Senior Audit Manager

A leading Top 10 accountancy firm is seeking an experienced Audit Senior Manager to join its specialist Insurance Audit team. This is a key leadership role within a growing practice, offering exposure to a diverse portfolio of insurance clients including Lloyd’s syndicates, brokers, MGAs, and listed insurance groups.

You will play a pivotal role in leading complex audit engagements, managing senior client relationships, and contributing to the continued growth of the firm’s insurance offering.

Key Responsibilities

Client & Engagement Management

• Lead and oversee audit engagements for a portfolio of insurance clients
• Act as the primary point of contact for senior stakeholders, including CFOs and Finance Directors
• Ensure audits are delivered to a high standard, on time and within budget
• Manage multiple engagements simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

Technical & Regulatory Oversight

• Provide expert guidance on insurance-specific accounting standards and regulatory requirements
• Oversee audits in line with UK GAAP, IFRS, and relevant FCA/PRA regulations
• Review complex audit areas including technical reserves, reinsurance arrangements, and investment valuations
• Ensure compliance with internal audit methodology and external regulatory standards

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, coach, and develop Audit Managers and junior team members
• Drive high performance and foster a collaborative team culture
• Play a key role in resource planning and workflow management

Business Development

• Support partners in winning new business and expanding existing client relationships
• Identify cross-selling opportunities across the wider firm
• Contribute to proposals, pitches, and thought leadership within the insurance sector

Quality & Risk Management

• Ensure robust audit quality and adherence to risk and compliance procedures
• Act as a key escalation point for technical and engagement-related matters
• Support internal and external quality reviews

Requirements

• Significant external audit experience within a Top 10 / Big 4 or leading practice
• Strong experience auditing insurance clients (e.g. Lloyd’s, brokers, MGAs, or insurers)
• In-depth knowledge of IFRS, UK GAAP, and insurance regulatory frameworks
• Proven ability to manage large, complex audit engagements
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Commercial mindset with experience supporting business development initiatives
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £95,000
• Clear progression pathway to Director / Partner
• Exposure to high-profile insurance clients
• Flexible hybrid working model
• Ongoing professional development and leadership training

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