Audit Manager
Likely
Sponsorship likelihood
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Salary
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£49,200
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2421 (72% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £49,200, and Duncan & Toplis is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
In 2025, Duncan & Toplis assigned 6 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 2421 jobs, according to the Home Office.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Likely 2421 (Chartered and certified accountants) · 72% match
- Likely 3534 (Financial accounts managers) · 11% match
- Likely 2482 (Quality assurance and regulatory professionals) · 6% match
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2421 Chartered and certified accountants Most likely code | £34,500 | £39,400 | £44,300 | £49,200 |
3534 Financial accounts managers Also possible | £33,400 | £44,700 | £44,700 | £44,700 |
2482 Quality assurance and regulatory professionals Also possible | £33,800 | £38,600 | £43,400 | £48,200 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Assurance Manager to support the delivery of high-quality assurance and compliance processes across the company. This role can be based in either our Derby or Newark office but you will need to be flexible to visit each office when required.
What does this role involve?
As part of the management team, you will be assisting directors to provide assurance and commercial advice to clients, while supporting your teams in the delivery of their work to ensure operational objectives are met.
Teamwork
This role involves collaborating with colleagues and senior managers to ensure effective assurance processes. Supporting team members, sharing knowledge, and fostering a cooperative environment to achieve compliance, improve controls, and deliver high-quality outcomes.
Client experience
You will enhance client experience by ensuring accurate, timely, and professional service delivery, while maintaining clear communication and addressing client needs effectively.
Team management
Lead and support the team, providing clear direction, coaching and feedback while ensuring high-quality work is delivered efficiently and deadlines are met.
Skills and experience
We encourage candidates of all backgrounds and capabilities to apply, although it’s essential that your values and experience align with this role’s key responsibilities. To be successful you will:
- As part of the management team, you will oversee and develop team members by setting objectives and conducting performance reviews.
- Interact with clients on a daily basis at several levels, to identify the more complex problems faced and provide solutions. Act as the primary contact for clients and have responsibility for client relationship management
- Accountability for managing a full portfolio to the highest standard, using knowledge and skills to add value to the client by cross-selling.
What we are looking for:-
- Fully qualified (either by a relevant qualification or experience)
- 2 years or more UK based Audit Manager experience in client facing experience in an accountancy firm
- People management experience
- Business development skills
- Developing advisory skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Specialisation in a sector and developed key industry knowledge (Optional but not essential)
- Proactive in management of fees targets to ensure your manager meets their overall target
- Confidence in communication with clients
- Effective management of client lock up - budgets/billing/debtors
- Time management of work in progress
Join Duncan & Toplis
From flexible working arrangements and time-matched volunteer hours to online fitness classes and mental health support, at Duncan & Toplis we're committed to helping our people maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle.
We help our team to develop their talents and encourage ambitious individuals to progress their careers and expand their professional and personal capability with fully supported training and CPD.
Our values of trust, partnership, and inclusivity are at the forefront of everything we do.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Duncan & Toplis, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Chartered and certified accountants (SOC 2421) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~68k in sample- Middle half £38,376–65,780
- Median £49,452
- Going rate £49,200
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £34,500–44,300
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Duncan & Toplis holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. In 2025, Duncan & Toplis assigned 6 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 2421 jobs, according to the Home Office. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2421 going rate of £49,200. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.