Audit Assistant Manager

Description:

GW Risk Limited, a specialist executive search and audit recruitment firm, is working with a leading, fast-growing accounting practice in London to recruit Audit Assistant Managers for its expanding Financial Services Audit Practice. This is a unique opportunity for auditors from corporate, not-for-profit, or other sectors to transition into Financial Services, specifically Investment Management, with full training and support provided.

This forward-thinking firm was founded by former Top 10 FS Partners and has rapidly grown by building strong, tailored relationships with CFOs and CEOs of leading investment management clients. Their approach focuses on quality, client engagement, and work-life balance, making this a highly attractive career move.

As an Audit Assistant Manager, you will support external audit and advisory engagements across Investment Management clients, gaining exposure to high-profile projects in an evolving and dynamic sector. The firm offers excellent career progression opportunities, aiming to grow future leaders internally to Director level (£150k+) within 4–5 years and Partner level (£180k+) within 5–7 years.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality external audits for Investment Management clients with tailored and client-focused solutions.

• Participate in audit and advisory engagements, providing insights and recommendations.

• Develop technical expertise in Financial Services audit through full training from industry leaders.

• Collaborate with senior stakeholders, including CFOs and CEOs, strengthening long-term client relationships.

• Contribute to the firm’s growth and practice development through proactive client engagement and professional excellence.

Requirements:

• Newly Qualified (NQ) to 3 years post-qualification experience in external audit.

• UK-based audit experience is essential (no sponsorship offered).

• Audit background from corporate, not-for-profit, or any sector (Big 4 experience not required; candidates from smaller firms encouraged).

• Accounts preparation experience advantageous but not essential.

• Strong technical knowledge, communication skills, and client relationship management.

• Commercial awareness with a keen interest in Financial Services and Investment Management.

Benefits & Opportunities:

• Competitive salary up to £65,000 per year + performance-based bonus.

• Excellent career development path with progression to Director in 4–5 years and Partner in 5–7 years.

• Exposure to high-profile Investment Management clients with opportunities to engage in both audit and advisory work.

• Supportive work environment with flexible hybrid working and an emphasis on work-life balance (rarely more than 40 hours per week).

• Access to training and mentoring from leading Financial Services industry professionals.