Audit Specialist

Audit Specialist – Edinburgh Job Description

We are seeking an Internal Audit Specialist to support the Internal Audit team’s delivery of audit work across the Investments audit team. The role focuses on assisting with audit delivery, supporting audit plan development, and ensuring audit findings are communicated effectively.

• Support the development of the audit plan through research, stakeholder engagement, and auditing insights.
• Assist Audit Manager and Senior Manager in maintaining relationships with key stakeholders.
• Plan, scope, and perform audit work, potentially acting as Audit Lead.
• Analyse identified issues, determine root causes, and report findings with timely follow‑up.
• Ensure audit documentation meets methodology and quality requirements.
• Communicate audit findings effectively to senior business management.
• Validate issue resolution and report on business closure of issues.
• Act as a role model for IA’s vision, culture, strategy, and plan.
• Focus IA work on high‑risk areas and support less experienced colleagues.
• Collaborate with other audit delivery teams to achieve quality and timely completion of audits.

• Good understanding of internal audit standards and practices.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Effective stakeholder engagement and influence at all levels.
• Degree level education with relevant professional qualification or experience in accounting, audit, or risk.

We offer 40 days annual leave, 16% employer pension contribution, discretionary performance‑based bonus (where applicable), private healthcare, and flexible benefits such as gym discounts, season ticket loans, and an employee discount portal.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident and Committed employer. If you have a disability, please let us know and we will support you through your application. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all differences are valued and discrimination is prevented.