Audit & Compliance Officer - Greenford

Global Banking School

  • Greenford, West London
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Department: BIU & Customer ServiceLocation: GreenfordType of Contract: PermanentAbout Us: GBS is a higher education provider offering a range of sector-relevant courses across ten campuses in London, Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester. Working in partnership with several of the UK’s leading higher education providers, we deliver vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in finance, accounting, business, construction, tourism, healthcare – and more.Our Vision: Changing Lives through EducationThe Role: The Audit officer will assist the audit manager and other colleagues with a range of internal audits that are designed to establish the level of compliance with established policies and procedures in key areas including, inter alia admissions, academic delivery, and student support. The Audit officer will be involved in all aspects of the audit including audit design, data/information collection, data presentation and report writing for a range of audiences.This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship!What the role involves:
  • Collect data & procedural information from related departments under audit.
  • Assist in internal audits as and when required in accordance with the audit plan.
  • Help the department during external audits as and when they are conducted.
  • Maintain records of all reports of suspected compliance violations.
  • Maintain records of adequate steps taken by related departments to rectify their compliance violations.
  • Document recommendations for improvements in functioning of related departments’ processes.
About You:
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required; advanced degree or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
  • Strong understanding of compliance, governance, and ethical business practices, with experience working within regulatory frameworks.
  • In-depth knowledge of both internal and external audit processes, risk management strategies, and safety standards.
  • Proficiency in project management methodologies, ensuring effective delivery of outcomes.
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills, fostering collaboration across diverse teams and stakeholders.
  • Analytical thinking to interpret data, trends, and information with attention to detail.
  • Ability to present confidently in public settings and communicate complex ideas in an accessible manner.
  • Decisive and solutions-oriented, demonstrating resilience and adaptability in dynamic environments.
What we offer:
  • 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays
  • 1-day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days
  • Workplace pension scheme
  • Tuition reimbursement for career development courses
  • Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Techscheme and much more
  • Perks@Work discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more
  • Reward and recognition programme
  • £500 award employee referral scheme
  • Discretionary annual performance bonus
"What really stands out to me about GBS is its consistent focus on creating positive outcomes for students. Every team, even those without direct student contact, is deeply committed to this mission. Everyone understands that what they do plays a role in helping students succeed. It’s such a collaborative and inspiring place to work — it’s clear everyone genuinely cares about making a difference." (Steffi Korsah - Non-Academic Staff)GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed.#Li-Onsite#indeedjuly

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