Line of Service
Assurance
Industry/Sector
Not Applicable
Specialism
Assurance
Management Level
Senior Manager
Job Description & Summary
Our Internal Audit (IA) department sits within the Broader Assurance Services practice. Internal Audit is a critical function that provides independent assurance on the effectiveness of an organisation's governance, risk management, and internal control processes
At PwC, our Internal Audit professionals go beyond traditional compliance and financial reporting to deliver insights that drive strategic value and operational excellence. We partner with clients across industries to assess and enhance their control environments, identify and mitigate risks, and improve business processes
.
As a Senior Manager in Internal Audit – Financial Services, you will
lead the delivery of internal audit
and risk assurance services
to a diverse portfolio of financial services clients, including banking, insurance, asset management, and fintech.
You will be a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders, helping them navigate regulatory complexity, emerging risks, and evolving expectations from boards and regulators. You will manage high-performing teams, drive innovation through the use of data and technology, and contribute to the growth and strategic direction of our Financial Services
Risk Assurance
practice.
**Responsibilities
include
:**
* **Lead and oversee
a diverse
portfolio**
of internal audit clients
across the financial services sector,
effectively managing competing priorities and
ensuring
tim
ely
delivery of high-quality work aligned with client expectations, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
* **Build and
maintain
strong client relationships**
with senior stakeholders, including Heads of Internal Audit, Risk, Compliance, and C-suite executives
by proactively
identifying
their evolving needs and tailoring audit solutions that deliver strategic value and insight.
* Lead risk assessments and contribute to the strategic planning
and scoping of internal audit engagements, ensuring alignment with client
objectives
, regulatory expectations, and emerging industry risks.
* Drive innovation in audit delivery
, leveraging data analytics, automation, and emerging technologies to enhance audit efficiency, insight, and value.
* Manage and mentor diverse teams
, fostering a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and continuous development.
* Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
to effectively engage with stakeholders across all levels, articulate complex audit findings clearly, and foster collaborative relationships.
* Support clients in transforming their internal audit functions
, including operating model design, methodology enhancement, and capability building.
* Conduct External Quality Assessments (EQA)
of internal audit functions in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) International Standards, providing
independent assurance
and recommendations for improvement.
* **Contribut
e
to business development efforts,**
including identifying new opportunities, leading proposals, and participating in client pitches.
* Collaborate across service lines,
bringing the best of the firm to clients through integrated solutions and multidisciplinary expertise.
* Champion quality, ethics, and risk management,
ensuring compliance with professional standards and PwC's internal policies.
**Education/Professional Qualificati
ons:**
* A university degree in a relevant discipline such as Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or Risk Management.
* A recognised professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent.
* Strong understanding of financial services regulations and frameworks (
e.g.
ECB, EBA, Central Bank of Ireland, Solvency II, MiFID II,
etc.
).
* Proven experience in internal audit, risk assurance, or related advisory roles within the financial services sector
for a minimum of 8 years
.
* Familiarity with data analytics tools (
e.g.
Power BI, Alteryx)
, AI
and audit management platforms is a plus.
* Commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with industry trends and regulatory changes.
**Unlock your potential with PwC
Ireland**
W
e believe that challenges are better solved together
We
inspir
e
and empower our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology,
you'll
be a part of amazing teams
encouraged to collaborate and innovate in a way that creates powerful solutions and makes a positive impact.
This purpose-led work, and our continuous development and encouragement, will help
unlock your potential and
advance your career.
Enjoy PwC's perks
We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive employee benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about us at. (
).
Being appreciated for being you
Our most
valuable asset
is our
people,
and we grow stronger as we learn from one another. We are an equal opportunity
employer,
and we value diversity. We do not discriminate
on the basis of
race, religion,
colour
, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We believe this so much that we have signed up for the
Business in the Community Elevate Pledge
. (
)
You can learn more about our culture of belonging and explore our range of inclusive programmes, initiatives, employee resource groups and more at
.
Avoid the confidence gap; you do not have to match all the listed requirements exactly to apply,
we'd
love to hear from you
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to
participate
in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please
email us
for more information.
Required Skills
Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Accounting and Financial Reporting Standards, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Platform, Auditing, Auditing Methodologies, Business Process Improvement, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Compliance Auditing, Corporate Governance, Creativity, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Data Ingestion, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Security, Data Transformation, Data Visualization, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Financial Accounting {+ 32 more}
Desired Languages
(If blank, desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Not Specified
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
Yes
Government Clearance Required?
Yes
Job Posting End Date