325 Audit Team Lead jobs in the United Kingdom

We are working in partnership with a highly regarded organisation based in Solihull to recruit an experienced Internal Audit Manager . This is an excellent opportunity for a proven audit professional to join a progressive business where you will have the scope to influence, add value, and make a real impact.

The Role
As Internal Audit Manager, you will take ownership of the internal audit function, ensuring that robust frameworks are in place and adhered to across the business. You will play a key role in reviewing processes, identifying risks, and driving improvements, while providing assurance to senior stakeholders.

Key responsibilities for this Internal Audit Manager position include:

• Leading the internal audit plan and delivering risk-based audits across the organisation.

• Preparing clear, concise reports and presenting findings to senior management.

• Recommending improvements to processes, systems, and controls to ensure best practice.

• Partnering with stakeholders across the business to promote a culture of compliance and risk awareness.

• Supporting the development and continuous improvement of audit methodologies.

About You:

• Qualified accountant or auditor (ACA, ICAS, ACCA, IIA or equivalent).

• Proven experience in internal audit, risk management, or compliance.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to challenge constructively.

• Excellent communication skills, able to build relationships at all levels.

• Commercially astute, with a proactive approach to delivering value.

• Degree in accountancy, economics, business or related field.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary up to 65,000 per annum.

• Attractive benefits package.

• Hybrid working arrangements.

• The opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation offering genuine career development.

If you are an experienced Internal Audit professional seeking a fresh challenge in a dynamic and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you.

At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.

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The Internal Audit Manager will oversee and execute audits across corporate functions, compliance and regulatory requirements including AML, Financial Crime and Operational Risk.

London based .

Client Details

The role is with a UK market leading retail bank who are hiring a Internal Audit Manager.

Description

The Internal Audit Manager will :

• Plan and execute audits across the corporate functions.
• Identify and evaluate risks, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Prepare detailed audit reports with actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to address audit findings effectively.
• Monitor and enhance internal controls and processes.
• Stay updated on changes in financial regulations and standards.
• Provide guidance and support to junior team members during audits.
• Contribute to the development of the annual audit plan.

Profile

A successful Internal Audit Manager should have:

• A professional accounting or auditing qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Experience in internal auditing within the financial services industry.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in audit tools and financial software.
• Banking and Financial services sector experience.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary of approximately 80,000-85,000 per annum.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including pension contributions.
• Generous holiday allowance to support work-life balance.
• Opportunities for career progression within the financial services sector.
• Supportive and professional company culture.

If you are ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role as an Internal Audit Manager, we encourage you to apply today

We are working in partnership with a highly regarded organisation based in Solihull to recruit an experienced Internal Audit Manager . This is an excellent opportunity for a proven audit professional to join a progressive business where you will have the scope to influence, add value, and make a real impact.

The Role
As Internal Audit Manager, you will take ownership of the internal audit function, ensuring that robust frameworks are in place and adhered to across the business. You will play a key role in reviewing processes, identifying risks, and driving improvements, while providing assurance to senior stakeholders.

Key responsibilities for this Internal Audit Manager position include:

• Leading the internal audit plan and delivering risk-based audits across the organisation.

• Preparing clear, concise reports and presenting findings to senior management.

• Recommending improvements to processes, systems, and controls to ensure best practice.

• Partnering with stakeholders across the business to promote a culture of compliance and risk awareness.

• Supporting the development and continuous improvement of audit methodologies.

About You:

• Qualified accountant or auditor (ACA, ICAS, ACCA, IIA or equivalent).

• Proven experience in internal audit, risk management, or compliance.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to challenge constructively.

• Excellent communication skills, able to build relationships at all levels.

• Commercially astute, with a proactive approach to delivering value.

• Degree in accountancy, economics, business or related field.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary up to 65,000 per annum.

• Attractive benefits package.

• Hybrid working arrangements.

• The opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation offering genuine career development.

If you are an experienced Internal Audit professional seeking a fresh challenge in a dynamic and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you.

At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.

By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

We are working with a reputable international law firm to hire an experienced Internal Audit Manager based in Leeds. In this role, you’ll take ownership of auditing business and operational functions across international offices, providing independent assurance on internal controls, risk management and governance processes.

Our client is seeking a qualified audit professional with at least five years’ experience, ideally gained in legal or professional services. You’ll ideally hold a recognised qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, or CIA) and be confident managing complex audits from planning through to reporting.

The responsibilities will include:

• Delivering end-to-end internal audits across global offices
• Evaluating risk management and internal control effectiveness
• Conducting walkthroughs, testing controls, and drafting audit reports
• Providing practical recommendations and tracking remediation
• Assessing compliance with internal policies and regulatory frameworks
• Reviewing and drafting control matrices
• Presenting findings to senior stakeholders and the Audit Committee
• Supporting continuous improvement of audit processes and standards

They are looking for candidates with excellent communication and analytical skills, strong attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking, international organisation offering strong career development and a flexible hybrid working pattern. If you're ready for a new challenge in a high-performing environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your compliance career, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV for consideration. Thank you.

