Sector: Internal Audit

Location: Berkshire

Type: Permanent

Ref: BBBH72529_1780936012

Salary: £60000.00 - £70000.00 per annum + +bonus+benefits

Internal Audit Manager

Location: Reading (2 days per week in the office)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

A leading telecoms provider is seeking an experienced Internal Audit Manager to join its Audit & Risk team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified audit professional looking to gain exposure across a large, complex organisation. The role offers visibility across all areas of the business, working with senior stakeholders to assess risk, strengthen controls, and drive meaningful business improvements.

The Opportunity

As Internal Audit Manager, you will lead and deliver a diverse portfolio of internal audit engagements covering operational, regulatory, financial, governance and strategic risks. You'll work across the full breadth of the organisation, providing independent assurance and valuable insight to support business performance and risk management.

This is a highly visible role that combines end-to-end audit delivery with stakeholder engagement and the opportunity to contribute to key business and audit transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution and reporting of internal audit assignments across all business functions.


• Deliver risk-based audits covering operational processes, customer experience, governance, supplier and partner assurance, regulatory compliance, ESG and financial controls.


• Evaluate the effectiveness of processes and controls, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, governance and risk management.


• Build strong relationships with senior leaders, control owners and key stakeholders across the organisation.


• Present audit findings and recommendations clearly and confidently to management teams.


• Monitor and follow up on agreed actions to ensure effective remediation.


• Support assurance activities relating to Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR).


• Contribute to strategic projects and continuous improvement initiatives within the Audit & Risk function.


• Coach and support colleagues on audit engagements where required.

About You

We're looking for a proactive and commercially minded audit professional who enjoys working across a wide range of business areas and engaging with senior stakeholders.

You will have:

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification.


• Degree-level education.


• At least 2 years' post-qualified experience within internal or external audit.


• Strong understanding of risk management, internal controls and corporate governance.


• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements, including areas such as SOX, FCA regulations and data privacy.


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.


• Strong analytical, organisational and project management capabilities.


• The ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.

Skills:

Qualified accountant or auditor - ACA, ACCA, CIA or equivalent, internal audit, internal controls, operational audit, financial audit