Internal Auditor

Job Description

The Value of Active Minds About JupiterJupiter is one of the UKs leading investment management companies with just over 500 employees and £51.4 billion worth of assets under management (as at 30th June 2023). Jupiter provides investment services to individual and institutional investors through mutual funds (UK unit trusts, Luxembourg SICAVs and Dublin OEICs), separately managed accounts and sub-advised funds. Jupiter has experienced a period of international growthwith offices open in EMEA, APAC and the US. The majority of our employees are based in our London office located just minutes from Victoria station which provides stair-free access from both the Undergrounds Victoria line and National Rail platforms, as well as limited road crossings to the Jupiteroffice. Our London office was designed to encourage employees to live active, healthy lives with floor-to-ceiling windows that allow for greater natural light and the benefit of a private balcony, table tennis room, cycle storage and on-site shower and lockerfacilities. The short distance to Green Park and St James Park also provides employees with a natural space to relax during their lunch break and a healthy alternative to office-based meetings. We offer our UK employees a 3:2 hybrid working arrangement where Tuesdays, Thursdays and a third day of your choice are worked from the office. The other two days may be worked from home. This facilitates collaboration and allows employees to maximise productivitywhilst maintaining a healthy work/life balance. BackgroundJupiters Internal Audit provides professional, objective and independent assurance over the adequacy and effectiveness of Jupiters business processes and governance with regards to risk and internal control. Internal Audit is a critical component of Jupiterscontrol and risk management infrastructure. Jupiters Internal Audit function is set up as a co-source model overseen by the Head of Internal Audit with assistance from a Senior Audit Manager based in Luxembourg, and an Audit Manager in London. The Internal Auditor role is based in Jupiter London buttravel to other locations may be required. Key ResponsibilitiesThe Internal Auditor will be involved in various aspects of the Jupiter groups risk assessment, assurance and advisory activities, including audit planning and execution, and contributing to strategic initiatives. The scope of this role will include all operationsacross the Jupiter group. Specific responsibilities will include:

• Working with the Internal Audit in-house team and the co-source provider to deliver the audit plan. This will include all aspects of the audit process (e.g. risk assessment; scope determination; test work and reporting).
• Identifying and assessing current and emerging risks, themes and trends.
• Assisting with the formation of the annual audit plan through direct input, insight and perspective around current business, industry and regulatory risk factors.
• Leveraging industry experience to provide challenge during the development of new businesses and systems.
• Building and maintaining collaborative relationships with the Risk & Compliance functions.
• Performing investigations, special reviews and other ad hoc projects as requested.

Desired Skills / Experience

• Financial services experience; understanding of asset management principles and products, corporate and risk management business processes, and risk and controls systems.
• Ideally a minimum of three years in an Internal Audit function or External Audit practice.
• Understanding of current regulatory and industry events.
• Ability to work under pressure and achieve results, whilst maintaining a professional, friendly and client focused approach.
• Intellectual curiosity and healthy scepticism.
• Commitment, independent mindset and strong work ethic.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to process information quickly and assess risks and controls.
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to present complex and sensitive issues to senior management.
• English language skills (speaking, reading and writing at advanced level).

Additional Role Details

• This role is subject to the Conduct Rules set by the FCA.

Dont meet every requirement At Jupiter we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you are interested in this role, but dont think your experience aligns perfectly with every listed requirement in the job description, we would encourageyou to apply. You may be the right person for this role.