Job Description

SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR

Salary: Up to 50,000 dependent on skills and experience

Permanent

Hybrid working (office based in Birmingham) - Currently 2 days in the office per week, with some flexibility required to meet business needs

Closing Date: 11

th

December 2025

As a proud mutual since 1841, Wesleyan is committed to creating brighter financial futures for our customers and members. We specialise in providing financial services to some of the nation's most trusted professions: GPs, hospital doctors, dentists, and teachers.


To find out more about what we do, visit our website: https://www.wesleyan.co.uk/about


We are proud supporters of the ABI Making Flexible Work campaign which means we are open to discuss flexible working, job shares and part time options.

About the Role

This is a hybrid position within our Corporate Audit Team, working between home and our Head Office in Birmingham, with occasional travel to other sites.


We're looking for someone curious and ambitious to join us as a Senior Internal Auditor. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or part-qualified auditor who's ready to take the next step in their career. You'll be responsible for leading and delivering audits across the Society and providing assurance over transformation projects in a rapidly changing environment.


Corporate Audit's mission is to be a trusted critical friend--adding value through assurance and consulting and leaving the business stronger than before.

What You'll Do

Lead and deliver risk-based internal audits in line with professional standards, our methodology and budget. Engage with stakeholders across the business, building strong relationships and acting as a source of insight and challenge. Prepare clear, impactful audit reports for senior management. Identify opportunities for consultative work to support risk assessment and process development. Follow up on recommendations and escalate concerns where necessary. Lead and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and maintain your continuing professional development requirements. Provide insight to shape the Audit Plan, including root cause analysis, horizon scanning and observations. Present your recommendation of proposed audits to the Head of Corporate Audit.

What We're Looking For

Internal audit experience (essential), ideally with exposure to change or transformation projects. Regulated industry experience is desirable, but we welcome candidates from other sectors. A curious, analytical mindset with strong decision-making skills. Interest in AI, data analytics and innovation, and enthusiasm for working in a dynamic, evolving environment. Professional qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIA, CIIA) or working towards one. Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively at all levels.

Why Join Us?

You'll have the chance to influence meaningful change, work on exciting transformation projects, and develop your career in a supportive team that values curiosity and continuous improvement.

Benefits:

Annual Performance based Bonus - based on a mixture of company and personal performance 28 days annual leave (plus 1 additional "culture day" & bank holidays) - increases to 30 days with 5 years' service Company pension scheme - matched plus 2% (up to 10%) Free secure underground Birmingham city centre parking (available on weekends for personal use - subject to availability) Cashback and discounts on major brands in retail, leisure, health, and wellbeing Enhanced maternity & paternity pay 2 volunteering days per year


To find out more about some of the great benefits Wesleyan offer, visit our careers page: https://careers.wesleyan.co.uk/applicantPortal/rewards

What to know before applying:

Equal Opportunities:

Wesleyan are an equal opportunities employer. We know the best teams are made up of inclusive groups of diverse people where everyone's contribution counts, and we believe everyone has the right to proudly be themselves. We're building a culture where difference is actively encouraged and simply recruit the best people for the job irrespective of lifestyle, life history and life choices.

Reasonable Adjustments:

We understand that there are a wide range of reasons that you may require reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process- please let us know in your application how we can best support you.

VISA Sponsorship:

We are unable to provide VISA sponsorship, and therefore cannot employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK - within our recruitment process you will be asked to provide evidence of your Right to Work.

Advert Closing:

We typically advertise for two weeks, though we reserve the right to close adverts early if we receive a high volume of applications; we would therefore recommend an early application if you'd like to be considered for our opportunities.

Regulatory Requirements:

Please note this is role is subject to regulatory requirements. As a financial services organisation we are committed to adopting the highest standards and we do this by employing individuals with the appropriate skills, experience and integrity to protect the Wesleyan Group and our customers. Relevant checks and assessments will be carried out during the recruitment process. The nature of the checks will depend on whether the role is subject to the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR) or the Insurance Distribution Directive Please note a criminal record check and credit check will apply and this role is also subject to ongoing checks in line with the Group SMCR Framework (Fit & Proper Policy).