Group Internal Audit Manager

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Company Description At Frasers Group we’re rethinking retail. Through digital innovation and unique store experiences, we’re serving our consumers with the world’s best sports, premium and luxury brands globally. As a leader in the industry, we’re elevating the retail experience for our consumers through our collection of established brands, including Sports Direct, FLANNELS, USC, Frasers, and GAME. Why join us? Our vision – we are building the worlds most admired and compelling brand ecosystem Our purpose – we are elevating the lives of the many with access to the world’s best brands and experiences At Frasers Group, we fear less and do more. Our people are forward thinkers who are driven to operate outside of their comfort zone to change the future of retail, embracing challenges along the way. The potential to elevate your career is massive, the experience unrivalled. To be able to make the most of it you need to live and breathe our principles: · Think without limits – Think, think fast, think fearlessly · Own it and back yourself - Own the basics, own your role and own the results · Be relevant - Relevant to our people, our partners and the planet Are you ready to join the Fearless? Please note, this role is based in our Shirebrook HQ full time. Job Description Purpose of the Role Provide independent and objective assurance and advisory support over the effectiveness of the Group’s risk management and internal control framework. Play a key role in supporting compliance with Provision 29 of the UK Corporate Governance Code, including controls documentation, testing and reporting. Operate in full conformance with the Global Internal Audit Standards and support board-level assurance. Key Responsibilities – Internal Audit & Assurance Lead the planning, execution and reporting of complex and high-risk internal audit engagements. Oversee audit scoping, risk assessment and testing strategies. Review audit workpapers and results prepared by Internal Auditors. Ensure findings clearly articulate control weaknesses, root causes and risk impact. Oversee follow-up of management actions and escalate where remediation is ineffective. Provision 29 – Internal Controls Framework Leadership Lead the identification, documentation and assessment of material controls across the Group. Support management in defining control objectives and expected outcomes. Design and oversee controls testing programmes. Maintain documentation supporting the Board’s annual internal controls declaration. Monitor remediation of control deficiencies and provide thematic reporting. Governance, Risk & Advisory Provide independent advisory input on internal control design for major initiatives. Support continuous improvement of internal control and risk frameworks. Challenge first and second line assurance where appropriate. Support senior stakeholders in understanding control effectiveness and residual risk. Reporting & Audit Committee Support Prepare and review reports suitable for Audit Committee and Board review. Contribute to Audit Committee papers, including Provision 29 updates. Support responses to regulatory and external assurance enquiries. People, Quality & Standards Coach and develop Internal Auditors. Support the Internal Audit Quality Assurance and Improvement Programme. Ensure compliance with the Global Internal Audit Standards and IIA Code of Ethics. Qualifications Knowledge, Skills & Experience Proven experience in internal audit, risk or controls assurance within a complex organisation. Experience within the retail or consumer sector is desirable Strong understanding of internal controls frameworks and evidence-based assurance. Knowledge of the UK Corporate Governance Code, particularly Provision 29. Strong written and verbal communication skills. CIA / Chartered IIA qualification (or equivalent) desirable. Additional Information Along with your benefits package we also offer a wide range of perks for our colleagues: Frasers Champion- Our employees are at the heart of our business and we ensure individuals are recognised every single month for their hard work. Frasers Champion is a peer nominated scheme where 8 winners will receive double their pay for a month where they have lived the Frasers Group values. Retail Reconnect – In order to build the planets most admired and compelling brand ecosystem, all employees must understand our business, product and customers. Each financial year, head office employees will gain insights by spending one to two days in one of our stores or the warehouse. The goal is to learn how the work you do impacts our teams on the frontline, and to bring ideas back to the office which will improve how we work. Fearless 1200 – Fearless 1200 is our way of recognising our growth. It’s bold, ambitious, and designed to reward colleagues across the business for living our values and delivering impact. Fearless 1200 links how we perform to how we're rewarded – check out the video link to find out more - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0qmvJofMew Employee Welfare Frasers Fit – Our Everlast Gyms Team are on a mission to make our workforce the best, and fittest on the planet! We run free gym classes for employees as well as discounted memberships to our clubs. Frasers Fit is our wellbeing programme which aims to support and improve colleagues Physical, Financial & Mental wellbeing. The app is accessible for every employee and includes training, nutrition and lifestyle advice- all completely free. Retail Trust – We know that its not just about physical health, mental wellness is equally important which is why all of our employees get free access and support from the Retail Trust charity. This includes a 24 hour wellbeing helpline, wellness hub, counselling and financial/legal support. What’s next? Our Recruitment Team will be reviewing applications and all candidates will receive a response, whether you are successful or unsuccessful. Shortlisted applicants may be asked to confirm a few key details before being booked in for a first stage interview with the Recruiter - this will be behaviourally focussed and centred around how you align with our Culture and Values. If successful we anticipate one or two further interview stages with the Hiring Manager/wider team which will be more technically focussed and could include a presentation/task so we can see your skills in action.