Sanderson are partnering a leading organisation in Kildare to recruit an experienced Audit & Risk Manager to join its Governance, Risk & Compliance function.
Reporting to the Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance, this role plays a central part in strengthening internal controls, driving effective risk management, and overseeing internal audit and insurance processes across multiple entities.
This is a key strategic role requiring strong analytical capability, excellent stakeholder engagement skills, and the ability to influence and drive best practice across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities Risk Management Maintain and continuously enhance the organisation's Risk Management Strategy, Policy, and Processes.
Review and measure key risk and performance indicators, including risk modelling and assessments.
Embed risk management principles into operational decision-making across senior management teams.
Support department heads and risk owners through workshops, training, and structured risk reporting.
Conduct comprehensive reviews of the operational risk landscape and develop comparative risk profiles.
Prepare risk assessments and reports for Senior Management, the Board, and Risk Committees.
Provide expert risk advice and support to all stakeholders.
Deliver risk management services to entities under shared service agreements.
Leverage technology to enhance oversight, productivity, and innovation.
Internal Audit Manage the full internal audit cycle, from planning to reporting, in partnership with an outsourced provider.
Monitor and ensure timely implementation of internal audit recommendations, escalating issues where necessary.
Support operational teams to ensure efficient and effective audit completion.
Insurance Manage the relationship with the organisation's insurance broker, including quarterly service reviews and annual renewals.
Oversee claims management and reporting in collaboration with the broker and risk management team.
Strengthen incident reporting processes across the organisation.
Provide insurance-related services to entities under shared service agreements.
Annual Report & Statutory Reporting Lead the production of the annual report in collaboration with finance and communications teams.
Introduce and support sustainability reporting in line with emerging standards.
Continuous Improvement Drive process improvement initiatives across governance, risk, and reporting functions.
Identify opportunities to automate and streamline reporting processes to enhance data integrity.
Support adoption of technology and BI tools such as Power BI.
Governance & Compliance Ensure data integrity and accuracy across financial systems and reporting.
Promote strong financial controls and governance across all business functions.
Ensure compliance with internal policies and relevant legislation.
Team Leadership Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship within the governance, risk, and audit team.
Qualifications required Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field Professional accounting qualification ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CPA Experience required Minimum 10 years post-qualification experience, including at least 4 years in a risk-focused role within a commercial or semi-state environment.
Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent business acumen and understanding of operational drivers.
Proven ability to influence, negotiate, and manage stakeholders effectively.
Track record of delivering compliance outcomes while maintaining strong relationships.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with resilience and adaptability.
High proficiency in Excel, Word, and Power Point.
Experience leading systems improvements and developing reporting frameworks.
Strong teamwork and internal customer service orientation.
In-depth knowledge of accounting principles and regulatory frameworks.
Interest in ESG reporting standards is an advantage.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
For more information contact Elaine Liston in Sanderson on or apply online.
Skills: Audit Manager Risk Manager Internal Audit Manager