Technology External Assurance Manager
1 day ago
Manchester
Audit & Risk Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with one of the UK's leading financial services organisations in their search for a Technology External Assurance Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly respected and forward-thinking business that places technology and innovation at the heart of its strategy. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing third-party IT assurance, IT supplier risk management, and information security oversight, ensuring compliance within a complex and regulated environment. You will also lead a growing team, developing their IT Risk and control capabilities across the business. • Based in London, Staines and Leeds., • Flexible hybrid working policy looking for as little as 1-2 times per month in office!, • Salary: £65,000-£80,000 DOE and location Key Responsibilities • Lead and deliver end-to-end supplier assurance across onboarding and ongoing monitoring activities., • Conduct and oversee supplier IT audits, IT risk assessments, and IT due diligence reviews., • Review supplier contracts to ensure alignment with internal policies and regulatory standards., • Prepare and present risk assessment papers and assurance reports to senior stakeholders., • Track and manage the remediation of findings, ensuring effective and timely closure of issues., • Oversee metrics, reporting, and quality assurance across the Technology External Assurance function., • Identify and drive process improvements, including digitisation and automation of assurance processes., • Support ad-hoc customer assurance and technology risk projects as required. Candidate Profile • Experienced assurance, IT audit, IT Internal Audit or IT Risk professional with a strong background in supplier or third-party assurance., • Prior experience in a regulated financial services environment (FCA, UK GDPR, or similar). (not essential), • Professional certifications such as CISA, CISM, CISSP, or IIA desirable., • Strong understanding of IT controls and information security and IT risk frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls)., • Proven experience in conducting and managing control reviews, audits, and risk assessments., • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills., • Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Benefits & Culture This financial services organisation offers a supportive, flexible, and inclusive working culture, with a strong focus on employee wellbeing and professional growth. Benefits include: • 25 days annual leave (with the option to buy or sell additional days), • Private healthcare and enhanced pension contributions, • Annual performance-based bonus, • Life assurance and comprehensive wellbeing initiatives, • Access to gyms or local fitness discounts, • Hybrid and family-friendly working options