More than you expected
The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.
Grant Thornton UK LLP is part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 73,000 people in over 150 countries. We're a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That's Grant Thornton.
Job Description:
Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals. Our Business Risk Services practice focuses on helping organisations manage risk, improve operational processes and realise strategic objectives. Our BRS team provides clients with support on their internal audit functions, through tailored, flexible and cost-effective solutions that provide access to industry best practice methodology, value add insights and subject matter experts. Our BRS team works with clients in the FTSE 250 and international large and complex corporates, major charities, not-for-profit organisations, and central government departments.
A look into the role
As a Business Risk Services Senior Manager within our BRS team you will:Take ownership and lead on allocated assignments in a way that exceeds client expectations while managing and developing staff.Be responsible for delivering a number of IT internal audit engagements and manage wider relationships with clients.Lead on planning conversations with clients and in the preparation of draft terms of reference/audit planning documents.Deliver fieldwork, ensuring all work is performed in accordance with Grant Thornton methodologies, that sufficient and appropriate testing has been performed, and evidence to support key decisions has been obtained.Oversee and review the work of junior members of the team, supporting development and ensuring quality in the work performed.Hold close-out meetings with clients to ensure they have a full understanding of issues identified and these are agreed, and write reports summarising the key observations from the work performed.Assist with the financial management of client relationships, including monitoring WIP, raising invoices, and drafting annual budgets.Lead client liaison meetings and attend audit committee meetings.Knowing you're right for us
Joining us as a Business Risk Services Senior Manager, the
minimum criteria
you'll need is a professional qualification (ACA, ICAS, CA, ACCA or CIPFA, CISA, CCAK, CCSK, CCSP etc.) with post-qualification experience, and to be confident managing a large portfolio of internal audit clients. It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don't worry if you don't tick every box, we'll help you develop along the way.Experience of scoping, delivering, and reporting on IT internal audits, and in presenting conclusions to relevant stakeholders.Experience of managing internal audits of large companies in addition to dealing with complex technical matters.Strong experience of a range of cloud governance and technical topics including security, data protection/privacy, availability, resilience, disaster recovery, performance, cost management, third-party management and change management.A good track record of performing IT audits over DevSecOps / CICD pipelines, including release management, source code management, testing, security, use of tools and automation.Experience of auditing public cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure and Google Cloud. Experience of reviewing private cloud environments would also be beneficial but not essential.Knowledge and familiarity with the Cloud Security Alliance Cloud Controls Matrix, cloud vendor Well Architected frameworks and Agile methodologies.Extensive experience of using audit software and Microsoft packages.Experience of building extensive and active networks across geographical regions and client organisations.Knowing we're right for you
Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people. We never settle for what is easy; we look beyond to deliver the right thing for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential.
Our open and accessible culture means you'll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That's why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work.
Beyond the job
Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you're with outside of work matter, that's why we're happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we'll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance.
The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you'll be giving back to society. It's that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our CLEARR values - Collaboration, Leadership, Excellence, Agility, Respect and Responsibility.
We're looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what's right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves.
It's how it should be.
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