The successful candidate will be part of the Life Assurance Audit team with responsibility for the management of a (closed book) Life Insurer. This role will give a high level of autonomy and will involve audit execution, day to day management of the audit work, liaison with key client staff and the management of the reporting process. Using strong technical knowledge to assist you in these tasks, you will report to an Audit Director.

You will also have the opportunity to advise on supporting significant Solvency II projects and helping to develop more junior staff. You will also have the opportunity to audit other areas of the group including Asset Management, Treasury and Reinsurance.

• Responsibilities include:
• Managing the Life Assurance Audits and assisting with other financial services audits
• Development and coaching of junior members of staff
• Completion of audits within agreed time-scales
• Budgeting
• Travel to UK offices in Birmingham, Hertfordshire, Milton Keynes and London for 20-30% of your time.
• Experience/Qualifications:
• Recently qualified ACAs or ACCA’s from an Audit or Transaction Advisory Services Group. Preference will be given to those with Client Secondment / Audit / Advisory or Internal Audit experience.
• A minimum of 2 years PQE in a financial services (retail or wholesale) environment is essential – ie Life Assurance, General Insurance, Asset Management or Banking.
• Impressive analytical capabilities
• Highly motivated and committed
• Positive and ambitious attitude
• Up to date on current economic and market trends
• Ability to develop strong client relationships
• Highly proficient in written and oral communication
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team