Internal Audit Manager

We're partnering with a leading professional services firm to recruit an Internal Audit Manager to join its growing Risk Advisory team in London.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced internal audit professional looking to step into a highly visible management role with genuine progression opportunities. You'll manage a portfolio of clients, lead audit engagements from planning through to reporting, and play a key role in shaping client relationships and delivering high-quality internal audit services across a diverse client base.As the team continues to grow, there is a strong need for experienced managers who can bridge the gap between senior leadership and audit delivery teams, making this a role with significant long-term development potential.The RoleYou'll take ownership of a portfolio of internal audit clients, ensuring the successful delivery of engagements while providing leadership, coaching and oversight to audit teams.Key responsibilities include:Managing internal audit assignments from planning through to final reportingDeveloping risk-based audit plans and engagement scopesLeading client and stakeholder relationshipsReviewing audit testing, findings and reportsProviding governance, risk and controls advisory supportCoordinating and overseeing audit teams delivering fieldworkSupporting the continued development of team membersContributing to business growth and client account developmentThe role is focused on portfolio leadership, stakeholder management and quality assurance rather than hands-on detailed testing.About YouWe're interested in speaking with candidates who have:Strong Internal Audit experienceExperience managing multiple audit engagements and stakeholdersA proven ability to operate independently and manage client relationshipsStrong governance, risk management and internal controls knowledgeExperience leading or mentoring audit teamsExcellent communication and relationship-building skillsWe Would Particularly Like To Speak ToInternal Auditors currently operating at Manager levelAssistant Managers or Senior Internal Auditors already performing Manager-level responsibilitiesProfessionals currently working within a consulting or professional services environmentInternal Auditors who have moved into industry and are interested in returning to practiceCandidates with a blend of Internal Audit, Risk, Governance and Controls experienceSector ExposureThe client works with organisations across:Financial ServicesCharities and Not-for-ProfitHigher EducationPrivate Sector organisationsWhat Makes This Opportunity Different?Clear progression opportunities following recent promotions within the teamOpportunity to rapidly build and own a client portfolioExposure to advisory-led internal audit workIncreasing use of data analytics and AI-enabled audit toolsDiverse client exposure across multiple sectorsStrong emphasis on strategic risk, governance and culture reviews rather than traditional compliance-focused auditingWorking PatternHybrid working modelApproximately 50% of time spent at client sitesTypically around three days per week in the office or on client sitesTravel primarily across London and the South EastPackage£60,000-£67,000 base salary + strong benefits package including car cash allowance.Excellent career development opportunitiesExposure to a broad and varied client portfolioIf you're an Internal Audit professional looking for a role that combines client leadership, stakeholder management and genuine progression opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.TPBN1_UKTJ