OVERVIEW

The Maples Group is a standard bearer in financial and legal services, trusted by many of the world’s largest hedge fund managers, private equity firms and international corporations. 

Our distinction flows from our carefully curated team: 2,500+ professionals characterised by tenacity, ethics and exacting excellence. Operating in key financial centres across the Americas, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, our international presence offers a unique springboard for career development and cross-cultural immersion.  Our side-by-side financial and legal services are similarly ripe for interdisciplinary learning and growth.  

The Maples Group looks to add a Leeds based Senior IT Internal Auditor to our team and invites eager and qualified candidates to apply. We are committed to diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity as we attract, retain and develop world-class talent. 

Who We Seek

Our merit-based culture suits professionals in pursuit of boundless careers and lives.  Beyond their acumen, team members are collaborative and conscientious, bringing a healthy sense of drive and purpose to each interaction and to all aspects of their work. 

About the Role

The Senior IT Internal Auditor is primarily responsible for the internal audits of the Maples Group in relation to compliance with information technology policies, procedures and controls including information/cyber security. 

Primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Conducting IT audit engagements in accordance with best practices methodology and professional standards including planning, fieldwork and preparing the written internal IT audit reports, which will be subject to review and approval by the Audit Committees, that set out the critical control weaknesses, the important control weaknesses and the areas for improvement identified during onsite audits;
• Providing and communicating findings and recommendations for improvement in those areas where opportunities or deficiencies are identified;
• Proactively conducting follow ups with action plan owners to ensure audit recommendations are implemented on time in a manner that address the related risk;
• Contributing to the development of the written internal IT audit plans, which will be subject to review and approval by the Audit Committees, that set out the frequency of audits, which offices and business units are to be covered (including timeframe), summary of testing to be performed, control objectives and detailed procedures;
• Contributing to the annual review of the IT and Information Security audit universe, which will be subject to approval by the Audit Committees, and to the development and continuous improvement of audit methodologies, processes and services;
• Examining and assessing IT policies and procedures;
• Contributing to SOC 1 Type 2 and SOC 2 Type 2 readiness reviews and generally assisting with the SOC 1 Type 2, SOC 2 Type 2 and ISO 27001 / 27701 audit engagements as they relate to IT controls;
• Evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of how risks are identified and managed;
• Identifying and reporting compliance breaches;
• Providing assurance that internal controls are effective and working as intended;
• Performing regular follow-up audits on non-compliant or high-risk areas;
• Liaising with clients for the purpose of analysing problems, workflows, responsibilities and procedures; and
• Establishing and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships throughout all phases of the audit
• Drafting, updating and implementation of internal audit methodologies and tools;
• Assisting business audit engagements through assessment of technology risks, IT controls, cybersecurity and data-related risks impacting business processes; and
• Support for implementation of various Maples Group projects

EXPERIENCE

What You Bring

In addition to indisputably high ethical standards and autonomy, the ideal candidate possesses the following: 

• Minimum 3 to 5 years' experience in providing Information Technology and Security assurance and/or equivalent IT and security experience
• Solid technical background, preferable with hands-on knowledge, in following areas
• IT processes, but not limited to: Information Security, Logical Access, Change Management, Service Management, Vendor Risk Management, Cloud Governance, AI Governance, Data Governance, Operational Resilience
• Technical domains: Network, Infrastructure, Applications, Virtualization, Cloud technologies, Emerging Technologies including AI
• Sound knowledge of IIA and ISACA standards and practice advisories and Information Security principles, IT technologies, Cloud and Emerging technologies, and related risks
• In-depth knowledge of compliance standards and governance frameworks including but not limited to Cobit, ITIL, NIST, ISO
• Professional information technology auditing designation (CISA)
• Efficient management and execution of the engagements
• Strong analytical, problem solving and negotiation skills and able to work independently
• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal communication skills across all levels of the organisation and capable of expertly leading communications and negotiations with auditees and the stakeholders
• Professional IT, Internal Audit, and/or other professional designations such as, but not limited to CISM, CISSP, CCSK, CSSP, IT certifications/designations;
• Desire to learn and maintain awareness of emerging risks and controls and to keep abreast of current technologies and new developments in auditing techniques;
• Knowledge of business processes and regulatory environments within the Financial Services industry;
• Team player with proven skills in influencing people

BENEFITS & REWARDS

The most enduring professional relationships are reciprocal relationships.  The Maples Group prioritises employee health and wellbeing. Depending on your location, we offer a range of benefits, including: 

• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental and optical)
• Competitive vacation packages
• Educational assistance and professional development programmes
• Savings or pension plan
• Life insurance
• Travel insurance
• Global mental wellness programme 
• Sports clubs and social events 

ABOUT MAPLES GROUP

Over five decades, the Maples Group has grown from modest beginnings into one of the world's preeminent professional services firms, offering specialised fiduciary, fund administration, regulatory and compliance, entity formation and management and legal services on the laws of the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Ireland, Jersey and Luxembourg. 

You can learn more about the Maples Group on our corporate website.  Experience our culture and our people on our Careers Page or on LinkedIn. 

Please note that it is the Maples Group standard policy to undertake various background screening checks on all applicants to whom a conditional job offer is made. Except for roles based in the Republic of Ireland, the background checks will include criminal records checks when a conditional job offer is made. If you have a criminal record, it does not mean that your job offer will be automatically withdrawn. The Maples Group will make all job offer decisions on a case-by-case basis and will take a number of factors into account, such as the role that you are applying for and the nature and circumstances of the past offence. You will have the opportunity to discuss the matter with us before a decision is made. Further details will be provided at the time any conditional job offer is made. 

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