Senior Manager Audit & Compliance

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Job Description

About the team and role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Manager Internal Audit to join our dynamic, innovative and collaborative Internal Audit team (14 people across the UK and the US). We provide forward-looking assurance, insight and advice to enable Pearson to achieve its strategic objectives. The Senior Manager, Internal Audit will report to the VP Internal Audit & Controls Compliance and will provide a platform for future growth into a Director role.

As a senior manager in the Internal Audit Team, you will be accountable for the delivery of several of the financial/ operational audits in our portfolio. You will take full accountability for delivery of the audits in your area with responsibility for reviewing key audit outputs and ensuring final outputs are ready for final review by a Director or VP, Internal Audit. Your communication skills and flexibility will be key to helping us maintain the strong partnerships with key stakeholders and other departments that we pride ourselves on. You will inspire team members to question how we can best support Pearson with assurance to achieve its strategy.

Whilst this role does not have any direct reports, you will be expected to manage audit delivery teams, ensuring that colleague development is supported while on assignment and that they receive helpful feedback at the end of each audit.

Location: Based on a hybrid working model, this role is UK based with the expectation that you work from our London office at least one day a week.

Further responsibilities include:

• Work with the Internal Audit Leadership team to develop the annual audit plan to provide proportionate coverage of Pearson principal risks.
• End-to-end accountability for delivery of the assigned audits within the portfolio. Act as audit lead or review lead on audits based on audit size and complexity.
• Work with stakeholders to devise and negotiate practical and commercial recommendations.
• Develop, maintain, and leverage relationships with key stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively with other members of the Internal Audit Leadership team to use the department's resources effectively and in line with Internal Audit priorities.
• Lead, motivate and develop IA team members in line with the department's vision and talent management strategy. Own delivery of one or two strategic priority projects.
• Develop and maintain a strong internal audit methodology that adheres to professional standards.
• Stay current on emerging risks and trends in internal audit and ensure the internal audit function remains relevant and effective and can anticipate emerging risks.
• Partner with other departments across the company to promote a culture of risk awareness and control.

About You

• Demonstrable experience in audit and/or assurance across multiple organisations or industries. This role would suit experienced managers with strong fin ops experience coming from practice and looking for their first role in industry.
• Knowledge of major control frameworks (e.g. COSO, ISO), UK and US corporate governance as well internal audit standards and techniques.
• Strong leadership, team building, and development skills with an ability to set clear objectives and drive results.
• Proven ability to work with and communicate effectively across all levels across the organisation.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong influencing skills and business judgment.
• ACA/ ACCA (or equivalent) certification required.

Your rewards & benefits

We know you'll do great work, so we give a lot back with some of the best benefits in the business. We know that one size doesn't fit all, so our workplace programs meet the different needs of our diverse teams, and their families too. There are a range of options, too many to list here, but when you join our Pearson family you can look forward to:

• Starting holiday of 25 days plus UK public holidays and you'll earn 1 additional day's holiday per year you work with us;
• A generous pension scheme where we match and double what you contribute;
• Maternity, paternity, and family care leave as well as flexible work policies;
• Stock/share purchase options;
• Healthcare and dental plans, and an employee well-being assistance program for you and your family to help balance work, family, and personal life;
• Cycle to Work Scheme, gym membership concessions in selected office locations, along with retail and leisure discounts.

About Us

What to expect from Pearson

Did you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2022?

At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets.

To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills and Higher Education. Alongside these, we also have our corporate divisions: Digital & Technology, Finance, Global Corporate Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, Legal, Strategy and Direct to Consumer. Learn more at We are Pearson.

We value the power of an inclusive culture and a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to creating a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.

Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.

If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.

To learn more about Pearson's commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, navigate to: http://www.pearson.com/careers/diversity-and-inclusion.html.

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