Internal Auditor

Who is Senior plc?

Senior plc is an international, market-leading, engineering solutions provider with 21 operational business in 10 countries.  Senior designs, manufactures and markets high-technology components and systems for the principal original equipment producers in the worldwide aerospace, defense, land vehicle and power & energy markets. The Group is split into two divisions, Aerospace and Flexonics, servicing five key sectors.

Senior's Purpose is to ‘help engineer the transition to a sustainable world for the benefit of all our stakeholders.’

We have a long history of well-respected brands and an excellent reputation in our key market sectors. Senior delivers value to its customers and shareholders via operational excellence that is underpinned by its people and processes.

Safety - Integrity - Customer Focus  - Respect & Trust - Accountability - Excellence

Visit us at www.seniorplc.com

Overview of the Role:

Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit, you will support and lead internal audits and Controls Self-Assessment (CSA) activities across financial, operational, information security, and compliance domains. You will work closely with corporate and business leadership to assess control effectiveness, identify risks, and support remediation.

Role Location:

The location of the jobholder is flexible, as the role involves up to 40% of national and international travel. The role may be home-based or located near any Senior site within the UK where access to an office is required. While not essential, being based in the South-East would be preferred, as it would facilitate easier access to Senior’s Head Office in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, as and when needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute internal audits from scoping through reporting.
• Test and document internal controls across finance, operations, IT, and compliance.
• Lead and facilitate Controls Self-Assessment (CSA) exercises.
• Analyse findings, identify control gaps, and support remediation plans.
• Engage constructively with management and external auditors.
• Support risk and assurance initiatives and special projects.
• Act as primary administrator for the audit management tool.

Key Skills and Experience:

• Proven track record of and hands on experience of internal audit, controls assurance, or related roles.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Engineering, is preferred.
• Solid understanding of internal control frameworks (e.g. COSO).
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder-engagement skills.
• Knowledge of IT General Controls or Information Security is beneficial.
• CIA, CISA, or similar certification preferred but not essential.
• Prepare to travel domestically and internationally for up to ~40% of the role.

We offer:

• Generous (non-contractual) bonus scheme.
• Excellent Pension scheme.
• Private Healthcare.
• Life assurance.
• Income Protection cover.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Onsite parking.
• Free lunch, when visiting the Head Office in Rickmansworth. 
• Informal (non-contractual) flexible/hybrid working where applicable.