Job Description
- Full Time Permanent position
- Hybrid role based in our City Centre offices
What we offer
We have embraced a hybrid working model for most of our positions, which means that you can enjoy a balanced approach of working from home for part of the week and working from the office for the remainder of the week.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salaries and bonuses, robust Learning and Development support, excellent Defined Contribution pension and comprehensive Wellbeing initiatives and support to name but a few.
Further details on our benefits package can be accessed here Benefits (life-careers.com)
Role Overview
To conduct and oversee the effective execution of audits consistent with Internal Audit (IA) standards and ensure they are delivered within defined timescales and to work in conjunction with Executive Management and the Chief Internal Auditor, for CRS (Capital Risk Solutions) and within the wider group, to develop and maintain annual plans that are aligned to business strategies.
Also, to establish and maintain professional and creditable relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, and to demonstrate a professional approach to auditing using sound knowledge of governance, risk management and control.
Team Background
This role sits within our Internal Audit team and reports to our Senior Manager, Internal Audit.
What you will help us to achieve
In conjunction with IA leadership, responsible for the assessment of risk and development of the annual audit plan including information gathering process – assigning resources and managing delivery.
More specific responsibilities will include
Plan and lead the effective and efficient execution of delegated audits that will support the audit opinion in a manner that is consistent with IA’s standards, methodologies and processes.
Actively support Client Management in the resolution of control issues and seek to influence continuous improvement in their businesses.
Manage the Issue Tracking process – allocating resources, reviewing and signing off testing to ensure Issue Assurance is completed within IA timeframes.
Deliver high quality written reports on relevant governance, risk management and control issues including the preparation and presentation of regular reports for Executive Management and the relevant Board Audit / Management Committees .
Establish and maintain professional relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including the senior executives of business units across the delegated area, demonstrating political sensitivity and organisational awareness. Implement and “live” the IA strategy that supports the achievement of its Board approved charter and mission.
What you will need to be successful in the role
Holds a Management or Audit Lead position, or equivalent position in internal audit or leading audit practice, leading multi-disciplined teams of professional auditors in the execution of risk-based audit work.
Significant PQE experience operating in an audit role, with detailed knowledge and experience of internal audit standards and executing risk based internal audits to the highest standards.
A strong understanding of governance, risk management and control issues facing life assurance companies.
A relevant professional qualification (e.g., CMIIA, ACA, ACCA, CISA).
About us
Canada Life Group is the top-level European holding company for Great-West Lifeco’s European insurance, reinsurance, and asset management companies, with business operations in the UK, Ireland, Germany, and the Isle of Man.
European Technology sits within Canada Life Group and encompasses the technology community across all European entities - Irish Life Group, Canada Life UK, Canada Life Europe, as well as Central Technology Services - Europe. European Technology supports the business strategy and collaboration of technology across all European divisions. There are multiple IT units within European Technology, each with its own individual set of technology platforms.
European Technology has evolved significantly and is now focused on bringing market-leading speed, agility, cost efficiency, and risk mitigation to enable the delivery of strategies across the European businesses. To meet these challenges, a new strategy has been established, driving forward our commitment to innovation and excellence.
The company reserves the right to draw up a shortlist as part of the selection process. Where Agency assistance is required the Canada Life Recruitment Team will engage directly with suppliers. Unsolicited CVs / profiles supplied to Canada Life by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role.
Canada Life Group Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer. We have created an environment of inclusion and growth to help people achieve their potential, to ensure they can bring their whole selves to work and to feel valued. We celebrate diversity of thought and perspective and want all of our employees to feel valued, respected and supported.
We have built a culture that promotes equality and inclusion for all of our current and future employees and strive to ensure that our behaviours, processes and practices are aligned to this culture.
If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process please contact [email protected] and we will be delighted to ensure you are fully supported to be your best.
CLGS supports Equal Opportunity and is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.