Job Description

Internal Audit Manager - 12 month FTC

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Department: FINANCE & OPERATIONS
City: London
Location: GB
At Burberry, we believe creativity opens spaces. Our purpose is to unlock the power of imagination to push boundaries and open new possibilities for our people, our customers and our communities. This is the core belief that has guided Burberry since it was founded in 1856 and is central to how we operate as a company today.





We aim to provide an environment for creative minds from different backgrounds to thrive, bringing a wide range of skills and experiences to everything we do. As a purposeful, values-driven brand, we are committed to being a force for good in the world as well, creating the next generation of sustainable luxury for customers, driving industry change and championing our communities.

JOB PURPOSE

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As the

Internal Audit Manager

at Burberry, you'll be responsible for overseeing and executing comprehensive audit engagements that assess the effectiveness of risk management, governance, and internal controls across various functions at Burberry. You will collaborate closely with senior leadership and key stakeholders to identify areas for improvement, recommend process enhancements, and ensure regulatory compliance.

This Internal Audit Manager role is offered on a fixed term basis for a period of 12 months, and will be based in our Horseferry House, London office for a minimum of 3 days per week.

RESPONSIBILITIES

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Support the Internal Audit Director in delivering financial and operational audits aligned with business strategy Lead audits from planning to reporting, ensuring risks are addressed and controls are effectively evaluated Prepare planning documents, define audit scope, and ensure testing covers key risk areas Conduct fieldwork, assess control design and effectiveness, and communicate progress and findings Draft clear, impactful audit reports and follow up on review feedback and stakeholder discussions Build strong relationships to position Internal Audit as a trusted business partner Contribute to investigations, special projects, and continuous improvement initiatives Stay up to date with industry trends in governance, risk, controls, and audit practices

PERSONAL PROFILE

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Financial Qualification (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) or Internal Audit Qualification (IIA, CIA) Experience in internal/external audit or a combined audit and finance role, demonstrating strong analytical and risk assessment skills Proven ability to lead end-to-end audits with minimal supervision, ensuring thorough planning, execution, and reporting Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex messages, influence stakeholders, and manage challenging discussions Collaborative team player, displaying an understanding of group dynamics and fostering a collegial, open, and cooperative approach Commitment to delivering high-quality work, demonstrating self-motivation, a value-driven mindset, and a dedication to producing impactful results Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ensuring clarity, professionalism, and effectiveness in stakeholder interactions



Desired


Retail industry experience, with a strong understanding of sector-specific risks, operations, and business processes Hands-on experience with SAP ERP, including data extraction, analysis, and utilization to support audit and assurance activities
Burberry is an Equal Opportunities Employer and as such, treats all applications equally and recruits purely on the basis of skills and experience.

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