Senior Manager, Internal Audit – Operational Excellence & Systems
Added 24 Aug · still live
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£49,200
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2421 (75% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £49,200, and Mars is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 2132 (IT managers, Role heavily involves systems, dashboards, and data analytics.) or SOC 1139 (Functional managers and directors not elsewhere classified., Title says Senior Manager, but no people management described.). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
About the role
Job Description:
At Mars, for over a century, we’ve been driven by a simple but powerful belief: the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today. Guided by our Five Principles—Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom—we are transforming how we operate to build a better world for our people, our pets, and our planet.
We are looking for a Manager, Internal Audit – Operational Excellence & Systems to join our Strategy and Professional Practice group within the Global Internal Audit team. Reporting directly to the Internal Audit Director – Strategy & Professional Practices, you will be the engine behind our department's modern data analytics, operational strategy, and professional practices.
If you are a tech-savvy audit professional who loves building dashboards, optimizing systems (like Optro (previous Auditboard)), and translating complex data into clear insights for senior executives, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career with us.
What are we looking for?
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience):
At Mars, for over a century, we’ve been driven by a simple but powerful belief: the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today. Guided by our Five Principles—Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom—we are transforming how we operate to build a better world for our people, our pets, and our planet.
We are looking for a Manager, Internal Audit – Operational Excellence & Systems to join our Strategy and Professional Practice group within the Global Internal Audit team. Reporting directly to the Internal Audit Director – Strategy & Professional Practices, you will be the engine behind our department's modern data analytics, operational strategy, and professional practices.
If you are a tech-savvy audit professional who loves building dashboards, optimizing systems (like Optro (previous Auditboard)), and translating complex data into clear insights for senior executives, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career with us.
What are we looking for?
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience):
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Management Information Systems, Data Analytics, Finance, Accounting or a closely related field
- 12+ years of experience in Information Systems, Data Analytics, Finance, Accounting, Business or related role
- BI & Data Visualization: Expert-level skills in building data dashboards.
- System Administration: Proven experience managing database schemas, workflows, and configurations in enterprise-level software.
- Data Modeling: Strong understanding of database structures and field mapping to ensure data cleanliness.
- Microsoft Office Suite: Advanced proficiency in Excel (complex formulas, data structures) and PowerPoint (clean slide design for executives).
- Executive Presence: Proven experience interfacing with and presenting data insights to senior or executive leadership.
- Optro Expertise: Hands-on experience with Optro (Auditboard) system administration and native reporting is highly advantageous.
- Holding or actively pursuing a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) designation.
- Ambiguity & Innovation: A proven track record of dealing with ambiguity, demonstrating innovation, and developing strategic agility in a fast-paced environment.
- Project Management: Strong consultative and organizational skills with the ability to maintain composure under pressure and meet rigorous deadlines.
In this highly visible, hybrid role, you will balance system administration, strategic reporting, and audit methodology. Your responsibilities are divided into three core pillars:
- Strategy, Planning & Executive Reporting:
- Executive Storytelling: Collaborate with the Director to draft high-impact presentations and reports for the Audit Committee, Board of Directors, and senior management, translating complex audit data into clear, simple business terms.
- Risk Assessment & Audit Planning: Play a key supporting role in executing Mars' annual Global Risk Assessment and coordinating the annual internal audit planning process.
- Strategic Initiatives: Facilitate the rollout of strategic departmental initiatives and coordinate the Internal Audit Leadership Team’s (IALT) annual agenda and meetings.
- A Global Community: Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by our Five Principles.
- Purpose-Driven Work: Join a company actively working to build a sustainable, inclusive, and mutually beneficial tomorrow.
- Continuous Learning: Access best-in-class development tools from day one, including our in-house Mars University.
- Competitive Package: An industry-leading salary, comprehensive benefits package, and an annual company performance bonus.
The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.
The pay range shown is applicable to all US locations listed within the job posting:USD 134,400.00 - USD 184,800.00
The pay range shown is applicable to all US locations listed within the job posting:USD 134,400.00 - USD 184,800.00
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Mars, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
SOC 2421 · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · ~60k in sampleP25 £39kP75 £68k
£30kmedian £50kgoing rate £49k£68k
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About sponsorship for this role
Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Mars holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. 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.