Internal Auditor Job at USS (Liverpool)

Internal Auditor

USS

Location:
United Kingdom , Liverpool

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

When you join USS, the size and scale of our pension scheme means you will have numerous opportunities to learn and develop your career. Given our size you'll have real autonomy and influence as you collaborate closely with a wide-ranging team of experts. Our office is a vibrant place to work, and we offer flexibility of office/homeworking due to our hybrid model. In your role as Internal Auditor you will make a meaningful and valued contribution from the outset. This role will provide a great opportunity to provide independent, objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value and improve USS’s operations. The Internal Auditor helps USS accomplish its objectives by evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.

Job Responsibility:

Provide input into audit plan development so that plans are risk-based and align with USS’s strategic priorities
Work with the Pensions Audit Manager, and supported by other members of the IA team, conduct internal audits across all parts of USS’s Pensions and Group Functions segments
Prepare clear, concise audit reports with actionable recommendations
Present findings to auditees
Track and follow up remediation actions
Build strong relationships with business units, Risk and Compliance teams
Carry out audits in accordance with the USS IA Audit Manual, Global Institute of Internal Audit (IIA) Standards and Internal Audit Code of Practice
Undertake mandatory training and maintain Continuous Professional Development requirements
Leverage Data Analytics tools throughout the audit lifecycle to enhance the effectiveness of the team’s assurance capabilities
Support the IA team’s adoption of Artificial Intelligence tools to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of IA’s assurance capabilities

Requirements:

Degree level (or equivalent) learning
Professional certification (e.g., CIA, ACA, ACCA, CISA) preferred
Some experience of internal audit, external audit, risk management or compliance monitoring roles in financial services
Knowledge of UK regulatory frameworks (TPR, FCA) and IIA Standards
Inquisitive with strong analytical and critical thinking skills
High integrity and professional scepticism
Excellent written and verbal communication, and ability to convey messages clearly
Ability to challenge constructively and influence change
Aptitude to work with data
Proficiency in audit software and data analytics tools

What we offer:

Great starting salary
Generous annual leave package
Access to a high quality pension scheme provided through Universities Superannuation Scheme
Supportive people policies (including enhanced occupational sickness pay and family friendly pay)
Financial contributions towards your personal development to help you maintain your physical and mental wellbeing
Access to a range of health and wellbeing services i.e., private healthcare, discounted gym membership
Learning and development opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and talent
Employee Volunteer Day’s to support the communities where you work and live
Cycle to Work Scheme

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 04, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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