Senior Internal Auditor

About the Role

Are you an ambitious audit professional looking to broaden your scope across an international business? We are seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to deliver proactive, high-quality internal audit services across our international operations.

In this role, you will work closely with the Regional Audit Leader to execute risk-based audit fieldwork, evaluate control environments, and partner with local management teams to implement value-adding solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on field work, international travel, and building relationships across diverse cultures.

Key Responsibilities

• Audit Fieldwork Execution: Lead or participate in end-to-end audit assignments (working independently or as part of a small team) across international locations. Develop tailored audit programs and test the design and operating effectiveness of controls against Group standards.
• Stakeholder Management & Engagement: Discuss key audit findings with regional and local country management, maintaining constructive dialogue to reach agreement on realistic action plans.
• SOX Compliance: Assist the Global SOX team in executing the Sarbanes-Oxley compliance program, including control design evaluation and testing where required.
• Business Partnership & Action Tracking: Act as a trusted business advisor while retaining auditor independence. Track and support local management in the timely implementation of agreed remediation actions.
• Reporting: Draft clear, concise, and insightful audit reports focusing on key risks, root causes, and practical management recommendations.
• Risk & Control Continuous Improvement: Build an in-depth understanding of regional business operations, systems, and processes to identify emerging risks and deliver commercial guidance.

Person Specification & Key Competencies

Qualifications & Experience

• Prior internal or external audit experience (preferably within a Big 4 accounting firm).
• Recognized professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CA, or equivalent) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Experience with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) testing and controls frameworks is a plus.

Skills & Attributes

• Communication & Report Writing: Fluent in English (both written and spoken) with proven skills in writing impactful, management-ready audit reports.
• Analytical & Technical Aptitude: Strong financial analytical capabilities and a good understanding of IT control frameworks and complex systems.
• Relationship & Influencing Skills: Ability to collaborate, influence, and build trust with cross-cultural teams across varied geographical locations.
• Adaptability & Initiative: Highly self-motivated, organized, and capable of delivering detailed work independently against tight deadlines.
• Integrity & Judgement: Sound commercial judgment and an uncompromised commitment to ethics, confidentiality, and professional integrity.