Audit and Advisory Manager - IT

TransUnion is a major credit reference agency, and we offer specialist services in fraud, identity and risk management, automated decisioning and demographics. We support organizations across a variety of sectors including finance, retail, telecommunications, utilities, gaming, government and insurance.Audit and Advisory Manager – ITWe are looking for an experienced IT professional to join our UK Audit and Advisory team.This position will report directly to the Global Audit & Advisory (GAA) Director in the UK and will work closely with other UK & EU GAA Team Associates on key IT audit projects, advisory work and initiatives. The successful candidate will need to work closely with IT operations, programs / projects, security and data teams across the organization to understand and identify risks. They will need to be comfortable in engaging stakeholders at all levels to ensure that audit and advisory projects add value to the business and lead to an efficient and effective control environment. This “hands on” role also has high visibility to senior management and will involve operating in a complex and transforming IT environment.Day to Day You’ll Be:Assisting with risk assessment and the development of a flexible annual IT audit and advisory plan.Working closely with IT leadership and stakeholders across the business. Developing strong, professional and independent relationships and a comprehensive understanding of the IT risk landscape, current initiatives, plans and programs. This includes attending IT monitoring forums and steering committees.Delivering risk-based internal audit projects over IT operations, general controls and security, including assessing the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls and testing compliance with policy, laws and regulations. Clearly defining the objective and scope of each review, employing critical thinking and appropriate testing methodologies. Communication and reporting at the conclusion of each audit, obtaining agreement on root cause of issues and management action plans.Delivering advisory / consultancy reviews and health checks over key areas of IT strategy, transformation, system implementations and cloud arrangements. Interviewing IT teams, reviewing documentation, challenging the progress of projects / programs, workstreams, risks and controls, including readiness for key milestones or stage gate decisions. Supporting the GAA Director in distilling complex and technical messages and observations to key IT stakeholders and executive members. Preparing materials for the quarterly Audit & Risk Committee and other key forums.Assisting with the organization’s compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements in IT control areas.Supporting with GAA strategic initiatives to continuously improve the effectiveness and value of the function, including tools and techniques, innovation and upskilling the wider team in respect of IT related areas.Overseeing the work of other GAA team members as necessary and supporting the career development goals of the team by providing regular feedback, coaching, and development opportunities.Either direct experience of working in, or the delivery of audit / assurance over, IT operations and controls, including IT general controls, cloud, product and software development lifecycles, change, security, performance and data.Either direct experience of working on, or the delivery of audit / assurance over, IT system or platform implementations and transformation, including governance structures, scope, planning, benefits realization, risk management, cost monitoring, third party management, change control and stakeholder management.Accreditation or qualifications in project management methodologies (e.g. Prince2 or Agile approaches) would be preferable.A practical understanding of the risks and mitigating controls associated with Cloud arrangements.Ability to operate in a complex and changing IT environment with the experience to challenge IT teams on project / program scope, risk, progress against and schedule and cost.Prior experience of working in or with high performing Internal Audit or Assurance teams.Excellent project management skills with the ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and deadlines.Must be able to make a meaningful contribution to drive strategic internal audit initiatives. Will be well versed in performance management and have the capability to be a strong business partner within the organization.They will see this role as an opportunity to transform and modernize the GAA activities globally, with opportunities to further their career within the company.As well as an excellent salary and bonus scheme or commission scheme (if joining our sales teams) our benefits package comes with:26 days’ annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service)Global paid wellness days off + a bonus day off to celebrate your birthdayA generous contributory pension scheme + access to the TransUnion Employee Stock Purchase PlanPrivate health care + a variety of physical, mental and financial fitness wellbeing programmes such as access to mindfulness toolsAccess to our diversity forums and communities so you can get involved in causes close to your heartTransUnion – a place to grow:We are open to exploring training and development opportunities for the right candidate to ensure you are successful.This is why we’ve set out to create inclusive and flexible policies and practices for you to accommodate all your responsibilities and needs: children, family and beyond. If the role is advertised as full time, don’t let this stop you from applying. Let us know if you’re looking for a part time or flexible working arrangement and we can discuss this with you.At TransUnion, we’re committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all individual’s talents and perspectives are valued. When you apply for a position with us, you’re not just joining a team, you’re becoming part of a community that celebrates differences and embraces equality. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to help you through the application process or to attend an interview with us by contacting ukrecruitment@transunion.Most of our recruitment processes are virtual, so you’ll get to know our hiring managers and teams over the phone and through video. If you are a recruitment agency on our PSL our talent team will contact you directly should we require any assistance.#LI-HybridFind out more about Life At TU UK:https://twitter.com/TransUnionUKThis is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionAccounting/Auditing and Information TechnologyIndustriesFinancial Services and IT Services and IT ConsultingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at TransUnion by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “Audit” roles.Halifax, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks agoGildersome, England, United Kingdom 4 days agoLeeds, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoLeeds, England, United Kingdom 2 days agoBradford, England, United Kingdom 4 days agoLeeds, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks agoHeckmondwike, England, United Kingdom 4 days agoCleckheaton, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoBradford, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks agoWest Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom 5 days agoNormanton, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks agoLeeds, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoRawdon, England, United Kingdom 4 weeks agoBarlborough, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoLeeds, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks agoLeeds, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoLeeds, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoElland, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoLeeds, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoLeeds, England, United Kingdom 5 days agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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