Senior Internal Auditor

Key Responsibilities

• Audit Planning & Methodology: Develop structured internal audit plans and methodologies for UK aligned with global strategies and FCA regulatory standards, covering governance, risk assessment, audit execution, and clear definition of audit team roles and responsibilities. Coordinate seamlessly with internal stakeholders and external auditors to ensure effective annual planning and execution.
• Risk & Compliance Assessment: Conduct thorough evaluations to identify control gaps, non-compliance with regulations, operational inefficiencies, and emerging business risks across compliance, finance, operations, customer support, back office, and marketing functions.
• AML Compliance Reviews & Independence: Independently conduct comprehensive assessments of the AML compliance program at least every two years. Reviews must include AML risk assessments, effectiveness of policies, enhanced due diligence procedures, ongoing monitoring activities, suspicious activity reporting, IT systems compliance, administrative controls, professional training effectiveness, and record keeping practices. Regulatory Compliance Auditing: Execute detailed regulatory audits, specifically targeting areas such as Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Know Your Customer (KYC), client onboarding, suitability assessments, FCA compliance, complaint handling procedures, disclosures, and related record keeping practices.
• Cybersecurity & Data Protection Audits: Evaluate cybersecurity frameworks, data privacy governance, and incident-response capabilities, identifying potential digital vulnerabilities and recommending corrective measures.
• Audit Reporting & Governance Communication: Regularly prepare and present detailed audit findings and actionable recommendations directly to senior management and the UK Board, ensuring transparency and informed decision-making. Maintain detailed audit records, findings, and recommendations securely for at least ten years as per regulatory guidelines.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Issue Resolution: Actively collaborate with departmental leads and senior stakeholders, facilitating the timely implementation of audit recommendations and proactively tracking the resolution of identified issues to enhance internal controls continuously.
• Investigations & Records Access: Lead ad hoc investigations into suspected fraud, data breaches, or whistleblower reports, ensuring unrestricted and timely access to all required records, documentation, and personnel to fulfill audit responsibilities effectively.

Requirements

• Industry Experience: 4–6 years in internal audit within financial services, fintech, or capital markets, ideally with hands-on experience auditing compliance programs, AML processes, digital products, and customer-facing operations.
• Regulatory & Audit Framework Expertise: In-depth knowledge of UK financial regulations, specifically DIFC, DFSA, SCA, AML, and KYC frameworks. Proven expertise in developing and executing structured internal audit methodologies aligned explicitly with SCA and other relevant regulatory standards.
• Operational Know-how: Demonstrated ability to audit sophisticated technology platforms, automated controls, and data-driven processes, effectively identifying risks and providing actionable insights.
• Critical Thinking & Integrity: Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills, paired with excellent communication abilities, ensuring sensitive issues are handled with utmost confidentiality, independence, and objectivity.
• Adaptability & Cross-functional Collaboration: Proven ability to excel in dynamic, multicultural, and cross-border team environments, comfortably navigating rapid growth and change.
• Education & Certifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field. Professional certifications such as CIA, ACCA, CPA, CISA, or CAMS strongly preferred.

What you will get in return

• Competitive Salary: We believe great work deserves great pay! Your skills and talents will be rewarded with a salary that makes you feel valued and motivated.
• • Work-Life Harmony: Join a company that genuinely cares about you - because your life outside of work matters just as much as your time on the clock. #LI-Hybrid
• Annual Performance Bonus: Your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed! Celebrate your achievements with a well-deserved annual bonus tied to your performance.
• Generous Time Off: Need a breather? Our annual leave policy lets you recharge and enjoy life outside of work without a worry.
• Employee Referral Program: Love working here? Share the love! Bring your talented friends on board and get rewarded for growing our awesome team.
• Comprehensive Health & Pension Benefits: From medical insurance to pension plans, we’ve got your back. Plus, location-specific benefits and perks!
• Workation Wonderland: Live your digital nomad dreams with 30 extra days to work remotely from anywhere in the world (some restrictions apply). Adventure awaits!
• Volunteer Days: Make a difference! Take two additional paid days each year to support causes you care about and give back to the community.