FC Capital Limited
Head of Internal Audit
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About FastCredit UK
Fast Credit UK is a leading pawnbroking company operating 14 branches across the United Kingdom. Our areas of expertise include pawnbroking, jewellery retail, and foreign exchange (FX) transactions. We are committed to providing a secure, customer-focused, and fully compliant financial service environment.
About the Role
We are looking for a Head of Internal Audit to lead and develop our Internal Audit function. This is a senior role with direct exposure to the Board of Directors and UBOs, responsible for providing independent and objective assurance across the business.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and deliver the annual risk-based internal audit plan, ensuring alignment with the Company's strategic objectives and risk profile.
- Lead and perform internal audits across financial, operational, compliance, and regulatory areas of the business.
- Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, governance processes, and risk management frameworks.
- Assess business risks, fraud prevention controls, customer protection measures, and regulatory compliance, identifying areas for improvement.
- Prepare clear, accurate, and evidence-based audit reports, presenting findings, recommendations, and action plans to senior management and the Board of Directors.
- Monitor and follow up on agreed audit actions to ensure timely implementation of recommendations.
- Recommend improvements to enhance operational efficiency, effectiveness, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.
- Liaise with external auditors, regulatory authorities, and other stakeholders on audit-related matters.
- Build, lead, and develop the Internal Audit team, ensuring appropriate training, mentoring, and professional development.
- Promote a strong culture of governance, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the organisation.
- Maintain the independence and integrity of the Internal Audit function in accordance with professional auditing standards.
- Report directly to the UBOs and Board of Directors, providing regular updates on audit activities, key risks, and control effectiveness.
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Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Audit, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years' experience in internal audit, risk management, or a related field, including experience in a senior leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of internal audit methodologies, corporate governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks.
- Excellent understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance standards.
- Experience developing and delivering risk-based audit plans.
- Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to prepare high-quality audit reports and present findings to senior management and Boards.
- Experience managing and developing audit teams.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
- High level of integrity, independence, and professional judgement.
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