Internal Audit Manager

Internal Audit Manager (Asset Management/Private Equity Focus)

Location: London, UK (Hybrid: 3 days in office)

Travel: Up to 20-30% international travel required

About the Role

An entrepreneurial, global Investment Management group with a wide array of investment strategies across Private Equity, Private Credit, Real Estate Investment and Asset Management is seeking a motivated and experienced Internal Audit Manager to join their dynamic team. This role is critical in providing independent assurance across complex, international operations.

You will be instrumental in promoting a robust control environment and driving continuous improvement, working closely with senior stakeholders across the Group.

Key Responsibilities

• Risk Assessment & Planning: Perform risk assessments and contribute to the development of the annual risk-based Internal Audit Plan.
• End-to-End Audit Delivery: Lead and execute high-quality, risk-based audits from planning and fieldwork through to reporting, in line with established methodology.
• Control Evaluation: Implement a risk-based approach to assess the design and operating effectiveness of key controls and processes.
• Stakeholder Influence: Prepare high-quality reports, present findings, and proactively engage with management to develop commercially pragmatic and timely corrective action plans.
• Profile Building: Collaborate with the team and wider business to share best practices and enhance the profile of the Internal Audit function.

What You'll Bring

• Experience:
• Proven post qualified experience gained in an Industry Internal Audit role (Big Four/External Audit background preferred).
• Essential: Prior experience and knowledge of the Asset Management, Alternative Investments, and/or Private Equity industries.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• A relevant professional qualification (ACA/CIA or equivalent) is preferred.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of processes, risks, and controls.
• Proficiency in producing high-quality, articulate written reports.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to exercise professionalism and discretion.
• Ability to thrive in an independent, entrepreneurial, and fast-paced environment.
• Travel: Willingness and ability to travel internationally (20-30%)