Internal Audit Manager

This top international law firm are seeking an experienced Internal Audit Manager to lead and coordinate a global internal audit programme within a co-sourced audit model.

This is an exciting opportunity for a senior audit professional to shape and deliver a risk-based audit function across an international organisation operating in multiple jurisdictions. Working closely with an external specialist audit provider, you will help develop and deliver the annual internal audit plan, provide assurance over key risks and controls, and support the organisation in maintaining robust governance, risk management and compliance frameworks.

Key Responsibilities as the Internal Audit Manager

• Lead and manage the internal audit function, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and risk priorities.
• Act as the primary liaison with the external internal audit provider, coordinating audit plans, scope, delivery and reporting.
• Execute and oversee audits within the approved risk-based audit plan, covering operational processes, financial controls, compliance and governance arrangements.
• Present audit findings, recommendations and progress updates to senior stakeholders and governance committees.
• Monitor the implementation of agreed management actions and ensure timely resolution of control weaknesses.
• Keep abreast of regulatory developments, emerging risks and industry trends that may impact the organisation.
• Promote best practice in internal audit methodology, ensuring audit activities remain efficient, risk-focused and aligned to professional standards.
• Identify opportunities to enhance audit effectiveness through data analytics, technology and automation.

About You

You will be a commercially minded audit professional with strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence at senior levels.

Essential Experience and Qualifications

• Professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIA or equivalent.
• Significant experience in internal audit, ideally within professional services, legal services or another complex international environment.
• Experience managing co-sourced or outsourced audit arrangements and working effectively with external audit providers.
• Strong understanding of risk management, internal controls and compliance frameworks.
• Excellent communication, report writing and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Location

The role can be based from a number of office locations within the organisation's international network. Candidates must be willing to undertake occasional domestic and international travel as required to support audit delivery and stakeholder engagement.

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