IT Senior Internal Auditor

Location London
Discipline: Audit, Risk & Compliance
Job type: Contract
Contact name: Aston
Contact email: aston@weareedenbrook.com
Job ref: J5802
Published: 28 days ago
A leading specialty insurer is seeking an experienced IT Internal Audit Senior to join its European Internal Audit team in London. This role supports UK and European operations, delivering high-quality IT internal audit work across a broad range of systems and business processes. The position offers exposure to senior stakeholders, diverse audit assignments and close collaboration with international audit teams within a growing organisation. Key Responsibilities • Plan, manage and execute end-to-end IT internal audits across UK and European entities • Develop audit test plans and perform IT audit fieldwork, ensuring high-quality documentation and evidence • Support annual IT JSOx/internal controls testing, including system walkthroughs and process documentation • Present audit findings and recommendations to stakeholders, including senior management • Monitor remediation activities and perform follow-up testing on control improvements • Conduct IT controls and process testing across key business areas (e.g. underwriting, claims, finance, IT, risk and compliance) • Document audit activities within audit management systems and maintain accurate workpapers • Produce clear and concise audit reports, including root cause analysis, risk assessment and recommendations • Ensure timely resolution of review points raised by Internal Audit management • Support audit-related administration, reporting and advisory activities, including system implementation projects • Maintain awareness of relevant regulatory, technological and auditing developments Required Experience and Qualifications • Minimum 3 years’ experience leading IT internal audits • Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent experience) • Strong understanding of IT audit methodologies, controls and risk frameworks • Proven ability to plan and deliver audits end-to-end Desired • Professional certification (e.g. CISA, CISM, CIA) or willingness to obtain • Experience within insurance or financial services • Familiarity with audit management tools (e.g. Audit Board) • Knowledge of IT and security frameworks (e.g. COBIT, ITIL, ISO 27001) • Willingness to travel within Europe (~10%)