Senior Internal Auditor

Description:

The Panel is working exclusively with an international asset manager to source a Senior Internal Audit Manager to join their Internal Audit function in Dublin. This role is responsible for supporting the planning and delivery of internal audit engagements across the Group, ensuring audits are completed in line with the Internal Audit Methodology and deliver meaningful insights that strengthen the control environment. Please note the candidate must be working in internal audit with 3- 5 years experience in IA.

The successful candidate will play a key role in risk assessment, audit execution, and stakeholder engagement, while contributing to the continuous improvement of the Internal Audit function through operational efficiencies, automation, and the use of data-driven insights.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and delivery of the annual internal audit plan and ongoing risk assessments.
• Plan and execute end-to-end audit engagements, identifying risks, evaluating controls, and delivering clear, value-adding audit reports.
• Monitor and follow up on audit findings and action plans to ensure timely remediation.
• Build strong relationships with business partners and senior stakeholders to understand emerging risks and business changes.
• Represent Internal Audit in governance forums and contribute to reporting for relevant audit committees.
• Lead or support process improvement initiatives, including the use of automation and data analytics to enhance audit efficiency.
• Coordinate with external or co-sourced audit providers where required.

Experience & Skills

• Professionally qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA/ACCA) or equivalent.
• 5+ years’ audit experience within an internal audit department. This is a pre requisite.
• Experience working with Asset Managers, Banks, Custodians, or Private Equity firms.
• Strong analytical, risk assessment, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and report writing abilities.
• Ability to identify process improvements and implement enhancements within the audit function.