Not quite right for you? Check out the rest of our risk and compliance roles or give one of our friendly team a call on .

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We are working with a reputable international law firm to hire an experienced Internal Audit Manager based in Manchester. In this role, you’ll take ownership of auditing business and operational functions across international offices, providing independent assurance on internal controls, risk management and governance processes.

Our client is seeking a qualified audit professional with at least five years’ experience, ideally gained in legal or professional services. You’ll ideally hold a recognised qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, or CIA) and be confident managing complex audits from planning through to reporting.

The responsibilities will include:

• Delivering end-to-end internal audits across global offices
• Evaluating risk management and internal control effectiveness
• Conducting walkthroughs, testing controls, and drafting audit reports
• Providing practical recommendations and tracking remediation
• Assessing compliance with internal policies and regulatory frameworks
• Reviewing and drafting control matrices
• Presenting findings to senior stakeholders and the Audit Committee
• Supporting continuous improvement of audit processes and standards

They are looking for candidates with excellent communication and analytical skills, strong attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking, international organisation offering strong career development and a flexible hybrid working pattern. If you're ready for a new challenge in a high-performing environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your compliance career, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV for consideration. Thank you.

Not quite right for you? Check out the rest of our risk and compliance roles or give one of our friendly team a call on .

Ref: 1134

Job Title: Internal Audit Manager (Finance)

Location: Frimley; Surrey or Preston; Lancashire with occasional national and international travel. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary: Circa £67,500 depending on experience

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead and support the planning and delivery of a portfolio of complex, risk-based audit assignments, ensuring delivery against the agreed targets and milestones of the annual audit plan

• Assess the design and effectiveness of controls to minimise risk, strengthen business performance, uphold ethical standards, and protect the organisation’s reputation

• Gather and analyse information from multiple sources to identify control weaknesses and develop value-adding recommendations

• Present clear, well-structured audit findings and recommendations in professional reports, addressing issues identified through audit fieldwork

• Work closely with business stakeholders to agree responses to recommendations, review evidence of implementation, and provide challenge where necessary to ensure effective closure

• Produce comprehensive audit reports to professional standards, suitable for presentation to Business Leadership and the Executive Committee

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Internal Audit processes, tools, and ways of working

Your skills and experiences:

Essential

• Professional finance qualification (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent) with audit experience, either internal or external

• Proven track record in delivering high-quality audits that add value, including managing audits and assessing complex systems, processes, and risks

• Excellent analytical and data skills, with the ability to review, interpret, and draw conclusions from complex information

• Ability to produce concise, professional reports that clearly communicate findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders

Desirable

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) qualification

• Experience gained within a large, complex organisation

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Audit Team:

This role is part of the Global Internal Audit team based at Head Office, which comprises around 30 professionals, including the Audit Director, Head of Audit, Senior Audit Managers, Audit Managers, and Auditors, with colleagues located in the UK, US, Saudi Arabia, and Australia. You will engage with senior stakeholders across the organisation while working on a diverse portfolio of audit assignments. We offer a flexible, hybrid working environment, with some UK and international travel, giving you the opportunity to gain a broad perspective across the entire BAE Systems enterprise.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 24th September 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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Job Title: Internal Audit Manager (Finance)

Location: Frimley; Surrey or Preston; Lancashire with occasional national and international travel. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary: Circa £67,500 depending on experience

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead and support the planning and delivery of a portfolio of complex, risk-based audit assignments, ensuring delivery against the agreed targets and milestones of the annual audit plan

• Assess the design and effectiveness of controls to minimise risk, strengthen business performance, uphold ethical standards, and protect the organisation’s reputation

• Gather and analyse information from multiple sources to identify control weaknesses and develop value-adding recommendations

• Present clear, well-structured audit findings and recommendations in professional reports, addressing issues identified through audit fieldwork

• Work closely with business stakeholders to agree responses to recommendations, review evidence of implementation, and provide challenge where necessary to ensure effective closure

• Produce comprehensive audit reports to professional standards, suitable for presentation to Business Leadership and the Executive Committee

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Internal Audit processes, tools, and ways of working

Your skills and experiences:

Essential

• Professional finance qualification (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent) with audit experience, either internal or external

• Proven track record in delivering high-quality audits that add value, including managing audits and assessing complex systems, processes, and risks

• Excellent analytical and data skills, with the ability to review, interpret, and draw conclusions from complex information

• Ability to produce concise, professional reports that clearly communicate findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders

Desirable

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) qualification

• Experience gained within a large, complex organisation

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Audit Team:

This role is part of the Global Internal Audit team based at Head Office, which comprises around 30 professionals, including the Audit Director, Head of Audit, Senior Audit Managers, Audit Managers, and Auditors, with colleagues located in the UK, US, Saudi Arabia, and Australia. You will engage with senior stakeholders across the organisation while working on a diverse portfolio of audit assignments. We offer a flexible, hybrid working environment, with some UK and international travel, giving you the opportunity to gain a broad perspective across the entire BAE Systems enterprise.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 24th September 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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