Head of Audit & Risk

• Annual Salary:Starting at £165,000 per annum plus benefits
• Location:London with travel required weekly to other sites in the UK
• Job Type:Full-time

We are seeking a Head of Risk, Quality & Assurance to join our client who are a leading transport and infrastructure investor and asset manager. This role is crucial for the development and effective implementation of the company-wide governance, risk management, and assurance framework.

The successful candidate will support our client’s vision of being the UK’s market-leading provider within their industry.

The successful candidate will have trained ideally within the Big Four progressing to a Manager or Senior Manager level before moving into a Senior Audit & Risk role within industry working for organisations with multiple-revenue streams.

This role does require weekly travel to the organisations other offices in the UK.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Develop and periodically update a risk-based internal audit plan to ensure management of fraud and key business risks.
• Deliver the internal audit plan, maintain high-quality audit standards, and report progress and key findings to executive and non-executive management.
• Facilitate the update and reporting of the corporate risk register.
• Oversee lessee and supplier insurance compliance programs and manage the placement of company insurance.
• Provide support in designing controls and processes for new or enhanced business systems as required.
• Champion the sharing of good practice in control and process management across the business.
• Liaise with external auditors and undertake credit risk reviews of key suppliers.
• Maintain and support governance policies compliance, monitor emerging legislation, and implement required changes.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong experience in risk management, internal audits, and corporate insurance.
• Qualified in Accounting (ACA or equivalent) or Internal Audit (CMIIA).
• Big Four or Top 6 practice background working at Managerial level.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability to present to executive management and Audit Committees.
• Experience in project management, risks, and governance.
• Proficient in process mapping, controls design, and business processes.
• Knowledge of internal audit methodologies, project assurance activities, and insurance industry.
• Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office.
• Experience in the rail industry or leasing is preferable but not essential.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package and fantastic discretionary bonus potential.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Compliance with high standards of corporate governance and ethical conduct.

To apply for this Head of Risk, Quality & Assurance position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.