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Job Role: Risk Assurance ConsultantLocation: LondonCareer Level: Consultant (CL9)Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge.We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too.xe2x80x9cAcross the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us.xe2x80x9d xe2x80x93 Julie Sweet, Accenture CEOAs a team:You'll learn, grow and advance in an innovative culture that thrives on shared success, diverse ways of thinking and enables boundaryless opportunities that can drive your career in new and exciting waysIf youxe2x80x99re looking for a challenging career working in a vibrant environment with access to training and a global network of experts, this could be the role for you. As part of our global team, you'll be working with cutting-edge technologies and will have the opportunity to develop a wide range of new skills on the job.In our team you will:

• Learn about risk assurance concepts and methodologies including planning, risk evaluation and controls testing.
• Develop valuable insights and experience in business practices and consulting acumen.
• Gain first hand exposure to a variety of businesses within financial services (e.g. retail banking, global markets, asset management, insurance, etc.)
• Gain direct experience in functional areas within financial organisations (e.g. sales, trading, risk management, operations, compliance, financial crime, etc.)
• Work in a dynamic environment alongside colleagues and leaders that have deep industry and specialist knowledge that you will have opportunity to learn from.

In this role you will:

• Engage directly with client management and staff to conduct interviews, workshops, and meetings.
• Review businesses, products and processes to assist in risk identification & evaluation.
• Assess control processes and their effectiveness in mitigating/controlling relevant risks.
• Perform sample-based testing of controls to evaluate their operating effectiveness.
• Prepare well-articulated and thorough audit working papers (documentation of processes/risks/controls and details of audit testing performed).
• May also assist in drafting audit reports intended for Board & Executive level audience.

We are looking for experience in the following skills:xc2xb7 Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.xc2xb7 Strong writing skills.xc2xb7 Inquisitive and curious mindset.xc2xb7 Ability to think analytically and good attention to detail.xc2xb7 Be able to prioritise workloads in a pressured environment with multiple deliverablesxc2xb7 Bachelorxe2x80x99s degree or above (preferably in maths, economics, accounting, or relevant sciences)xc2xb7 Preferably part or fully ACCA/ACA/CCAB/IIA qualified or equivalent experience (2 xe2x80x93 5 years)xc2xb7 Additional qualifications such as CISA are beneficialSet yourself apart:xc2xb7 Awareness of emerging assurance &/or internal audit technologies and innovationxc2xb7 Some knowledge of products within one or more financial services sectors and an understanding of associated risks and controls (e.g. FX products in Global Markets, Investment products in Wealth Management, etc)xc2xb7 Effective at working in different teams for various periods of timexc2xb7 Good at building working relationships with both colleagues and client personnel at all levelsWhatxe2x80x99s in it for youAt Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 30 daysxe2x80x99 vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice!Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for.About AccentureAccenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. We combine unmatched experience and specialized capabilities across more than 40 industries xe2x80x94 powered by the worldxe2x80x99s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. With over 750,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries, Accenture brings continuous innovation to help clients improve their performance and create lasting value across their enterprises. Visit us atAccenture is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society and does not discriminate on grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by applicable law.#LI-EUAbout Accenture We work with one shared purpose: to deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity. Every day, more than 775,000 of us help our stakeholders continuously reinvent. Together, we drive positive change and deliver value to our clients, partners, shareholders, communities, and each other.We believe that delivering value requires innovation, and innovation thrives in an inclusive and diverse environment. We actively foster a workplace free from bias, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and is respected and empowered to do their best work.At Accenture, we see well-being holistically, supporting our peoplexe2x80x99s physical, mental, and financial health. We also provide opportunities to keep skills relevant through certifications, learning, and diverse work experiences. Wexe2x80x99re proud to be consistently recognized as one of the Worldxe2x80x99s Best Workplacesxe2x84xa2.Join Accenture to work at the heart of change.Visit us atEqual Employment Opportunity StatementAll employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, colour, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by applicable law.Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.

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