Sligo | Permanent Role | Hybrid | Competitive Package We are currently recruiting for the position of Internal Audit & Risk Lead. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the internal audit and risk management activities across the Group, while supporting the continued development of governance, compliance and internal control frameworks. This is a high-visibility role requiring strong stakeholder engagement, commercial awareness and the ability to provide practical, risk-based solutions across a diverse business environment. Key Responsibilities Develop and present the Annual Internal Audit Plan to the Audit Committee Lead and execute internal audit assignments Evaluate the effectiveness of financial, operational and technology controls Prepare clear and concise reports for management summarising findings, risk exposures and practical recommendations Partner with management teams to strengthen internal controls Embed best practice risk management across the organisation Coordinate and manage the annual Group risk assessment process Participate in and lead operational and systems-related projects Assist with company secretarial and regulatory compliance activities as required Qualifications Newly qualified / Fully qualified accountant (audit trained) Previous experience gained within an accounting firm and/or internal audit or risk function within a large organisation Strong understanding of governance, risk management and internal control environments Excellent analytical, organisational and report-writing skills Candidate The successful candidate will demonstrate: Strong commercial awareness and a risk-based mindset Confidence presenting findings and recommendations to senior and middle management Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Skills: Interal Audit Risk Compliance