Senior Audit Manager (Commercial Banking)

TL;DR

Senior Audit Manager (Commercial Banking): Overseeing the end-to-end execution of audits and providing assurance on risk management and internal controls across commercial banking portfolios with an accent on strategic planning and stakeholder management. Focus on driving innovative audit delivery through data analytics, AI tools, and influencing executive-level decision-making.

Location: Must be based in the UK (London, Bristol, or Edinburgh) with a hybrid work pattern (at least 40% in-office).

Salary: £92,701–£134,830

Company

A major UK-based financial services group focused on transforming the future of finance through investment in technology and inclusive workplace culture.

What you will do

• Oversee and assure the delivery of multiple audits within the audit plan, personally leading complex or high-risk engagements.
• Structure audit portfolios, briefing Engagement Leads and monitoring progress against quality standards.
• Apply data-driven testing and emerging AI tools to improve audit efficiency and insight.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders, providing challenge and assurance on risk management.
• Coach and manage team members, fostering continuous development and high performance.
• Contribute to the strategic development of audit methods and team direction.

Requirements

• Must be based in the UK and able to work from London, Bristol, or Edinburgh offices.
• 8+ years of experience in assurance, risk, or control environments.
• Advanced capability in data analytics, audit technology, and AI tools.
• Proven expertise in Commercial Banking, including lending, transaction banking, and credit risk.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence Executive and ExCo level stakeholders.
• Experience in leading multiple audit engagements and managing teams simultaneously.

Nice to have

• Proven 1st, 2nd, or 3rd line audit experience.
• Deep knowledge of the external commercial banking environment.
• Track record of partnering with senior leadership.

Culture & Benefits

• Generous pension contribution of up to 15%.
• Annual performance-related bonus.
• 30 days of holiday plus bank holidays.
• Flexible benefits package including share schemes and shopping discounts.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion with generous parental leave policies.