Job Description

SalaryLocation

The Vacancy

Job Title:

Lead Auditor

Contract Type:

Permanent

Location:

Bradford

Working Pattern:

Hybrid--typically a couple of days a week in the office. Part-time or flexible arrangements are considered to support work-life balance. A fear of losing your current working flexibility shouldn't hinder you from applying for new opportunities, which is why we aim to match your existing flexible working arrangements where possible.

What We Offer:

Holidays:

25 days holiday up to 30 days (depending on service)

Pension:

We know it is important to save for the future, that is why we will contribute up to 10%

Maternity/Paternity:

We realise that family time is important, we offer enhanced maternity (after successful completion of probation) and 4 weeks paternity leave

Volunteering:

2 paid days to 'give back' to the charity of your choice

Development:

LinkedIn Learning for all

Finance:

Snoop Premium available to all colleagues

Medical:

Opportunity to opt in for Private Medical Insurance

Bonus:

Discretionary annual bonus

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As Lead Auditor, you will, add value, strengthen, and safeguard the Group by providing independent and objective assurance through the effective and timely delivery of the audit plan.


You'll work collaboratively with key stakeholders to agree on actions and ensure timely follow-up, supporting continuous improvement and strong governance across the Group.

Key Responsibilities:

Planning:

Lead the planning of low complexity audits across business areas, with guidance from an Audit Manager where appropriate. Define audit scope, objectives, and approach, and prepare audit scope memos for review and agreement. Conduct risk assessments and develop audit strategies aligned with internal audit methodology. Assist Audit Manager on complex audits in meeting planning objectives set out above.

Fieldwork:

Deliver audit fieldwork independently, testing key controls and evaluating the effectiveness of risk management and governance processes. Ensure audit work is completed to a high standard, with clear documentation and adherence to methodology. Identify control weaknesses and areas for improvement and assess the risk and control culture of the area under review.

Reporting:

For low complexity audits

Draft audit reports, including findings, root causes, and agreed actions. Lead discussions of audit findings with stakeholders and support negotiation of appropriate management actions with support from Audit Managers / HOIA as required. Ensure audit conclusions are evidence-based, accurate, and robust.

Follow-ups:

Monitor and test the implementation of agreed audit actions. Maintain effective stakeholder relationships and support continuous improvement in control environments.

What will make you stand out?

Experience of performing or assisting internal audit, risk, compliance or first line QA activity. Experience of presenting to and negotiating with senior management. Experience of working and meeting deadlines and SLAs consistently Experience of performing or assisting internal audit, risk, compliance or first line QA activity. experience working within financial services or a regulated business is desirable. Experience of presenting to and negotiating with senior management. Experience of working and meeting deadlines and SLAs consistently

Why Join Us:

Flexible Working Hours:

We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements.

Career Development:

We provide opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth, including mentorship programs and training sessions.

Inclusive Culture:

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Our diversity and inclusion initiatives ensure that all voices are heard and valued.

Offers are subject to satisfactory background checks, including credit, fraud, and employment references.

Who We Are:

At Vanquis, we have a simple purpose: to deliver caring banking so our customers can make the most of life's opportunities. Established in 1880, we're now a FTSE All Share company and leading specialist bank. We lend responsibly, providing tailored products and services to over 1.75 million UK customers.


We take care of our colleagues as well as our customers, working hard to create a rewarding and supportive work environment. That means competitive salaries, benefits, and a Group-wide recognition scheme. Everyone can enrol in our pension and after six months, you can join our 'Buy as You Earn' scheme.


We're about more than financial rewards though. We give everyone a voice in the business and room to be their authentic self. And we know you're here to build your career, so we help every colleague with training and development opportunities. Making sure there's always something new to learn.

Vanquis Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Here at Vanquis Banking Group, we embrace everyone's unique strengths and identities to be themselves at work. Regardless of how you identify yourself, your sexual orientation, martial or civil partner status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national background, faith, disability, or age - your experiences and background help enrich our teams, and most importantly help support our customers in the best way possible. At the end of the day, it's our people that help us to fulfil the reason why we're here in the first place: to help put people on a path to a better everyday life.


If there's anything we can do in the recruitment process to help you achieve your best, get in touch. Whether it's a copy of our application form in another format or additional assistance, we're available to help. You can contact us at careers@vanquis.com

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