An Audit Manager opportunity within a Top 20 firm’s established audit team in the City. This is a portfolio‑led, assignment‑based role offering exposure to a mixed client base, including professional firms, real estate, construction, technology, retail and media. You’ll lead engagements, build client relationships, and contribute to business development initiatives, all within a collaborative, high‑performing team that values initiative and impact. This role is ideal for someone confident, commercially minded, and ready to play a central role in shaping client delivery.Job Title: Audit Manager Professional ServicesJob Type: PermanentLocation: London (SW1)Salary: £65 000Reference no: 16045Audit Manager Professional Services Benefits25 days annual leave plus additional time off between Christmas and New YearFlexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work life balancePrivate medical insuranceClear progression opportunities within a growing Top 20 firmOngoing professional development and training supportExposure to a diverse and varied client base, including professional firmsOpportunities to participate in advisory and business development initiativesSupportive, collaborative team environmentAccess to an international network and global client exposureAudit Manager Professional Services About The RoleYou’ll join an established audit team, supporting clients across a variety of sectors, with approximately half of your portfolio made up of professional firms such as law and accountancy practices. You will lead audits from planning through to completion, act as a key client contact, contribute to advisory projects, and help identify business development opportunities. The role blends hands‑on delivery with client interaction and team development, giving you the chance to make a real impact internally and externally. Key responsibilities:Lead and deliver audit engagements from planning through to completionServe as the main point of contact for a portfolio of clients, including professional firmsOversee audit fieldwork and perform manager level reviewsManage multiple assignments and deadlines efficientlyPlan audits to ensure high quality and timely deliveryManage and mentor 2 3 junior team membersSupport and guide trainees throughout their training contractsProvide constructive feedback and encourage team developmentContribute to advisory projects, including KPI benchmarking, partner remuneration frameworks, structuring advice, and client training coursesPlay an active role in business development, including pitches, tenders, and identifying opportunities within existing client relationshipsRepresent the firm positively in interactions with clients and prospective clientsThe successful Audit Manager will have:ACA or ACCA qualification, or equivalentExperience operating at Audit Manager levelStrong knowledge of UK auditing and accounting standardsBackground in general practice within a professional services firmProven experience auditing professional firms, ideally including law firms and accountancy practicesExperience managing multiple audits and deadlinesExposure to, or interest in, business development activityCommitment to audit quality and attention to detailAbility to manage, motivate and develop junior team membersExperience with SRA is advantageous but not essentialHowett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. #J-18808-Ljbffr