Job OverviewThis role is responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing risk-based IT audits, ensuring compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.Location: The role is open to our offices based in Ireland (Dublin & Navan), Guernsey, UK (Southampton), and the Isle of Man.Primary ResponsibilitiesTo provide direct support to the Group Head of Internal Audit and Local Heads of Internal Audit in designing and delivering audit plans that assess the technology and cyber risk control environment, promoting effective internal controls and risk management and providing guidance to the business on all aspects of internal audit, governance, risk management and business process improvements regarding information systems.Compile and contribute to Internal Audit departmental reporting regarding IT audits and audit issues to all stakeholders (Senior Management and Board of Directors).Management of key IT stakeholder relationships with each of the Utmost entities.Deputise for Heads of Internal Audit in their absence in respect of IT internal audit issues.Manage and develop the use of data analytics and AI to advance the efficiency and effectiveness of audit coverage and insights across the Group Internal Audit function.Assist Heads of Internal Audit in monitoring the IT related control environment and build Internal Audit's profile though attendance at various IT business committees, monthly meetings with second line functions, steering committees etc.Monitor and report on the closure of IT related audit issues, considering broader organisational impacts where needed.Conduct internal quality assurance activity to ensure that audit engagements are conducted in line with Group methodology.Evaluate the effectiveness and contribute to the improvement of risk management processes and evaluate the potential for the occurrence of fraud and manage fraud risk.Make appropriate recommendations for improving the governance structures and processes.Conduct ad hoc non-IT audit assignments (i.e. special investigation work), when required.Knowledge, Skills and BehavioursStrong business acumen with a strategic and advisory perspective.Comprehensive understanding of IT internal control, risk management and governance processes.Focus on business improvement as well as rigorous audit check.Ability to make recommendations in relation to the implementation of the Internal Control Model.Self-motivated and able to work with the maximum level of independence from the operational structures.Strong presentation skills and ability to communicate effectively at an executive level.Combined analytical and persuasion skills with a comfort and flexibility level to work with all levels in the organisation.Excellent organisation, written/verbal communication, analytical and presentation skills.Strong relationship building and influencing skills.Ability to be a key trusted adviser to internal clients and stakeholders.Proficiency in assimilating complex issues.Ability to establish and maintain positive work relationships with peers, management, key stakeholders and clients.Experience and QualificationsSubstantial experience (typically 5-8 years) in IT auditing, risk management, or information security, preferably within a large organisation or professional services firm.CISA or equivalent designation preferred.Strong knowledge of IT frameworks and standards (e.g., COBIT, ISO 27001, NIST, ITIL).Possesses a comprehensive understanding of information technology risks and environments.Has a general understanding of Life Insurance, financial reporting and IT regulatory requirements.Understanding of key business drivers and the need to apply compliant but pragmatic solutions which support strategic goals.Excellent analytical, interpersonal, time management and communication skills.Utmost Group is an equal opportunities employer.Before you give us your personal information it is important that you know what your data protection rights are and how and why we use your personal information. This is set out in the Utmost International Staff Data Privacy Notice which is always available on our staff intranet or you can ask us for a copy.Where Agency assistance is required, Utmost Ireland will engage directly with suppliers. Unsolicited CVs / profiles supplied to Utmost Ireland will not be accepted for the role.