Internal Audit Manager, EMEA London, England

Link Group

Full Time London, England 46875 - 54183 GBP ANNUAL Today

Job description

Overview

Link Group is a fast growing, dynamic business with market leading positions across our areas of expertise – Funds, Market Services, Banking and Credit Management and Retirement & Superannuation Services. With offices across the UK and Europe we are part of Link Group who are headquartered in Australia. A truly global organisation, Link Group provides us with a strong platform to realise our growth ambitions and continue to build on our success.

You can play a key part in this – at Link Group we recognise the importance of supporting and developing our people, so we listen to colleagues, train our teams, and invest in great working environments. Add to that a culture that champions respect and integrity, a diverse and inclusive colleague base, and a commitment to positively influence the communities we work with, and you’ll get a flavour of life at Link.

Link Group Internal Audit (IA) has a presence in Australia, UK, Ireland, and Mumbai as part of a global operating model across the Group

The Internal Audit Manager will be a part of the global Internal Audit team and will primarily focus on Link Fund Solutions utilising the resources and teams of the global team in delivering this assurance and providing oversight. Key stakeholders include local management, senior management at local and group level, executives and members of the Board and Risk Committee.

A key requirement for this role is the delivery of audits under the supervision of the Head of Internal Audit / Senior Internal Audit Manager. These maybe Group level audits where reviews are conducted across multiple jurisdictions whilst following the Link Internal Audit methodology as outlined in the Internal Audit Manual.

Reporting to the Group, business unit, and legal entity Risk Committees on the adequacy and effectiveness of internal processes, systems and controls. This includes risk management, control and governance systems and processes and adherence to, and application of, appropriate internal systems and controls, procedures and policies.

The business may require the job holder to travel to other locations to deliver activities outside of their normal place of work.

Key Accountabilities and main responsibilities

Strategic Focus

Support the Internal Audit Team to contribute to the development of an annual IA plan that covers the whole group.

Operational Management

Follow the IA methodology and from time to time contribute to the maintenance and improvement of the framework and methodology.
Complete or contribute to IA fieldwork and reporting as required (noting some reviews may be stand alone and some reviews may be global or cover multiple jurisdictions).
Provide constructive recommendations focused on internal control as well as value add recommendations to help the business achieve its objectives.
Prepare clear, concise, and timely audit reports in conjunction with other team members
In conjunction with the Head of Internal Audit, initiate new audits by engaging management, drafting audit Terms of Reference (Scope), and seeking executive/management approval to commence each review.
Assist in coordinating and executing the Internal Audit follow up of overdue actions.
Assist the Head of Internal Audit with the preparation of audit reporting for risk committees, the executive, and the Audit Committee.

People Leadership

Build the profile of the team in the organisation and develop strong relationships with key stakeholders (particularly local stakeholders).
Support the oversight of co-source IA activity as required.
Maintain effective relationships with management including agreement of audit terms of reference, clearance of audit reports (including appropriate management actions) and offering management on-going support and guidance where appropriate.

Governance & Risk

Work with the Audit Teams in other locations to support Internal Audit’s goals of global coverage and independence.

The above list of key accountabilities is not an exhaustive list and may change from time-to-time based on business needs.

Experience & Personal Attributes

5-10 years of relevant experience in Internal Audit or a related discipline within a professional services firm or a financial services industry.
Experience working for a multinational would be desirable but is not essential.
Experience with fund management/administration is essential.
Experience of data analytics would be desirable but is not essential.
Ability to review and develop strong understanding of complex processes as well as develop recommendation to improve the controls over such processes.
Strong stakeholder management experience and ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels.
Understanding of internal controls and a desire to deliver quality audit outcomes
Ability to work independently as well as ability to work with other team members in other locations as required
Ability to lead end to end audit processes including planning, execution, follow up of outstanding audit items and reporting to management and the Board.
Prepared to undertake a level of domestic travel (Likely less than 20 days per year)
Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline as well as CA/CPA/CIA (or working towards) would be highly regarded.
Good communication, report writing and analysis skills
Ability to build effective relationships, strong collaboration and influencing skills
Effective time management, planning and organisational skills
Problem solving skills - thinks through actions and considers impacts on costs and benefits before making a decision
Resilient and act with personal integrity
Able to balance personal delivery with operational team objectives and activities.
Team Working - Co-operating with and respecting colleagues to exceed the sum of individual performance
Customer Service - Creating the best possible experience for Business Partners and their customers
Communication - The ability to listen, express and articulate information effectively.
Performance Management - Delivery of business objectives through effective setting of personal and team goals
Results focused - Getting the job done in an efficient way through effective time, task and financial management
Innovation and Continuous Improvement - Constantly seeking to improve the way business is done through analysis, creativity, problem solving and change initiatives.

Link Group is a leading fund administration and share registry specialist. We are a market leading provider of technology-enabled administration solutions, continually developing our offerings to expand with our clients' needs. Since our inception, Link Group has been entrusted by clients to handle sensitive data in a secure and confidential manner. Our core businesses of fund administration and securities registration are complemented by our expertise in digital solutions and data analytics.

We are a leading independent Authorised Fund Manager and provider of fund administration and transfer agency services.

We leverage our specialist knowledge and technology to support traditional and alternative funds in UK, Ireland, Luxembourg and Australia. With a focus on strong governance, regulatory expertise and risk management, our business helps to manage regulatory compliance for asset managers and investors.

Our unique place in the market, combined with our partnership approach, depth of experience and well-invested systems, enables us to support investment managers through the challenges of changing market and investor needs, and, as a result, help them to enhance returns, minimise costs and mitigate their risks.

Link Group is building a dynamic, client focused, caring and inclusive culture that is built on the foundations of an entrepreneurial spirit, effective risk management, empathy and trust, and underpinned by its core values.

We are an inclusive employer whose people work collaboratively. We encourage, support and value the various talents and perspectives of our people and promote a flexible and blended work environment where our people can thrive and their wellbeing is supported. We know that diversity drives better client outcomes, continuous improvement, and growth. Be part of the Link Group journey and together we will achieve our full potential.

We treat all individuals fairly and equitably and do not discriminate on the basis of diverse characteristics including, but not limited to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, cultural background, physical abilities/disabilities, religious or political belief, marital or family status or carers responsibilities.

Candidates must have the relevant work rights to be considered for an opportunity at Link Group. Successful applicants will be required to complete background screening prior to commencement of employment.

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