Director - Global Audit & Advisory Leader

4 weeks ago

Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Transunion Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Director - Global Audit & Advisory to join our team at TransUnion. This role will involve leading critical projects across business units, key functions, and processes in areas related to internal audit, COSO / Sarbanes Oxley Testing, Business Process Reviews, Risk Assessments, Process Design and Internal Controls testing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, plan, and execute critical projects across business units, key functions, and processes.
  • Responsible for the execution and deliverables (on time and on budget) for the audit plan.
  • Drive strategic internal audit initiatives with the capability to be an independent yet strong business partner within TU.
  • Manage reviews of internal controls over financial reporting, operational effectiveness, information technology systems, and compliance with laws and regulations.
  • Provide clear guidance and hands-on coaching on covering higher risk areas to the UK team.
  • Oversee the preparation and execution of risk-based audit programs that define the objective and scope, employing critical thinking and appropriate testing methodologies.
  • Experience in writing reports of audits that identify risks / issues and suggest improvements coupled with escalation of risks / issues.
  • Prepare materials for quarterly Audit Committee (AC) and management meetings and ensure complete and timely distribution of materials to AC.
  • Maintains a strong collaboration with the company's external auditor to perform management's SOX testing activities in an efficient manner.

Requirements

  • Track-record of external / internal audit experience with a Big Four and/or banking sector.
  • Possess solid experience presenting and communicating to the Board, Audit Committee, Executive Committee, Risk Committee and senior stakeholders.
  • Designed & delivered regulatory audits including CIFAS/ PSD2 /GDPR /ISO/ SOX / Data Governance/ Red Teams and/or Cyber Security.
  • Excellent understanding of UK corporate governance requirements as well as legal and regulatory framework, with particular regard to financial services.
  • Must possess working knowledge and experience with data analytics and IT General Controls.
  • Must possess excellent project management skills manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Prior experience supervising and managing a high performing team preferred.
  • Must possess a thorough understanding of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards balanced with a demonstrated ability to understand key business drivers and issues having successfully implemented those principles in a complex global environment.
  • In-depth Knowledge of FCA Regulations: The candidate must possess comprehensive knowledge of the FCA regulations, including but not limited to the FCA Handbook, Conduct of Business Sourcebook (COBS), and Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SM&CR).
  • Possess the highest professional standards, unquestioned integrity and business ethics.
  • The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, energetic and possess a natural curiosity to learn.
  • Professional certifications highly preferred (i.e., Chartered Accountant, CISA, CPA, or CIA).
  • Proven-track record of advancement and possess the ability to provide pragmatic internal control recommendations that add value to the organization. Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities are also required.

What We Offer

  • 26 days' annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service)
  • Global paid wellness days off + a bonus day off to celebrate your birthday
  • A generous contributory pension scheme + access to the TransUnion Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Private health care + a variety of physical, mental and financial fitness wellbeing programmes such as access to mindfulness tools
  • Access to our diversity forums and communities so you can get involved in causes close to your heart

Flexibility at TU

We recognise that our people need the freedom to balance their day-to-day lives with their work. This is why we've set out to create inclusive and flexible policies and practices for you to accommodate all your responsibilities and needs: children, family and beyond. If the role is advertised as full time, don't let this stop you from applying. Let us know if you're looking for a part time or flexible working arrangement and we can discuss this with you.

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