Location: London, United Kingdom

Who were looking for

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Internal Auditor to join our dynamic team at Schroders. The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and strong analytical skills to drive our internal audit function efficiently and effectively.

About Schroders

Were a global investment manager. We help institutions, intermediaries and individuals around the world invest money to meet their goals, fulfil their ambitions, and prepare for the future.

We have around 6,000 people on six continents. And weve been around for over 200 years, but keep adapting as society and technology changes. What doesnt change is our commitment to helping our clients, and society, prosper.

The base

We moved into our new HQ in the City of London in 2018. Were close to our clients, in the heart of the UKs financial centre and we have everything we need to work flexibly.

What you'll do

• Plan and schedule audits with the business as allocated by the Head of Technology and Operations Audit.
• Deliver audits, ensuring that the work completed and output produced adheres to IIA standards and Group Internal Audits procedure manual.
• Deliver aspects of the compliance monitoring programme, integrated in audits, as needed.
• Assist with other audits as a subject-matter expert, where required. 
• Escalate issues to the appropriate level of management.
• Draft reports to a high standard. 
• Track issues and actions arising from internal audit work.
• Liaise with relevant management and staff across Schroders to maintain awareness of key developments.
• Assist with project reviews as required.
• Support the Head of Technology and Operations Audit in the performance of their duties.
• Input into staff feedback requests and appraisals.

The knowledge, experience and qualifications you need

• Significant experience in an internal audit function or similar role.
• Financial services experience and understanding of topics covering investment management, back and middle office functions, either through auditing or direct experience.
• Ability to split your time between our London and Horsham offices, with some international travel occasionally. 
• Strong understanding of internal audit techniques including the IIA Standards.

The knowledge, experience and qualifications thatll help

• Proficiency in data analytics tools
• Professional certification in auditing, investment management or similar

What youll be like

• Analytical thinker: You thrive on dissecting complex processes and identifying potential risks. Your strong analytical skills allow you to draw insightful conclusions and provide actionable recommendations.
• Detail oriented: You ensure that documentation is completed to a high standard, is meticulously reviewed and that all findings are supported by substantial evidence.
• Strong communicator: You can convey complex audit findings and recommendations clearly and concisely to stakeholders at all levels, including senior management.
• Ethical and principled: You uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.
• Adaptable and resilient: The dynamic nature of operations auditing requires you to quickly adapt to new challenges and maintain resilience in a fast-paced environment.
• Technologically minded: You leverage technology effectively within the audit process, staying abreast of industry trends and best practices in data analytics and automated auditing tools.

We recognise potential, whoever you are

Our purpose is to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. Diversity of thought, facilitated by an inclusive culture, will allow us to make better decisions and better achieve our purpose. This is why inclusion and diversity are a strategic priority for us and why we are an equal opportunities employer. You are welcome here, regardless of your age, disability, gender identity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, or any other protected characteristic.