Internal Auditor

Bell Integration

  • Portsmouth
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 19 days ago
Overview:Reporting to the Delivery & Operations Governance, Risk & Compliance Director, as the Internal Auditor you will own the planning and execution of risk-based audits across our Information Security Management Systems (ISO 27001). You will ensure sustained compliance with mandatory standards, promote continuous improvement, and provide assurance through clear, data-driven reporting. You will also support ad-hoc assurance projects and maintain awareness of additional ISO requirements to strengthen our integrated management system (ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 22301, ISO 20000-1).This is an initial 12 month fixed term contract.Hybrid - remote working with 2-3 days a month in Portsmouth. Responsibilities:1. Plan and Conduct Audits:
  • Develop annual and ad-hoc audit plan for the integrated management system.
  • Execute on-site and remote audits, sampling processes, controls, and records to assess conformity.
2. Report Findings and Recommendations:
  • Prepare concise audit reports detailing non-conformances, observations, and opportunities for improvement, provide root cause analysis.
  • Present actionable recommendations, with clear timelines and owners, to process stakeholders and leadership.
3. Follow-Up and Closure:
  • Collaborate with process owners to develop corrective action plans.
  • Monitor progress and verify effective remediation, ensuring timely closure of audit issues.
4. Management Review Support:
  • Coordinate data collection and performance metrics for quarterly Management Reviews (Quality & Information Security).
  • Draft agenda, compile meeting materials, and circulate post-meeting minutes with agreed-upon actions.
5. Policy and Procedure Maintenance:
  • Review and update internal audit procedures, checklists, and other relevant documentation to reflect evolving standards and best practices.
  • Ensure all policies and supporting documentation remain current and accessible.
6. Cross-Functional Assurance Projects:
  • Participate in ad-hoc projects (e.g., supplier audits, business continuity testing) that require audit expertise.
  • Raise risks based on audit findings.
7. Stakeholder Engagement and Training:
  • Deliver engaging training and awareness workshops on ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 requirements.
Qualifications:Qualifications & Experience:
1. Essential:
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience as an Internal Auditor or equivalent, with hands-on ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 audit delivery.
  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), CISA, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, or equivalent.
  • Proven ability to conduct risk-based audits, gap analyses, and root-cause investigations.
2. Desirable:
  • Experience auditing additional ISO standards (e.g., ISO 14001, ISO 22301).
  • Background in IT, software development, or managed services environments.
Key Skills & Attributes:
  • Analytical Thinking: Able to interpret complex processes and data to identify control weaknesses.
  • Communication: Clear and concise report writing, confident presenter in workshops and meetings.
  • Organisational Excellence: Skilled at juggling multiple audit streams and meeting tight deadlines.
  • Collaboration: Builds rapport quickly, influencing stakeholders to implement improvements.
  • Detail-Orientation: High degree of accuracy in audit sampling, documentation, and follow-up.
Behaviours:
  • Proactive: Anticipates risks and initiates audits and follow-up activities without prompting.
  • Integrity: Upholds objectivity and confidentiality at all times.
  • Continuous Learner: Keeps abreast of emerging standards and shares best practices with the team.
  • Adaptable: Responds flexibly to changing priorities and audit scopes.
What we care about:At Bell, we believe that we are stronger together, and promote an open, collaborative culture where everyone is encouraged to be involved in the shaping of our business.We value diversity!We seek to employ a workforce representative of the markets that we serve and work hard to ensure that all of our staff have the opportunity to thrive within a friendly and inclusive environment.Why join Bell:Why join bell:
  • We prioritise internal development opportunities and offer access to our Udemy training platform with over 5000 training courses
  • Competitive Salary
  • Flexible remote working
  • A generous company pension
  • 25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays and the option to purchase 5 extra days!
  • Healthcare and dental insurance
  • Life assurance
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • A diverse and inclusive work culture
  • Modern vibrant workplaces
  • Exclusive discounts with major retailers, discount gym memberships and access to our wellness centre

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