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£40k-£60k
Typical base salary
12 wks
Replacement guarantee
Risk and controls knowledge
Ask how they've identified a real control weakness and its impact.
Independence and rigour
Look for someone who tests properly and reports without fear or favour.
Influence and tact
Findings must be acted on. Probe how they get buy-in rather than defensiveness.
How to run the hire
1. Define the audit scope
Be clear on the areas, risks and any standards involved.
2. Score for rigour and influence
Weight sharp analysis and the ability to be heard.
3. Source and screen
Approach candidates with relevant audit and sector experience.
4. Test with a scenario
Use a control weakness to hear how they'd investigate and report it.
5. Reference impact
Confirm their findings led to real improvement.
Fees typically run 15-20% of first-year salary, capped and agreed upfront.
Nothing is due until your hire starts.
Usually 5-9 weeks.
Sector and any specific standards or regulations are the main variables.
An Internal Auditor independently reviews and tests a business's controls, processes and risk management - identifying weaknesses and recommending improvements.
They provide assurance to leadership that things work as they should.
Rigour and independence, plus the tact to get findings acted on rather than resented.
A sharp auditor who can't influence people has limited impact, so we screen for both.
Try: Tell me about a control weakness you found and its impact.
How do you get a defensive manager to act on your findings?
How do you plan an audit? and How do you stay independent?
Yes, across financial services, industry and the public sector.
We match sector and standards experience to your requirement.
Tell us about your role and a specialist finance recruiter will call you. No fee until your hire starts.
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