Currently partnered with a well-established consulting firm that is looking to make a key strategic hire-an experienced Financial Services Risk/Internal Audit professional-to strengthen and complement their existing risk and consulting team.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the Financial Services Internal Audit Offering: Establish and drive the firm's internal audit services across banking, insurance, and pension sectors.
* Client Account Management: In your first 12 months, oversee key existing client relationships within the government and charity sectors, while developing a new portfolio of Financial Services clients.
* Engagement Oversight: Deliver and oversee high-quality internal audit and risk consulting assignments.
* Strategic Direction: Contribute to the development and execution of business strategies, enhancing our market presence and service offerings.
* Team Leadership: Mentor and lead a growing team of consultants and managers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
What You'll Do:
* Lead Complex Engagements: Plan and manage a wide range of risk-based internal audits, governance, and internal control reviews, ensuring high standards from scoping to reporting.
* Mentor & Develop Talent: Support the growth of junior team members through coaching, supervision, and formal training.
* Build Client Relationships: Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, offering insightful, value-driven recommendations and fostering long-term partnerships.
* Practice Development: Collaborate with leadership to shape the future direction of the Risk Consulting practice and contribute to its growth.
* Drive Business Development: Play an active role in business development, from identifying opportunities to preparing high-quality bids and proposals.
* Produce Quality Reporting: Deliver clear, insightful, and well-structured reports to clients and stakeholders.
Your Profile:
* 10-15 years of relevant experience in Financial Services and Internal Audit, ideally within a professional services environment.
* Demonstrated ability to lead client engagements and build trusted relationships.
* Strong commercial awareness and a deep understanding of the Irish Financial Services landscape.
* Entrepreneurial and results-driven, with a strategic and proactive mindset.
* Proven leadership, project management, and people development skills.
* Professional qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, or CIA are strongly preferred.
For a confidential chat, contact Cillian on 0852511739 or email cillian.mcevoy@markssattin.com
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