and the Audit Committee.

Responsibilities will include:

Audit Planning and Execution:

• Develop and execute the Annual Audit Plan in collaboration with the Head of Internal Audit, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and the Bank's risk profile.
• Lead risk-based audits across the bank, including areas such as financial and regulatory reporting, treasury, credit, regulatory compliance and financial crime, ensuring scope adequacy and comprehensive risk coverage.

Independent and Professional Delivery:

• Work independently to execute audit methodologies, engage with stakeholders, agree on findings, and deliver quality audit reports and workpapers with minimal oversight.
• Maintain objectivity and impartiality in all aspects of audit delivery, adhering to the Internal Audit Charter and Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors' Code of Ethics.

Control Evaluation and Risk Mitigation:

• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, identify gaps, and assess compliance with UK regulatory standards and the Bank’s policies.
• Integrate IT and operational risks into audit scopes where applicable, providing value-added recommendations to address deficiencies.

The successful candidate will likely have:

• In-depth knowledge and understanding of credit and treasury management, and regulatory requirements, including ILAAP and ICAAP.
• Understanding and experience of technology audits is advantageous.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, ACA, ACCA, or CISA required.
• Minimum 6-8 years of audit experience within the financial services industry, with a strong understanding of UK regulatory expectations (PRA/FCA).
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and challenge senior executives.
• Demonstrated experience in leading audits independently, producing high-quality reports, and resolving complex issues.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing competing priorities.