Corporate Assurance Manager

Speedy Hire are the UKs leading hire provider with the widest range of tools, specialist hire equipment, plant, and support services everything for every job!

We are looking for an experienced Corporate Assurance Manager. This will be someone who thrives on challenge and working in a constantly changing and evolving environment.

At Speedy, we need motivated people who are ready to bring their whole self to work and give it their all in a fast-paced team committed to being the best!

The main purpose of this role will be to manage the Corporate Assurance Plan as part of the Risk and Assurance department to provide assurance and strategic direction to Speedy Hire and Speedy Hires Audit & Risk Committee.

The Corporate Assurance Manager will be responsible for managing and delivering the Corporate Assurance plan as agreed by Speedy Hires Audit & Risk Committee including supporting the management of any co-sourced assurance engagements with the Head of Risk and Assurance, you will support the Head of Risk and Assurance in the development and evolution of the Corporate Assurance plan and the plan for the wider Assurance team by communicating and understanding emerging risks that arise through developing relationships within the business.

Main responsibility will include but not limited to:

• Collaborate with the wider Assurance team to work together as one Assurance team to provide the highest quality and effective Assurance.
• Coach, lead and mentor Graduate Risk & Assurance Auditors to meet the full potential of their graduate programme be a role model from whom they can learn valuable experience.
• Manage the follow-up of audit actions and reporting of progress to senior management and the Audit & Risk Committee.
• Build strong relationships with the Senior Management team and Executive Team.
• Prepare timely and quality reporting for the Executive Team and Audit & Risk Committee.
• Support in the development of internal reporting within the Assurance team.
• To work on adhoc investigations as required by the business from time to time.
• Contribute to team activities and the delivery of the Risk and Assurance strategy to promote a valuable team culture.
• Support the wider Assurance team in the review and implementation of procedures aligned to the Global Internal Audit Standards.
• Lead like you mean it, always working as part of a complete team, win hearts and minds and drive cultural change through teamwork within your area and the wider business.
• Flexible and capable to quickly adapt to a change and positively support the roll out of Velocity for colleagues and external customers.
• To present and encourage a safe, positive, and professional work environment for the team and the wider business.
• Always demonstrate the business values
• Ensure the GDPR policy is always followed.
• Conducting additional ad hoc duties may be required.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures.
• Deliver the sustainability strategy Decade to Deliver.
• You will be accountable for change management within your role which may involve facilitating and guiding organizational transitions to ensure successful adoption of new ways of working, processes, technologies, or strategies.
• Develop the Companys people capability and talent pool aligned to business goals, including the identification and development of Speedys future leaders through succession planning and PDRs all-in accordance with Speedy Career Line of sight.

What you will need:

• Relevant professional qualification (CCAB/CMIIA or equivalent).
• Internal audit experience in delivery of internal audits from start to finish in line with the Global Internal Audit Standards.
• Line manager experience (preferred).
• Good knowledge of Microsoft applications and use of data in auditing techniques.
• Effective people skills and relationship management skills.
• Strong team player as part of a wider audit team.
• Planning and organisational skills with ability to set deadlines and manage expectations.
• Demonstrates pragmaticism in approach to determining solutions for the business.
• Trusted advisor to the business and demonstrates a high level of ethical behaviour.

What we offer:

• Monthly cash car allowance or company car
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Health Cover
• Life assurance
• Pension Scheme
• 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Free onsite parking
• Canteen facilities
• 95% discount across the Speedy brand.
• My Staff Shop: discounts and offers for shopping etc. across many suppliers.
• Green Commute Initiative: Work scheme for cycling
• Vita Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Offers free and confidential support and counselling to help you through matters such as wellbeing, divorce, legal, and financial management

Speedy operates an industry leading Work Life Balance initiative, demonstrating our commitment to reducing core contracted hours, supporting colleague wellbeing, and identifying more balanced work patterns for our colleagues which is a huge step in realising our ambition of putting our People First. Talk to us about a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements to suit your needs including flexible start/finish times, shorter days, term time hours and job share opportunities.

Speedy offer a Career Line of Sight which enables a detailed understanding of the route to progression and growth within the Speedy Group.

Please be aware Speedy reserves the right to close our vacancies earlier than the listed date if we have received a high level of applications. We would recommend that if you wish to be considered that you complete the application as promptly as possible.

Please be aware that some roles within The Speedy Group UK&I may require a DBS, Credit or Security Clearance Check. The Speedy Group is an equal opportunity employer where we embrace diversity in all its forms and fostering an inclusive environment for all people to do the best work of their lives with us.

Link below to our policies in line with our ESG Governance.

https://www.speedyservices.com/esg/governance

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity status or disability status. All roles within The Speedy Group require proof of right to work in the UK by the start of employment.

Skills Required


Internal audit experience in delivery of internal audits from start to finish in line with the Global Internal Audit Standards.
Line manager experience (preferred).
Good knowledge of Microsoft applications and use of data in auditing techniques.
Effective people skills and relationship management skills.
Strong team player as part of a wider audit team.
Planning and organisational skills with ability to set deadlines and manage expectations.
Demonstrates pragmaticism in approach to determining solutions for the business.
Trusted advisor to the business and demonstrates a high level of ethical behaviour.


Qualifications Required

Relevant professional qualification (CCAB/CMIIA or equivalent).

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Location: Ashton-In-Makerfield, GB

Posted Date: 12/27/2024