Brookwood Recruitment Ltd
Internal Audit Manager - Transformation & Change Risk
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Internal Audit Manager – Transformation & Change Risk
📍 London (Hybrid) | 💰 £90,000 per annum (basic) | Internal Audit
About the Role
We're looking for an Internal Audit Manager – Transformation & Change Risk to provide independent assurance to the CEO and Board that our transformation and change programmes are effectively governed, risks are managed within appetite, and delivery is controlled, sustainable, and aligned to strategic objectives.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced audit professional with a strong grounding in programme and change delivery to play a pivotal role in our second-line assurance over major transformation initiatives.
Reports to: Head of Internal Audit – Operational Risk Assurance
What You'll Do
- Support the Head of Audit in developing and executing a risk-based Transformation and Change Audit Plan, providing assurance to the Audit Committee and Board on programme delivery risks
- Contribute to high-level Internal Audit planning by building an understanding of our major transformation programmes, change portfolios, and strategic initiatives
- Determine risks and key controls in scope, and develop test plans using a range of audit techniques — from observation and interviews to data analytics and AI tools
- Deliver audit work through continuous monitoring, in-flight reviews, and standard audits as appropriate
- Assess complex audit findings, taking a balanced view of impact and root cause
- Prepare and present audit reports with clear, actionable recommendations
- Maintain robust documentation in line with GIAS requirements, the IA Charter, and IA methodology
- Coordinate and oversee Internal Audit colleagues and co-sourced partner resources
- Follow up on management actions to ensure risks are effectively addressed
- Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across the business and attend key committees
- Stay abreast of emerging risks, regulatory developments, and industry practice in transformation and change
- Champion continuous improvement in audit practices, including the use of AI tools
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What You'll Bring
Skills
- Excellent communication and report-writing skills, with the ability to articulate complex programme risks and issues to senior stakeholders
- Strong judgement and critical thinking, with the ability to assess risk, challenge effectively, and form balanced conclusions in a complex, technology-driven environment
- Strong analytical capability, including the use of AI, data, and MI to assess programme performance and risk indicators
- Ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders, including programme sponsors, while maintaining independence
- Intellectual curiosity and adaptability in changing environments
- Strong planning and organisational skills to manage multiple reviews across complex, fast-paced change environments
Knowledge
- Strong understanding of change and transformation risk frameworks within financial services, including programme governance and delivery models
- Experience assessing programme/project management methodologies, with a focus on identifying delivery risks and evaluating governance and controls across the change lifecycle
- Awareness of regulatory expectations relating to outsourcing and change risk management
- Experience providing assurance over controls and compliance by design
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Qualifications
- A relevant professional qualification (e.g. IIA, and/or PRINCE2, MSP, Agile PM, SAFe, or CISA)
- Proven experience auditing or overseeing large-scale transformation or change programmes, including governance and delivery risk
Experience
- Relevant experience working in UK Financial Services
- Experience as a project/programme manager, as well as in assurance roles
- Experience or strong personal interest in applying AI tools to improve research, analysis, reporting, or productivity
Why Apply
This role sits at the heart of how our client governs change — giving you visibility across major strategic programmes and direct exposure to senior leadership and the Board. You'll work in a collaborative Internal Audit function that values curiosity, innovation (including AI adoption), and continuous improvement.
Location: London (Hybrid) Salary: £90,000 per annum (basic)
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