About the role
It's an exciting time to join our AXA Group Internal Audit (GIA) team here at AXA. We're looking for an experienced Senior Internal Auditor to join us on a 12 month basis to confidently execute and report on audit assignments providing timely independent assurance, and in doing so improving control culture.
As part of Group Internal Audit, you'll help the Board and Executive Management protect the assets, reputation and sustainability of the organisation by providing an independent and objective assurance activity designed to add value and improve the organisation's operations. GIA help the organisation to achieve its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes, whilst complying with professional standards for internal audit.
At AXA we work smart, empowering our people to balance their time between home and the office in a way that works best for them, their team and our customers. You'll work at least 40% of your week away from home, either at one of our office locations, visiting clients or attending industry events. We're also happy to consider flexible working arrangements, such as part-time or condensed hours, which you can discuss with Talent Acquisition.
What you'll be doing:
Execute completion of all phases of the audit process for assigned audits to the required Group and IIA standards and in line with the audit plan approved by the AXA UK Audit Committee.
Develop and maintains a strong understanding of key business risks in the areas covered, including emerging risks.
Maintain good awareness of significant developments within the financial services industry and apply knowledge to internal audit activity.
Establish strong risk assessments and audit programmes for the audits covered.
Work with management as they develop action plans which adequately address the issues, track action plans to assist with a timely resolution.
Provide ideas and input to the continuous improvement of GIA processes.
Develop auditors and apprentices who are working on the same projects.
Complete Audit Feedback Forms (Self-Assessments) promptly and seek feedback.
Due to the number of applications we expect to receive for this role, we reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the listed closing date to ensure we're able to effectively manage interest. Therefore, if you're interested in joining us at AXA, please don't hesitate to apply.
About you
We know that some candidates may be discouraged from applying if they don't meet every requirement. If you're excited by this job and the prospect of working at AXA but you're not sure you tick every box, we'd still encourage you to apply.
What we're looking for:
Resilience under pressure, work effectively alone or as part of a team.
Strong objective thinking demonstrating sound judgement.
Ability to influence at management level.
Excellent networking and influencing skills.
Commercial business experience in one or more of Financial Services, Insurance or Internal Audit/similar control function.
Significant knowledge of audit practices and techniques.
University degree or equivalent.
Professional Qualification e.g. ACCA, ACA, CIMA, CIA, PIIA, AAT.
As a precondition of employment for this role, you must be eligible and authorised to work in the United Kingdom.
What we offer
At AXA UK, we're appreciative of the people who work for us and our rewards package is reviewed regularly to reflect that. You can expect to receive:
Competitive annual salary dependent on experience
Private Healthcare Cover
Annual company & performance-based bonus
Contributory pension scheme (up to 12% employer contributions)
Life Assurance (up to 10 x annual salary)
28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
Opportunity to buy up to 5 extra days leave or sell up to 5 days leave
AXA employee discounts
Gym benefits
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About AXA
With a presence in over 60 countries, and 165,000 employees serving the needs of 107 million customers, AXA is big.
But never too big to care for every single person who works here. So when you join us, we promise to put our collective might behind you and your career.
You'll work in an open and supportive environment where you'll be developed, challenged and encouraged to move around to achieve even bigger and better things – nationally and internationally. You'll learn directly from senior leaders, from the best in our business. And you'll enjoy real responsibility, really early on.
Every large company today talks about supporting diversity and inclusion. But at AXA UK, these values form an integral part of everything we do. For us, it's about bringing together the best talent, helping people to realise their full potential by being 100% themselves at work and delivering outstanding service to everyone – regardless of difference.
AXA UK Support Functions power AXA's three customer-facing business units, providing the infrastructure, support and expertise to ensure our customers can always count on us. Whether you've got heaps of experience and qualifications behind you, or you're just starting out, we'll give you the support and opportunities to help you grow and develop with confidence.
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