PROFESSIONAL SERVICES RECRUITMENT - The best appointment you'll make
Edinburgh or Bristol | £48,000–£58,000 | Hybrid
W&A is supporting a major UK financial services firm to source an Audit Analyst within their Insurance, Pensions & Investments (IP&I) function. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful audits that help protect customers during pivotal life events.
The Opportunity
As an Audit Analyst, you’ll be part of a dynamic audit function embedded within the business, supporting high-quality audit delivery across insurance, pensions, and investment activities. Working closely with experienced auditors and stakeholders, you’ll contribute to meaningful audit insights and control testing that influence key business decisions.
This role would be well suited to recently qualified accountants with financial services external audit experience.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with planning and delivering audit work, focusing on key risks and controls
Evaluate the design and operation of controls across IP&I business areas
Identify areas for improvement and provide insightful commentary to stakeholders
Build an understanding of the insurance and investment industry to enhance audit relevance
Develop strong stakeholder relationships across the business
Coach junior team members and support their growth
Role model organisational values and promote a positive, collaborative team culture
About You
2 – 3 years' experience in external or internal audit / risk assurance
Knowledge or experience in the financial services sector
Strong communication and time management skills
Ability to prioritise work and deliver to deadlines
Interest in strategic alignment of audit outcomes
Confidence in working with data to drive insights
Growth mindset and interest in personal and professional development
Key Benefits
Salary of £48,000–£58,000
Hybrid working model: minimum two days per week in-office (Edinburgh or Bristol)
Generous 28-day holiday allowance plus bank holidays
Up to 15% employer pension contribution
Annual performance bonus and share scheme options
Wide range of wellbeing and family-friendly policies
Inclusive culture with strong equity, diversity, and inclusion commitments
Contact
For a confidential discussion, please contact Andrea Green at andrea@wilkinsonandassociates.co.uk