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Roles & Opportunities: Principal Auditors Location: Hybrid (London/Swindon/Glasgow hub) or part-time flexible
About the Role
We are seeking highly talented Principal Auditors to join Nationwide’s expanding Internal Audit team during a period of exciting growth.
In this visible and impactful role, you will conduct high-quality, high-value audits across a range of business functions. Your work will ensure Nationwide remains sustainable, safe, and aligned with customer interests, supporting the Society’s mutual model and governance frameworks.
As a Principal Auditor, you will:
- Execute end-to-end audits with a risk-based approach, identifying critical issues and delivering actionable insights.
- Partner with stakeholders to challenge thinking, foster trust, and drive lasting improvements.
- Embed data and analytics to enhance audit rigor and deliver deeper, more impactful findings.
- Play a key role in shaping governance, risk management, and controls—directly impacting Nationwide’s long-term strength and member value.
This position offers: ✔ A low-volume, high-impact work environment with notable responsibility ✔ Opportunities to specialize, lead, and grow within a forward-thinking team ✔ Development of analytical, stakeholder management, and continuous improvement skills ✔ A purpose-driven culture that values independence, authenticity, and excellence
At Nationwide’s Internal Audit, innovation and talent development are core. Whether you’re sharpening existing expertise or exploring new areas (e.g., commercial, operational, or risk contexts), you’ll thrive in a culture that encourages feedback, learning, and career progression.
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Responsibilities
Core Activities
- Design, execute, and close out audits objectively and rigorously, adhering to internal audit standards.
- Apply a risk-based methodology to prioritise areas for independent assurance and add value.
- Identify systemic risks and gaps, recommending transparent, sustainable controls.
- Escalate findings proactively, engaging senior leadership when necessary.
- Collaborate with stakeholders (e.g., Directors, Business Heads) to explain key findings and recommendations effectively.
Behavioral & Strategic Contribution
- champion a culture of ethical governance; model integrity in audit work.
- Mentor junior auditors and contribute to team growth (e.g., training, succession planning).
- Sponsor innovation projects, especially those leveraging data analytics or AI tools for audit efficiency.
- Utilise experience to advocate for strong control environments and cross-functional coherence.
Requirements
Experience & Technical Skills
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a qualified Internal Auditor (or equivalent).
- Examined and certified qualification (e.g., ACA, CIA, or CFA highly preferred).
- Proven ability to lead designated audits from planning to delivery.
- Familiarity with taxonomy risks (e.g., financial crime, breach management, Protect complexities).
- Embedding of Continuous Auditing principles and enhancements in your approach.
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Person & Team Culture
- Intuitive with risk-sensitive dialogue and tactful challenge for continuous improvement.
- High-energy communication across siloed teams, from specialist units to Board-level executives.
- Philosophical alignment with a mutual model ethos – seeing challenges as opportunities for systemic robustness.
Benefits & Working Arrangements
Hybrid & Flexible Working
Nationwide offers a hybrid working model, tailored for peak productivity:
- Core UK engagement: 2 days / week in-office at London, Swindon (or Glasgow hub, with mandatory regular presence there).
- Flexible options: Part-time availability (maximising 40% base work allocation).
- Support for collaboration (e.g., periodic trips, offsite debriefs) beyond remote autonomy.
Rewards & Enablement
- Thematic training in advanced audit techniques (tailored to Nationwide’s, evolving toolset).
- Promoted visibility through Skills Roadmap initiatives aiming to accelerate senior role advancement.
- Ipsus alignment with a values-driven organization, supporting purpose and sustainability.
Morris: For applications closing policy reasons, or volume considerations, submissions may be required sooner than the advertised timeframe. Aspiring candidates are strongly encouraged to apply promptly. For further detail, visit Nationwide Life @ Work.**
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