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Serve as the primary liaison with internal audit functions, contributing to robust risk management and effective governance across the business.
Client Details
Our client is the developer of the largest urban regeneration project in Europe. The group develops, manages and currently owns interests in approximately 9 million square feet of mixed-use space and over 1,100 Build to Rent apartments. Our client is the largest sustainable developer in the UK and also excels operationally as it has purchased 100% electricity from renewable sources since 2012 and sent zero waste to landfill since 2009.
The group has created a 24/7 city where people can live, work and thrive on the Canary Wharf estate and enjoy all the benefits: great transport links, access to green spaces and waterside living; and a wide range of amenities including an award-winning arts and events programme. Our client's retail offering comprises over 70 bars, cafes and restaurants and over 200 shops, including grocery stores, pharmacies and health clubs all within 15 minutes' walk.
Description
- Internal Control Framework Design & Implementation
- Monitoring and Continuous Improvement
- Audit Liaison and Coordination
- Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
- Team Leadership and Stakeholder Engagement
Profile
Technical Skills
- Expertise in designing and implementing internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO or Sox).
- Experience with internal audit processes, risk assessments, and financial controls.
- Advanced knowledge of governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) systems and tools.
- Experience of using technology solutions to enhance the control environment is critical. Yardi experience would be an advantage but not essential.
- Strong understanding of UK regulations, with experience of those regulations applicable to real estate and development businesses an advantage but not essential.
- Knowledge of IFRS/UK GAAP financial reporting standards.
Qualifications and Experience
- ACA
- Strong exposure to internal controls (post qualification), audit, or risk management. Real estate, property development, or a related sector an advantage but not essential.
- Proven track record of working with senior leadership teams and audit committees to deliver successful outcomes.
- Experience managing complex projects and driving change within an organisation.
Job Offer
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Flexible Working
- Learning and Development
- Comprehensive range of benefits
