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Founding Audit Director | AI-Enabled Audit Scale-Up

London
£180k – £250k/yr
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Founding Audit Director | AI-Enabled Audit Scale-Up | Partner Opportunity

This is a rare opportunity to join an ambitious, technology-led firm at a pivotal stage of its growth journey, helping to shape both the future of audit delivery and the development of an innovative AI-powered audit platform.

A pioneering professional services business is seeking an experienced Responsible Individual (RI) to play a key role in establishing and growing its UK audit offering while working alongside an international team at the forefront of audit innovation.

The Opportunity

Working closely with senior leadership, technology specialists and experienced audit professionals, you will help develop audit methodologies, drive client delivery and influence the evolution of a modern, technology-first audit practice.

This role offers a unique blend of strategic leadership and hands-on client engagement, making it ideal for someone who enjoys building something new while remaining close to both clients and audit delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the development of an innovative AI-enabled audit platform.
  • Provide expertise on UK audit regulations, methodology and market expectations.
  • Lead and deliver external audit engagements across a diverse client portfolio.
  • Support the development of audit methodologies, workflows and quality assurance processes.
  • Work closely with product and technology teams to enhance audit delivery through automation and AI.
  • Identify market opportunities and contribute to the firm's growth strategy.
  • Help build and develop the UK audit team through recruitment, mentoring and coaching.
  • Collaborate with colleagues across multiple international locations.

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About You

We're interested in speaking with individuals who:

  • Have significant experience gained within a Big 4, Top 10 or leading independent audit firm.
  • Hold a recognised audit qualification (ACA, CA, ACCA or equivalent).
  • Are an established Responsible Individual (RI).
  • Possess strong technical audit expertise and experience leading complex audit engagements.
  • Have a strong understanding of the UK audit market.
  • Enjoy taking ownership and operating in an entrepreneurial environment.
  • Are commercially minded and excited by growth opportunities.
  • Have a genuine interest in how AI, automation and technology can transform audit and assurance services.

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Experience in audit transformation, technology-enabled audit solutions, methodology development or launching new service offerings would be highly advantageous.

Why Join?

  • A genuine opportunity to build and shape an audit practice from the ground up.
  • Significant influence over methodology, delivery and future service offerings.
  • Exposure to cutting-edge AI and technology solutions.
  • Flexible and remote-first working environment.
  • International collaboration and exposure.
  • A clear pathway towards broader leadership responsibilities and future partnership.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious audit leader who wants to combine technical excellence with innovation and play a meaningful role in redefining the future of the audit profession.

Interested?

For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Lorraine Twist
✉️ lorraine.twist@ambition.co.uk
📞 07436 450340

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