Business and internal Audit Advisor

Job Title: Business and Internal Audit Advisor

Location: Birmingham

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role:

We’re recruiting for a Business and Internal Audit Advisor to join a leading UK law firm within its Real Estate division. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate with strong business awareness and an interest in risk, process improvement, project delivery, and operational excellence.

Working closely with senior leadership, business management, and quality & risk teams, you will play a key role in assessing business processes, supporting internal audits, identifying opportunities for improvement, and helping deliver projects that enhance efficiency, compliance, and client service.

This role would suit a proactive and analytical individual who enjoys problem-solving, challenging existing processes, and contributing to meaningful business improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

Risk & Process Improvement

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• Support internal audit activities and business assessments across the division
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• Assist in evaluating processes, controls, and compliance procedures
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• Identify opportunities for improvement, automation, and increased efficiency
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• Provide objective insights and recommendations to support business performance
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Quality & Compliance Support

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• Work closely with Quality & Risk teams to promote consistency and best practice
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• Assist in monitoring adherence to internal processes and regulatory requirements
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• Support initiatives aimed at improving client service and operational effectiveness
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Project Support & Delivery

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• Collaborate with stakeholders on business improvement and transformation projects
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• Assist in delivering project outcomes within agreed timescales
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• Support the implementation of process changes and improvement initiatives
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• Maintain reporting and update streams for key projects and activities
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Stakeholder Engagement

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• Work independently while engaging confidently with senior stakeholders
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• Build effective working relationships across the business
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• Support training and knowledge-sharing initiatives where improvements are identified
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Analysis & Reporting

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• Gather and analyse business data to support decision-making
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• Produce reports and insights for leadership teams
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• Monitor progress against agreed objectives and recommendations
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Candidate Profile:

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• Degree educated (BSc, BA or equivalent)
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• Strong interest in business operations, risk, compliance, or process improvement
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• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
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• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
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• Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks
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• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
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• Project management experience or exposure (desirable)
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• Experience within a professional services environment (desirable but not essential)
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• Curious mindset with a genuine interest in improving processes and driving change
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What Our Client Offers:

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• Competitive salary and benefits package
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• Hybrid working model
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• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and key stakeholders
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• Exposure to risk, compliance, project management, and business improvement initiatives
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• Structured training and career development opportunities
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• Collaborative and supportive working environment
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How to Apply:

If you're a recent graduate with strong business awareness, excellent analytical skills, and a passion for process improvement, we'd love to hear from you.

About Us:

We are a recruitment agency specialising in commercial, operational, and professional services appointments across the UK. We work closely with leading organisations to connect ambitious graduates and professionals with opportunities that offer long-term development and career progression.