Senior Internal Auditor

Who we’re 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 Us

Schroders is a global investment manager which provides active asset management, wealth management and investment solutions. We aim to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. We serve a diverse client base that includes pension schemes, insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, foundations, high net worth individuals, family offices, as well as end clients through partnerships with distributors, financial advisers, and online platforms.

Established in 1804, we have around 5,500 people across 36 global locations. Schroders' success can be attributed to its diversified business model, spanning different asset classes, client types and geographies.

The base

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

The team

The role of Group Internal Audit is to provide independent and objective challenge to, and assurance over, the Schroder Group’s control environment through effective evaluation of risk management, control and governance arrangements implemented by management.

The department is led by the Head of Group Internal Audit who reports to the Chair of the Board Audit and Risk Committee and the Group Chief Executive. The Wealth Management audit team is led by the Head of Internal Audit, Wealth Management, who reports to the Head of Group Internal Audit and the Chair of the Wealth Management Audit and Risk Committee.

What you'll do

• Lead and participate in audit across Wealth Management.
• Deliver audit work on-time and to a consistently high standard, in line with IIA Standards and Schroders Group Internal Audit methodology and procedures.
• Assist with other audits as a Wealth Management subject-matter expert, where required.
• Identify, assess and escalate key risks, control gaps and emerging issues promptly, using sound judgement and stakeholder engagement.
• Produce clear, balanced audit reports, communicating findings and actions in a way that supports improvement and informed decision-making.
• Monitor and follow up on audit actions, maintaining oversight of issue tracking and progress to closure.
• Build strong relationships across Schroders, staying close to business and regulatory developments and maintaining an up-to-date view of the control environment.
• Support the Head of Internal Audit Wealth Management in the performance of their duties.
• The knowledge, experience and qualifications you need
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in an internal audit function or a similar risk and control role.
• Financial services experience and understanding of Wealth Management risks.
• Ability to travel to our Horsham office is Sussex, and some international travel occasionally.
• Strong understanding of internal audit techniques including the IIA Standards.
• The knowledge, experience and qualifications that’ll help
• Proficiency in data analytics tools.
• Professional certification in auditing, accounting or similar.

What you’ll 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 deliver excellent investment performance to clients through active management. We believe diverse perspectives and an inclusive culture help us make better decisions and achieve better outcomes for our clients. That's why inclusion is a strategic priority for us, and 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.

We will consider flexible working arrangements for all roles and provide reasonable accommodations to support applicants and employees, including those with neurodiversity, disability, or physical and mental health needs. For more information, please visit our FAQs.