Senior Auditor | S2 | Internal Audit | Milton Keynes

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Senior Auditor | S2 | Internal Audit | Milton Keynes

Country:
United Kingdom

IT STARTS HERE
Santander () is evolving from  a global, high-impact brand  into a  technology-driven organisation , and our people are at the heart of this journey.  Together , we are driving a  customer-centric transformation  that values bold  thinking, innovation , and the  courage to challenge  what's possible.
This is more than a strategic shift.  It's a chance for driven professionals to grow, learn, and make a real difference .
Our mission is to contribute to help more  people and businesses prosper . We embrace a strong risk culture and all our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.
Santander Internal Audit is the team that provides independent assurance. We evaluate whether risk management, governance, and internal control processes are effective, efficient, and aligned with regulatory and strategic objectives. As a member of the Internal Audit department, we expect you to share our passion about adding value to our people, customers, communities and stakeholders.
THE DIFFERENCE YOU MAKE
Internal Audit  is looking for a  Senior IT Auditor  based out of  Milton Keynes .
As a Senior IT Auditor, you will play a key role in protecting the integrity and resilience of Santander's technology and information security landscape. Your mission is to deliver independent, high-quality assurance on the effectiveness of IT and cyber risk management, governance, and control processes across the Bank.
We're  shaping the way we work  through innovation, cutting-edge technology, collaboration and the freedom to explore new ideas. To succeed in this role, you will be responsible for:
Contributing to the delivery of IT, payments, and cyber audits by leading defined sections under the direction of an Audit Lead, applying curiosity, analytical thinking, and professional scepticism to understand key risks, identify root causes, challenge constructively, and support the development of practical recommendations that drive meaningful improvement..

Use digital tools, artificial intelligence, automation, and analytics to drive assurance outcomes quality, efficiency, and insight - enabling a smarter, data-driven approach to auditing.

Building trusted relationships through clear communication, collaboration, and empathy - both across the business and within Internal Audit teams, ensuring insight is understood, shared, and acted upon.

Demonstrating strong personal standards of quality, collaboration, and accountability, fostering an inclusive and supportive audit culture where diverse perspectives are valued, learning is shared, and audit approaches are adapted with flexibility and agility to meet evolving business models and emerging technologies.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING
Our people are our greatest strength. Every individual contributes unique perspectives that make us stronger as a team and as an organisation. We're  enabling teams to go beyond  by valuing who they are and empowering what they bring.
The following requirements represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential for success in this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Professional Experience
IT, cyber-security, or payment risks and controls expertise, including the ability to assess the effectiveness of these controls to ensure risks are suitably identified, assessed and managed. Experience in an internal audit role is advantageous. (Required)

Alternatively, experience in a relevant technical role within IT, cyber-security or payments, which has given you a strong understanding of  systems, processes and industry-specific challenges. (Required)

Analytical thinking, professional scepticism, and a risk-sensing mindset - enabling you to assess risks, identify root causes, anticipate emerging trends, and shape forward-looking assurance and advice. (Required)

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