ALF Recruit are exclusively partnering with a high-growth specialist lender to appoint a Head of Business AssuranceThis is a senior role within the Risk function, responsible for leading Internal Audit and Quality Assurance across the business, ensuring a robust governance and control environment as the organisation continues to scaleWhat’s on offer?Discretionary bonusAdditional birthday leave10% employer pension contributionFlexible working arrangementsThe BusinessEstablished specialist lender with strong growth trajectoryFocus across property, business and asset financeWell-funded with a clear strategy for continued expansionKey ResponsibilitiesLead the Internal Audit and Quality Assurance function across lending and funding operationsDeliver end-to-end assurance across the loan book, credit processes and data integrityDevelop and implement a risk-based Internal Audit programmeOversee ongoing Business Assurance Testing and QA frameworksAct as the key point of contact for external auditors and fundersProduce clear, concise reporting for senior leadership and BoardIdentify control weaknesses and implement process improvementsExperience RequiredBackground in Internal Audit, Quality Assurance or Risk (2nd / 3rd line) within Financial ServicesStrong understanding of governance, controls and regulatory frameworksExperience engaging with senior stakeholders and external partiesProven ability to lead and develop teamsLending experience preferred, ideally within property or asset-backed financeFor a confidential initial discussion about this role, contact Gavin Reynolds or Cassidy Rae-Pinder at ALF Recruit #J-18808-Ljbffr