London
The Cyber Risk and Compliance team ensures that WPP Media are adhering to internal policies and procedures so that WPP Media meets regulatory, client and external audit requirements. The role is pivotal to embed robust Data & Technology controls, driving compliance with our policies, and ensuring audit readiness for obligations such as SOX 404 IO. As a key member of the Media compliance team, you will deliver control assurance, actively coach project teams, and play a strategic role in shaping the group’s compliance and controls posture to be more consistent, standardised, and repeatable.
What you’ll be doing:
- Be a key liaison with the markets to assist in timely completion of audits (internal, external or client), providing support and guidance as required
- Communicate effectively with Control Owners, Operators, Business platform Directors and other senior stakeholders
- Ensure all stakeholders are informed about progress, risks, and issues
- Develop Standard Operating Procedures and Risk and Controls Matrix for application control environment
- Play a key role in monitoring audit deficiencies – from challenging the validity of deficiencies in audit close meetings, to supporting markets in developing remediation plans
- Review remediation documentation to ensure the plan has been implemented correctly
- Identify appropriate mitigating controls for audit deficiencies, considering both controls on the IT and financial framework which adequately address the risk identified
- Perform detailed walkthroughs of automated controls to review system configuration and ensure risk associated to the control has been addressed
- Provide up-to-date reporting of audit readiness to the Director of CRC Media
What you’ll need:
- Understanding the importance of strong IT controls and maintaining a positive user experience
- Prior experience in internal and external IT audits
- Robust understanding of SOX controls framework; experience working with external auditors on SOX compliance within large‑scale transformation programmes
- Ability to work independently and proactively solve self‑identified problems
- Attention to detail – applying quality standards to all tasks undertaken and ensuring that nothing is overlooked
- Ability to collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to explain technology risk implications, and communicate in a language appropriate to the audience
- Ability to adjust priorities and manage time wisely in a fast‑paced environment
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across departments and global markets
- Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and analyse data effectively, efficiently and accurately
- Prior exposure to data migration assurance and reconciliation processes
- Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CISA, CIA, CRISC) are advantageous
Benefits:
- Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work
- Scale and opportunity – Opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry
- Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers
- Hybrid working – Teams are in the office around four days a week, with flexibility available as discussed during the interview process
WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
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