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The Internal Audit – Senior Manager plays a critical role in delivering Waystone's objective to consistently assess the adequacy and effectiveness of governance and management of risks, giving an evidence-based opinion on all aspects of governance, risk management and internal controls. As the third Line of Defense, Internal Audit focuses on designing, resourcing and implementing a robust framework and team fit for the size, nature and complexity of the Waystone Group. The Internal Audit Senior Manager plays a supporting role to the Group Head of Internal Audit. Holding a position in the third Line of Defense, Internal Audit will perform risk based audit testing on Waystone entities. This role will be responsible for performing testing indicated on the Internal Audit Program as agreed and support the Group Head of Internal Audit in the continual augmentation of the Internal Audit Program in line with the needs and growth of the Group.
Job Responsibility:
Working with the Group Head of Internal Audit to help shape and continuously improve the internal audit framework, methodology and supporting documentation
Support the build-out of the Internal Audit team, including assessing capacity/capability and helping to recruit as required
Contribute to the multi-year audit plan and annual refresh, ensuring coverage remains aligned to the Group's evolving risk profile
Plan and deliver audit engagements from scoping through fieldwork, documentation and report issuance
Produce clear reporting for relevant Boards, Risk Committees and senior management, highlighting key themes, root causes and actions
Set objectives and metrics to monitor delivery, quality and impact across the audit portfolio
Support ad-hoc reviews and investigations as requested by governance committees
Build trusted relationships with stakeholders and clearly explain audit scope, approach and expectations
Ensure audit workpapers, testing and conclusions are well evidenced, consistent and appropriate to local regulatory and business context
Provide timely updates throughout the engagement and communicate emerging issues early
Draft, finalise and present audit reports and key messages to relevant governance forums
Maintain strong technical knowledge of audit, risk and controls, and stay current on relevant regulatory and industry developments
Allocate work effectively across the team, matching assignments to skills and balancing priorities and deadlines
Coach team members through planning, testing and reporting to deliver high-quality outcomes
Work constructively with auditees to validate facts, agree actions and support effective issue resolution
Support hiring, onboarding and development of internal audit team members
Contribute to workstream planning and day-to-day people management
Create and maintain development plans and provide regular feedback to support performance and growth
Agree clear objectives with direct reports and review progress throughout the year
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) and an internationally recognised professional qualification in audit, risk, compliance or a related discipline
CIA, CPA (or similar) is desirable
8–10 years' relevant experience, with exposure to asset management and/or financial services preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong people leadership skills and the ability to balance competing deadlines and stakeholders
Proven stakeholder management and influencing skills, with confidence engaging at senior levels
What we offer:
A key role with visibility across the Group and exposure to senior stakeholders
Opportunities to shape and mature an evolving internal audit function
Support for professional development and continuous learning