Sr Analyst, Audit

About the Role

Working in the S&P Global Internal Audit team, you will support a hybrid portfolio of deliverables—including risk‑based audit, advisory projects, and Audit Operations activities—across the globe, under the direction of the Director and Senior Director in the United Kingdom.

• Support and execute end‑to‑end audit engagements (planning, fieldwork and reporting) in line with the annual audit plan, departmental methodology and IIA standards, ensuring timely and high‑quality delivery.
• Perform risk‑based testing to assess the design and operating effectiveness of key controls, clearly identifying control gaps, root causes and associated risks.
• Apply professional judgment to determine audit focus areas, depth of testing and prioritisation of risks in line with business context.
• Prepare clear, concise and well‑structured audit reports that articulate findings, root causes, impacts and practical recommendations.
• Engage effectively with management, communicating audit issues with clarity, confidence and appropriate challenge.
• Partner with management to agree practical risk‑aligned action plans and coordinate follow‑up to support timely remediation.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with business unit management, acting as a trusted objective advisor while maintaining independence.
• Leverage data analytics, automation and emerging technologies to enhance audit efficiency, coverage and insight.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of Internal Audit practices by staying current on audit standards, best practices, tools and industry developments.
• Demonstrate integrity, professional scepticism and adherence to the IIA Code of Ethics and Internal Audit Standards at all times.

• 3‑5 years of experience in internal audit or related control functions, preferably within financial services.
• Actively pursuing a professional qualification (CIA, ACCA, ACA, CISA or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of internal controls, risk assessment and audit methodologies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Experience executing audits independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines.

• Big4 audit experience.
• Exposure to IT, data or integrated audits.
• Familiarity with data analytics tools (Alteryx, PowerBI, Tableau).
• Exposure to Generative AI use cases in audit.

• 2:1 undergraduate degree in any discipline or equivalent.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Professional certifications (CIA, ACCA, ACA, CISA or equivalent) preferred.

• Competitive compensation package and excellent benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement, parental leave and other family‑friendly perks.
• Access to cutting‑edge technology and data analytics tools.
• Hybrid working environment (flexible office attendance).
• Opportunities for global travel and advancement within a 30+ geography firm.

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