Job Description

Join Our International Audit Team

Are you an early-career audit professional looking to grow in a dynamic, technology-driven environment? We're seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to join our supportive team and help us shape the future of digital education.

About the Role

As Senior Internal Auditor, you'll report to the Internal Audit Director and play a key role in reviewing financial, operational, and technology processes across our global business. You'll gain exposure to a fast-evolving international ed-tech landscape, develop your skills, and contribute to strengthening our internal controls and risk management.

Location

- This is a hybrid role and can be worked from home alongside our office in central London or Belfast. The role also involves up to 10% international travel.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver audit fieldwork: Support audit planning, scoping, data analysis, fieldwork and documentation of work papers on time and in line with departmental policies and internal audit standards. Collaborate and advise: Discuss audit observations with management and agree on practical, risk-mitigating actions. Communicate insights: Prepare sections of draft audit reports for review by the audit manager or director. Lead audits (as opportunities arise): Take ownership of smaller audits or specific areas within larger reviews. Support special projects: Contribute to ad-hoc reviews and investigations as needed. Foster stakeholder relationships: Build positive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders across the business. Follow-up actions: Monitor the implementation and closure of agreed actions by working closely with business owners. Develop your skills: Stay up to date with audit techniques and champion continuous improvement in the way we work.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a bright, self-motivated professional with a passion for learning and a commercial mindset. You'll bring:


Recently qualified with professional experience in a top 10 audit firm or within internal audit for a medium/large organisation Experience in external/internal audit and/or risk Analytical and data-driven approach to audits Strong collaboration and communication skills across locations
Desirable:


Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., IDEA, Tableau, Alteryx) Assurance over mergers & acquisitions or transformation projects Knowledge of regulatory compliance areas (ESG, safeguarding, data privacy)

Rewards & Benefits

We're proud to offer a competitive package designed to support you and your family, including:


Competitive salary 25 days' annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year up to 30 days - plus the option to buy/sell up to 5 extra days per year Outstanding pension plan - we double your contributions Comprehensive healthcare: private dental, medical, digital GP service Additional perks: season ticket loan, free eye tests, cycle to work scheme, volunteering days, employee wellbeing support, discounts on retail and leisure, and more Explore our full benefits here: Pearson Jobs - Benefits

Why Join Us?

Step into a role where your expertise and curiosity help drive real change. Be part of a company that values innovation, continuous learning, and the wellbeing of its people. If you're ready to take the next step in your audit career, we'd love to hear from you!


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Who we are:

At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson.


Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.


If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.

Job:

Finance

Job Family:

ENTERPRISE

Organization:

Corporate Finance

Schedule:

FULL_TIME

Workplace Type:

Hybrid

Req ID:

21559