Job Title: IT Audit Manager
Location: Madrid, Spain
Audit & Risk Recruitment is proud to partner with a global financial services business with an ambitious growth agenda and a strong commitment to maintaining a robust control environment. As part of their continued expansion, the company is strengthening its global IT Audit function and seeking an experienced IT Audit Manager to join their Madrid-based team.
The IT Audit Manager will play a pivotal role in shaping the company's technology assurance strategy and supporting the delivery of the annual audit plan. Acting as a key strategic partner to the Head of IT Audit, this role offers significant exposure to senior stakeholders and the wider business, contributing to the organisation's growth while ensuring risks are effectively managed within a controlled environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Plan, execute, and report on internal IT audits across a range of areas including infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud platforms, and product-led initiatives.
* Support the Head of Internal Audit in developing and refining the global IT audit strategy and annual planning cycle.
* Evaluate the design and effectiveness of IT controls, identifying gaps and providing pragmatic recommendations for improvement.
* Partner with business leaders and technology stakeholders to provide independent assurance and insights on emerging risks and control themes.
* Monitor remediation of audit findings and contribute to continuous improvement in IT governance and risk management frameworks.
* Collaborate with internal audit colleagues globally to share best practices and ensure consistency in approach across regions.
Requirements:
* Proven experience managing and delivering IT internal audits within regulated industries, preferably within financial services.
* Demonstrated knowledge of IT governance, information security, cybersecurity, cloud technologies, and operational risk management.
* Experience working within, or auditing, the First or Second Line of Defence in IT, Information Security, or Operational Risk functions.
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships across multiple teams and levels of seniority.
* Fluent in Spanish (both written and spoken) and proficient in English.
* Must hold a valid EU passport.