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Internal Control Specialist (IT)

Venda Do Pinheiro

Job description

You will report to the IT internal control lead, located in Germany, and have the unique opportunity to work closely with senior management across the entire Group. As a part of International Distribution Services plc, our partner Group is required to comply with UK’s corporate governance requirements (UK SOx). The  team is responsible for achieving UK SOx compliance by implementing and managing internal controls worldwide.
In this role, you will play a key part in implementing UK SOx compliance from an IT perspective. This includes not only financial reporting, but also areas in compliance, operations, and non-financial aspects. You will start from the ground up and assist in building and assessing the internal control framework of the Group. This position offers valuable hands-on experience and a chance to shape internal processes and controls from scratch, making it ideal for someone looking to grow in internal controls and compliance within an international environment.
What can you expect with us?
  • Drive planning, execution, and documentation of IT control testing procedures in accordance with established methodologies and timelines
  • Evaluate control deficiencies and work with relevant stakeholders to develop remediation plans and monitor the implementation of corrective actions
  • Stay abreast of emerging trends, regulations, and best practices in IT governance, risk management, and compliance 
  • Manage the exception process for risks that cannot be remediated in stipulated timelines
  • Provide consultative services and awareness to business units regarding risks, standards of due care and appropriate information security safeguards
  • Support financial and operational control specialists with delivering and leveraging technology and digital capabilities
  • Maintain results and documentation in the our partner Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) too



Requirements

What do you bring to the table?
  • Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, finance, or related field
  • A minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in IT audit, risk management, or compliance
  • Strong understanding of SOx requirements, COSO framework, and industry-standard IT control frameworks (e.g., COBIT, ITIL, UK Corporate Governance Code)
  • Relevant certifications such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) are a great plus
  • Experience with AuditBoard or similar GRC tools are beneficial
  • Motivation to constantly improve processes and methodologies 
  • Self-motivated and results-oriented – capable of leading and completing assignments without supervision
  • Strong ethical values and the ability to maintain objectivity and independence throughout the audit process
  • Advanced language proficiency in English (C1). Other languages, mainly Spanish or Italian, are a big plus
  • Willingness to travel to other location (approx. 10-15%)


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