Mackie Myers
Head of Internal Audit
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Our Client
Mackie Myers has partnered with a leading private healthcare provider to appoint a Head of Internal Audit. Operating across a large national network of sites, the business has recently taken the strategic decision to establish an in-house Internal Audit function to strengthen governance, enhance risk oversight and provide greater assurance across the organisation.
The Role
This is a rare opportunity to build and lead an Internal Audit function from the ground up within a complex, highly regulated and multi-site environment. Reporting to senior executive leadership, with direct exposure to the Audit Committee, the Head of Internal Audit will be responsible for developing the Internal Audit strategy, delivering a risk-based audit plan and establishing a high-performing team capable of providing independent assurance across the business.
The role offers significant visibility and influence, with responsibility for evaluating governance, risk management and internal controls across a broad range of operational, financial, regulatory and technology risks. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Internal Audit leader seeking the challenge of creating a best-in-class function, or a high-calibre deputy ready to step into a first Head of Internal Audit position.
Main Duties
- Establish and lead the organisation's Internal Audit function, developing the strategy, methodology and operating model.
- Design and deliver a risk-based Internal Audit plan aligned to the organisation's strategic objectives and risk profile.
- Build, develop and lead a high-performing Internal Audit team, utilising specialist co-source support where appropriate.
- Provide independent assurance to Executive leadership and the Audit Committee on the effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal controls.
- Partner with operational and functional leaders across a large multi-site estate, providing constructive challenge and practical recommendations.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of financial, operational, regulatory and compliance controls.
- Lead reviews across key risk areas including cyber security, technology risk, system implementations and business transformation programmes.
- Support the ongoing enhancement of enterprise risk management and governance frameworks.
- Deliver clear and insightful reporting to senior stakeholders, influencing business decision-making and driving continuous improvement.
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The Successful Candidate
- Qualified accountant or Internal Audit professional (ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA or equivalent).
- Proven Internal Audit leadership experience within a complex organisation.
- Experience operating within a multi-site and/or highly regulated environment.
- Strong understanding of governance, risk management and internal control frameworks.
- Experience engaging with Boards, Audit Committees and Executive leadership teams.
- Demonstrable track record of building, transforming or enhancing Internal Audit functions.
- Exposure to technology risk, cyber security and major systems implementations.
- Healthcare experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
- Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
- Commercially minded, pragmatic and capable of balancing independent challenge with collaborative partnership.
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What's on Offer?
- £110,000-130,000 base salary plus bonus.
- Opportunity to build and shape an Internal Audit function from inception.
- Significant exposure to Executive leadership, the Board and Audit Committee.
- A broad and evolving risk landscape spanning operations, technology, cyber and regulatory assurance.
- Leadership responsibility and the opportunity to build a team.
- Flexible hybrid working environment with travel across operational sites.
- Head office in London, with flexibility for candidates based elsewhere in the UK, particularly those located near major operational sites.
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
We believe that diverse teams drive innovation and success. That's why we're committed to promoting equality of opportunity and creating inclusive workplaces where everyone feels valued and supported. We actively seek out talent from all backgrounds and strive to reflect the rich diversity of the workforce in every role we recruit for.
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