Internal Audit Assistant Manager – Insurance

Internal Audit Assistant Manager – Insurance Location: Remote, with limited travel Sector: Insurance Type: Permanent We are working with an established insurance client that is looking to appoint an Internal Audit Assistant Manager to support the successful delivery of its risk-based Internal Audit Plan. This is a remote role offering the opportunity to work across a broad range of audit activity, supporting assurance over the client’s risk and control environment. You will work closely with senior internal audit colleagues, business stakeholders, second line teams and co-source audit partners to help deliver high-quality audits from planning through to reporting. The Role You will be responsible for supporting and delivering internal audits across the business, ensuring work is completed to a high standard and in line with internal audit methodology. This will include preparing audit workpapers, producing clear and professional audit reports, monitoring audit progress, and helping track management actions through to completion. You will also play an important role in building strong relationships across the organisation, acting as a constructive “critical friend” while providing robust challenge where needed. Key Responsibilities Plan and execute risk-based internal audits from planning through to reporting Prepare high-quality audit workpapers and reports for senior review Work with co-source audit partners to ensure audits progress effectively and on time Engage with stakeholders across the business, including senior management and second line teams Monitor audit actions, review closure evidence and escalate delays where required Support continuous improvement within the Internal Audit function What We’re Looking For Experience in an internal audit, assurance, risk or controls-focused role Good understanding of governance, risk and control frameworks Knowledge of internal audit methodologies and good practice Strong written and verbal communication skills, including audit report writing Ability to influence, challenge and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels Recognised accounting or audit qualification preferred UK general insurance experience would be advantageous, but is not essential Why Apply? This is a great opportunity for an internal audit professional who enjoys variety, stakeholder engagement and delivering meaningful assurance in a regulated insurance environment. The role offers remote working, exposure across the wider business, and the chance to contribute to a developing internal audit function.