Audit Senior Manager – Conduct and Operational Risk

Tandem Bank is seeking an Audit Senior Manager to lead the Conduct and Operational Risk Internal Audit team. This role involves ensuring high-quality assurance and advisory work to support effective risk management and a strong control culture within the bank. The Audit Senior Manager will report to the Head of Internal Audit and play a key role in evolving the Internal Audit strategy.

Responsibilities:

• Leading and managing the Conduct and Operational Risk Internal Audit team.
• Overseeing the delivery of the Conduct and Operational Risk elements of the audit plan.
• Providing support and challenge to the business on audit outcomes and actions.
• Maintaining and evolving the Audit risk universe.
• Building strong relationships with senior management across the Bank.
• Supporting the Head of Internal Audit in delivering strategic objectives.
• Attending key governance forums and committees.
• Producing MI for bank-wide Executive Committees on assurance activity.
• Deputising for the Head of Internal Audit, as needed.

Requirements:

• Significant experience in leading, planning, executing, and reporting on internal audits.
• Subject matter expertise in conduct and operational risk areas.
• Strong understanding of risk management and control frameworks.
• Excellent understanding of the regulatory environment.
• Strong relationship management and influencing skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• A collaborative approach to stakeholder management.
• Strong people management skills.

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 days Bank Holiday (FTE).
• Healthcare cash plan through Westfield Health.
• Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.
• Cycle to Work salary sacrifice scheme.
• Salary sacrifice Pension contribution.
• Smart Tech scheme.
• 10% discount on solar panels.
• Tandem Hub for treats, cash back and discounts on UK retailers.
• 2 days per year paid volunteering.