Internal Audit Assistant Manager/ Manager

About Crowe
Crowe is a leading national audit, tax, advisory and consulting firm with global reach and local expertise. We are an independent member of Crowe Global, one of the top 10 accounting networks in the world, with access to more than 40,000 people in over 140+ countries and across more than 800+ offices globally.

Our vision is to be recognised as essential to the future success of our clients by helping them to answer tomorrow's questions and make smart decisions that have lasting value through the highest quality audit, tax, advisory and consulting services.

Crowe is where talented people can realise their potential, are successful and enjoy what they do by making a positive difference to our clients, communities and each other.

At Crowe, our aim is to create a community where regardless of gender, identity, sexuality, race, ethnicity, education or background, everyone is valued, can flourish and achieve their full potential.

Job Purpose
The Assistant Manager/ Manager, Practice Protection will support the activities of the Senior Risk and Assurance Manager to provide independent, objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value and improve the Crowe's operations. The Internal Auditor will assess the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes across the firm, ensuring compliance with internal policies and relevant regulations.

Key Responsibilities
Audit Planning & Delivery

• Develop and execute risk-based internal audit projects aligned with the firm's strategic priorities.
• Lead and perform audits across finance, operations, compliance, IT, HR, and other internal functions.
• Perform ad-hoc audits/ advisory work in response to emerging risks and incidents.
• Support in the development of data analytics and automation tools to enhance audit efficiency and insight.

Risk & Control Assurance

• Evaluate the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls.
• Identify control gaps and recommend practical improvements.
• Monitor emerging risks and support the development of risk mitigation strategies

Governance & Compliance

• Facilitate and monitor adherence to internal policies, regulatory requirements, and professional standards (e.g., IIA, UK Corporate Governance Code).
• Support the firm's compliance requirements (e.g. ISO standards, AML obligations, ethical standards and ESG-related controls).

Reporting & Communication

• Prepare clear, concise audit reports with actionable recommendations.
• Present findings to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Track and follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations.

Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to the development of audit methodologies and frameworks.
• Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous learning.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with internal departments to understand processes and risks.
• Provide advisory support on process optimisation and control enhancements.

Essential Skills

• Strong understanding of internal audit standards, risk management, and control frameworks.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and integrity
• High-quality report writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple audits and meet deadlines.
• Stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
• Proficiency in audit software and data analytics tools

Desirable Skills

• Understanding of the business activities of a professional services firm.
• Awareness of emerging technologies (e.g. AI) in audit.
• Ability to coach, train and develop colleagues.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Professional qualification (e.g., CIA, ACA, ACCA) or working towards one.
• Minimum 3 years of internal audit experience, ideally within a professional services firm, regulated or corporate environment.

Working Conditions
This is a full-time position, working Monday to Friday. The successful candidate may be required to work additional hours as necessary to meet business needs.

The position would be based in London. Crowe has an agile working policy, meaning that working remotely will be possible (on occasions).

Why choose Crowe?
At Crowe we understand that it is often the culture and values of a firm that are most important when looking for a new workplace.

Whether you're working in statutory audit, corporate tax or you're a marketing or HR specialist, we place our people at the centre of everything that we do; promoting a collaborative, inclusive and friendly culture while remaining passionate about supporting and developing our people as they build their careers. We listen to our people and adapt to their changing needs alongside the needs of our growing business. We invest in our people to help them be the best they can be.

We value new ideas and innovation, and welcome people who are committed to making a difference by delivering excellent services to our people, clients and communities.

At Crowe, you will find the specialist knowledge, the resources and the commitment to help you build a satisfying and rewarding career, with continued learning and development, highly competitive salaries and flexible benefits.

We want to create the best environment for our people to grow and thrive and recognise the importance of offering a flexible approach to our working environment, which we would be happy to discuss with you further.

Crowe is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in recruitment and employment. We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings to our organisation, driving effectiveness in our teams and providing our clients with a quality service.

Entry and progression within the firm is determined solely by the application of objective criteria, personal performance and merit which is supported by a clearly defined career pathway..