Internal Audit Manager

Who you are

• Internal and/or external audit experience, including planning and delivering risk-based audits and evaluating governance, risk management and internal control frameworks
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships, influence and constructively challenge stakeholders at all levels, including senior leaders
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and judgement skills, with the ability to assess risk, interpret complex information and develop practical, evidence-based recommendations
• Experience producing high-quality audit reports and insights that support effective decision-making, drive continuous improvement and deliver meaningful organisational value
• Strong organisational skills and a proactive approach to innovation, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and leverage data analytics, automation and digital tools to enhance audit effectiveness and efficiency
• Professional audit, accounting or related expertise, demonstrated through a relevant qualification (or equivalent experience), knowledge of audit standards and methodologies, and an understanding of, or willingness to develop expertise in, governance, risk management and emerging risks within a complex organisation
• If you’re interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience we’d still love to hear from you

What the job involves

• Reports to: Head of Internal Audit
• Directorate: Finance, Governance, Audit
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full time 35 hours per week
• Join Cancer Research UK as an Internal Audit Manager and play a pivotal role in providing independent, objective assurance and insight on the effectiveness of our governance, risk management and internal control arrangements
• Working across all CRUK directorates and subsidiaries, you'll deliver risk-focused audits and advisory reviews that help protect the Charity's assets, reputation and ability to achieve its strategic objectives
• This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative and impact focused audit professional to influence positive change, build strong stakeholder relationships, and contribute to continuous improvement across a complex and purpose-driven organisation
• While the role has no direct people management responsibility, there may be opportunities to supervise secondees and third-party providers as required
• Plan internal audit assignments, including defining audit objectives, scope and approach, to ensure audits are risk-focused and aligned to the approved audit plan
• Conduct internal audit testing, evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of controls, and maintain complete audit working papers, to provide sufficient evidence for audit conclusions and recommendations
• Prepare high-quality internal audit reports that clearly communicate findings, root causes, risks, emerging themes and recommendations, to support effective decision-making and timely management action
• Provide advice, consultation and support on risk management, governance and internal controls, and contribute to related communications and awareness activities, to promote effective control practices across the Charity
• Agree and monitor management actions arising from audit work, to ensure agreed improvements are implemented in a timely and effective manner
• Contribute to the continuous development of internal audit methodologies, processes, tools and practices, including the use of digital technologies, data analytics and automation, to enhance audit quality, efficiency and insight
• Develop and maintain an understanding of the Charity's strategy, transformation programmes, priorities, operating environment and key risks, while monitoring relevant professional and sector developments, to ensure audit work remains relevant, forward-looking and focused on areas of greatest risk and value
• Collaborate with other assurance providers, including risk, second line assurance, External Audit and specialist regulators, to support a coordinated assurance approach, identify assurance gaps and reduce duplication of effort

The application process

• Closing date: 23rd September 2026 23:55
• Recruitment process: 2 -3 stage interview process including a short presentation. Please note that the final-stage interview will be held in person at our Stratford office, Redman Place