Risk Assurance Manager

Risk Assurance Manager

We are searching for an experienced Risk Assurance Manager

Make an Impact at RSM UK

At RSM, our consulting team brings together diverse advisory experts to deliver our six core solutions : business transformation, forensic, deal services, restructuring, finance function support, and risk and governance.

Our solutions are designed to address the unique needs, challenges, and opportunities our clients face as they strive to achieve their aspirations and organisational goals. Whether it’s supporting global expansion, developing acquisition strategies, facilitating private equity investments, or collaborating with boards to manage risk and governance, our consulting experts work as one cohesive team. We prioritise simplicity, providing data-driven insights, value-added assurance, and high-quality execution to empower our clients in building sustainable, future-fit businesses.

It’s an exciting time to join our consulting team, as we embark on ambitious growth plans that promise to create diverse career opportunities. We are committed to enhancing our six solutions, expanding and developing our team of expert consultants, embracing a digital-first approach, strengthening our global presence, and building strong client relationships.

Due to the continued success of RSM’s Internal Audit function, we are looking for a Risk Assurance Manager to take the next step in their career.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure to high profile organisations, working directly with Directors and Partners, and support the continued development and growth of RSM in Scotland and beyond.

The Risk Assurance Services faculty has over 250 dedicated professionals in the UK and is one of the largest providers of internal audit, internal controls and technology risk services. We serve corporate, financial services and not for profit organisations nationally.

Risk Assurance provides a range of services including co-source and outsource internal audit, controls over financial reporting (SOX) and third-party controls assurance spanning business and technology controls.

• Identify, develop and convert opportunities for services to new and existing clients.
• Manage a portfolio of clients (or a major client) and range of assignments, along with delivering key aspects of internal audit, controls assurance and advisory services. This can include a range of listed and privately-owned organisations
• Plan and manage all aspects of the allocated audit deliveries, including :
• Good understanding of key risks and controls
• Development of audit programmes
• Work-papers and testing, including the supervision and review of work completed by more junior staff
• Reporting, including the development of high-quality reports
• Regular reporting of progress and findings to the Engagement Leaders
• Tracking of key deadlines and budget overruns
• Work as an individual or lead / supervise more junior team members to delivery high quality reviews, within the expected timelines, budgets and RSM standards
• Effectively manage own and the team time

Are you someone who thrives on variety, loves learning new things, and enjoys connecting with people? If you can spot inefficiencies in everyday life and are passionate about making improvements, this role is perfect for you!

We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here’s what we’re looking for in our ideal candidate :

• Professionally qualified (ACA, ACCA, IIA), or other relevant qualification
• Professionally qualified (ACA, ACCA, IIA), or other relevant qualification
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight as required
• Experienced in working with large, complex, listed and privately-owned organisations
• Demonstrable experience in managing internal audit reviews, controls assurance and advisory service engagement
• Demonstrable experience in testing and documenting controls
• Demonstrable experience in proactively managing multiple tasks and junior members
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Staff management and development experience

We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have fulfilling experience, both in and out of work.

• Hybrid and Flexible working
• 27 Days Holiday (with the option of purchasing additional day
• Lifestyle, Health, and Wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP
• Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our inhouse Talent Development team