Assurance Manager

Nigel Wright Group

Posted 9 days ago, valid for 4 days

Bishop Auckland, Durham DL133QF, England

Full Time

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This newly created role focuses on building and maintaining a robust internal controls framework.
The successful candidate will need to have at least 5 years of experience in internal audit, assurance, risk, or compliance, preferably in a regulated environment.
The position offers a salary of £60,000 per year, along with benefits such as 28 days holiday plus bank holidays and a defined benefit pension.
Key responsibilities include developing the internal controls framework, monitoring and testing controls, and leading annual reporting efforts.
The role also involves team leadership, stakeholder engagement, and a continuous improvement approach to ensure the effectiveness of controls.

The RoleThis is a newly created role, focused on building and maintaining a robust internal controls framework. The successful candidate will lead the development and continuous improvement of controls, ensuring compliance with legislation and operational effectiveness.Key Responsibilities

Framework Development: Continue building and refining the internal controls framework, identifying gaps and implementing improvements.
Monitoring & Testing: Regularly test and document controls, ensuring they are effective and compliant.
Project Involvement: Support projects driven by new legislation, ensuring controls are adapted accordingly.
Annual Reporting: Lead the production of the externally verified internal controls report.
Team Leadership: Recruit and manage two team members (Senior Advisor and Advisor), fostering progression and development.
Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal audit, internal operations functions, and external service auditors.
Continuous Improvement: Maintain a cycle of review and enhancement of controls to ensure ongoing relevance and effectiveness.

Your Background`

Internal audit (preferably operational audit rather than financial audits)
Assurance, risk or compliance experience
Experience of working within a regulated environment would be beneficial - financial services, utilities, etc
Strong understanding of internal controls and how to apply them across complex systems
Ability to interpret legislation and identify reportable breaches
Customer-focused mindset with a drive to make a tangible impact
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, change-driven environment
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Benefits

28 days holiday + bank holidays
Hybrid working - 1 day per week in the office
Defined Benefit pension
Electric car scheme
Opportunity to purchase extra holidays

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