Job Description

Vacancy type

Current vacancies

Profession

Administration & Support

Location

Manchester

Description

Risk & Audit Assistant

Manchester

Part-time (22.5 hours per week), Permanent

ABOUT THE ROLE

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We are seeking to appoint a part time (3 days) Risk and Audit Assistant to support the Group Head of Risk & Audit in executing the day-to-day duties of the function. Your key duties will include:


Internal Audit


Assist in designing of annual internal Audit Programme of Work. Plan and execute internal audits according to internal audit procedures and CIIA / IPPF standards. Review and assess the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls. Review controls for compliance with established internal policies, procedures, and relevant regulation and legislation. Identify and assess of risk areas and control weaknesses. Perform audit testing to ensure activity under review is compliant with internal policies / procedures and evaluate the nature and potential impact on detected non-compliance. Formulate appropriate recommendations to the activity under review. Review and agree findings with control operators. Assist in writing quality, accurate reports highlighting key findings, conclusions and provide recommendations for timely review with the relevant stakeholders. Prepare quality working papers for review by Group Head of Risk & Audit. Assist in maintaining and following up on the open management action log.

Risk Management


In line with BDP's ISO accreditations, assist the Group Head of Risk & Audit in maintaining the corporate and strategic risk management framework and Group risk register.

J-SOX Compliance


Assist in documenting and testing internal controls over IT and financial reporting, to complete regulatory reporting on the internal control framework, control implementation, control deficiencies and their remediation, to ensure that all J-SOX deliverables and deadlines are met.

Additional Duties


Assist the Group Head of Risk & Audit in document preparation to support internal governance committee and reporting. Assist with any as hoc projects as required by the Risk & Audit management.

Desirable


Experience in financial controls and management accounting. Knowledge of cyber risk, management and reduction. Knowledge in Occupational Health & Safety controls. Knowledge of ISO modules such as ISO9001, ISO45001, ISO50001. Working experience and knowledge of IT systems, software, networks, and IT concepts sufficient to be able to conduct internal control reviews and internal audits.

About us


BDP is a leading, global, multidisciplinary design practice united by a shared purpose: to design a world that's built for good. For more than 60 years, we've been solving problems, creating innovative spaces, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From the start, we've been pioneers in the world of design, and our legacy is built on the meaningful, people-centred places we've brought to life.


We are a diverse, international practice of architects, engineers, designers, and urbanists. We work closely with our clients, users, and communities to craft spaces for living, working, learning, and enjoying life across the globe. With studios spanning the UK, Ireland, Europe, Asia, and North America, our reach is as broad as our expertise. And since joining forces with Japan's Nippon Koei in 2016, our ability to deliver integrated, impactful design has only grown stronger.


Our work is rooted in creativity, quality, and collaboration. We believe that great design removes barriers and opens new possibilities, all while meeting the demands of a constantly evolving world. Whether we're designing homes, workplaces, or public spaces, we always put people at the heart of our thinking, ensuring that the environments we create are not just functional, but also inclusive, beautiful, and socially and environmentally responsible.


We're proud of the places we've shaped and the lives we've touched, and we are committed to continuing our mission of designing a better, more connected world--one that leaves every place better than we found it.

ABOUT YOU

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Experience / skills / qualifications required:


Candidate should possess a recognised internal audit or accounting qualification (e.g. CIMA, ACCA, CIA) Proactive individual with strong organisational, written and verbal communication skills. Deadline driven, flexible attitude to be able to manage competing priorities. This is a dynamic and global business, and the successful candidate will need to be flexible with a can-do attitude. Responsive to ad hoc tasks and ready to react promptly to information requests from across the business. Ability to motivate, manage, plan and deliver own work, ensuring that changing short, medium and long-term demands and deadlines are met. Strong communication skills are essential - both written and verbal.

BDP OFFERS

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In return, BDP can offer you a wide range of learning opportunities to encourage personal and professional career development. From sponsorship to profession led CPD events, we also offer annual appraisals and a mentoring scheme that is supported by our internal online learning platform.


We are committed to being an employer of choice and offer a competitive remuneration and benefits package that includes an employee profit share scheme, tax efficient smart benefits, private medical insurance, life insurance, long term sickness insurance, interest free season ticket loans, health screening, opportunity to buy/swap holidays and enhanced maternity and paternity provision, plus many more.


We offer regular international, and studio based social, sporting and charitable events. Some recent events include month-end socials, a hiking club, wellbeing webinars and toolbox talks. Our variety of employee forums gives everyone the platform to have a voice and be heard which drives cultural changes and helps to create an engaged, inclusive organisation.


To find out on more detail about what BDP can offer you, please visit: https://www.bdp.com/en/careers-at-bdp/why-join-bdp/.

TO APPLY

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To apply please click on the 'Apply' button below. You will then need to complete the online application form and attach a CV and cover letter (<400 words) that outlines how your skills and experience fulfil the requirements of this position.


BDP is actively fostering an inclusive organisation where people can be themselves and everyone has a sense of belonging. We want our teams to be diverse at every level, reflecting the communities we design for. As designers, we will create spaces for all that promote equity, wellbeing and participation within the built environment. We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with different skills, professional and life experiences, to join us and help us to achieve our aspirations. We also welcome applications from candidates who wish to work flexibly. BDP also operates a hybrid working policy which is usually three days in the office and two days working from home.

No agency or third-party applications please.