Internal Audit Manager

Internal Audit Manager

Cheadle

£44,200 - £59,800

Are you an experienced Internal Audit professional looking to step into a high-profile leadership role where you can genuinely influence organisational strategy, governance, and risk management?

We're partnering with a large international organisation to recruit an Internal Audit Manager who will lead and shape the audit function across complex UK and global operations. This is a newly created position offering significant visibility, senior stakeholder exposure, and the opportunity to drive meaningful organisational improvement.

The Opportunity

This is far more than a traditional audit role.

You'll be responsible for providing independent assurance across the organisation, identifying key risks, evaluating controls, and ensuring governance frameworks are fit for purpose. Working closely with senior leadership, executive teams, and board-level stakeholders, you'll play a central role in helping the organisation make informed, risk-aware decisions.

You'll also lead a small team while influencing change across multiple business areas and international operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the internal audit strategy and annual audit programme
• Assess risk, governance frameworks, and internal controls across the organisation
• Deliver clear, actionable audit findings and recommendations
• Support and engage with Audit Committee activity and board reporting
• Partner with senior leaders to strengthen organisational accountability and performance
• Monitor the implementation of audit actions and continuous improvement initiatives
• Build strong relationships across UK and international stakeholders
• Provide independent challenge while maintaining objectivity and professional integrity

About You

You'll be a confident and credible audit professional who is comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders and translating complex risks into practical business recommendations.

We're looking for:

• At least 6 years' Internal Audit experience
• Previous people management experience
• Strong knowledge of governance, risk management and assurance
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience within a complex, multi-site or international environment
• A degree in Audit, Finance, Accounting, Business Management or a related discipline
• CIA, IIA or other recognised Internal Audit qualifications
• Experience within the charity, NGO or international non-profit sector
• Exposure to compliance, regulatory frameworks or donor-funded environments
• Strong analytical and audit reporting capabilities