Senior Risk Assurance Advisor (Internal Audit) (Dublin | Hybrid / Remote Option) An international law and professional services firm with a leading global presence is seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Risk Assurance Advisor to join its growing Risk & Assurance function in Dublin.
The firm provides legal, corporate, and fiduciary services to global corporations, financial institutions, capital market participants, and investment fund managers.
This is a permanent opportunity offering hybrid flexibility (or fully remote working within Ireland), exposure to international operations, and the chance to play a key role in the design and delivery of the firms internal audit and monitoring framework.
The Role Reporting to senior management, the Senior Risk Assurance Advisor will be instrumental in establishing and operating the Internal Monitoring function.
This newly formed team will centralise risk assurance activities, ensuring consistent adherence to corporate governance, operational, and data quality standards across multiple jurisdictions and service lines.
Key responsibilities include: Performing audits, reviews, and testing of key operational processes and controls.
Preparing detailed reports outlining internal audit findings and recommendations.
Monitoring and assessing areas of regulatory focus and emerging risks.
Conducting deep dives into delivery and management practices to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Identifying process improvements to enhance efficiency, compliance, and quality.
Collaborating with finance and jurisdictional leads to identify and address areas of financial or operational leakage.
Reviewing performance against agreed SLAs, KPIs, and KRIs.
Preparing management reports on audit outcomes and remediation progress.
Assisting in the design and implementation of processes aligned with regulatory change.
Supporting remediation initiatives and ongoing process enhancement.
About You You are a qualified auditor or risk professional (ACA, ACCA, IIA, or equivalent) with at least 3 years experience managing or delivering internal audit or assurance projects independently or as part of a team.
You will also bring: Experience in financial services, corporate services, or a professional services environment.
A strong understanding of risk and compliance frameworks, ideally within offshore jurisdictions.
Excellent attention to detail and analytical ability when reviewing data and controls.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
A proactive and collaborative approach with the ability to influence stakeholders.
Benefits include: Competitive salary Discretionary annual bonus 25 days annual leave Hybrid or fully remote working option Health insurance Pension scheme (after 6 months) Life assurance & income protection Professional membership fee support Please note only candidates that match the minimum job requirements above will be contacted for this role.
Skills: Internal Audit Risk Assurance Risk & Controls