Senior Internal Auditor
Application Deadline: 30 January 2026
Department: Internal Audit
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: London UK
Description
- To support the Head of Internal Audit in the delivery of the Annual Audit Plan, including any additional activities that might arise.
- The purpose of the Internal Audit function is to provide independent and objective assurance to the Executive and Audit Committee, regarding the control environment of Asta and both their managed and outsourced clients.
- Asta’s Internal Audit team are unique in the market, providing assurance activities to Asta Managing Agency, Asta Underwriting Management Limited (our MGA book of business), an array of managed Lloyd’s syndicates and a portfolio of outsourced clients.
- A role in Internal Audit at Asta can bring both significant variety of audit work, as well as high levels of autonomy. The Senior Internal Auditor role is ideal for someone who would have the capabilities to move into an Internal Audit Manager role within the next 12-18 months.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver internal audits and assurance activities in accordance with the Annual Audit Plan and the Internal Audit Standards. This will involve interviewing staff and clients, gathering evidence, analysing processes / procedures and producing audit reports, which clearly describe findings and associated recommendations.
- Work in conjunction with Internal Audit Managers, including our co-source partners, to deliver larger, technical or external facing client internal audits.
- Record and maintain internal audit activities in our audit system (Decision Focus), ensuring data and information is up-to-date and facilitates functional reporting.
- Monitor the progress of agreed actions arising from finalised audits, to verify these have been implemented satisfactorily (and escalate potential issues to management where appropriate).
- Actively participate in functional activities to support continuous improvement in the Internal Audit methodology and processes.
- Collaborate with other functions – particularly client management, corporate governance, compliance and risk management – to ensure good alignment on assurance activities and proactive sharing of knowledge.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Previous experience working in an Internal Audit team / role, preferably in a commercial business setting.
- Good understanding of IIA Professional Standards and latest industry approaches, including their application to audits.
- Demonstrable insurance experience, preferably in the Lloyds or London insurance market.
- Relevant technical qualification is desirable – this could be in Internal Audit, Accountancy, IT, Risk or other relevant discipline.
- Effective report writing skills, with the ability to concisely communicate complex issues.
- Proficiency with IT (e.g. Microsoft Office) and the ability to adapt to the use of other appropriate IT tools as necessary.
Job Benefits
At Asta, you’ll enjoy a market-leading benefits package that puts your wellbeing, career development and financial future first. We combine flexible working, strong family-friendly policies and exceptional rewards to create a supportive, inclusive and high-performing workplace.
Our benefits include:
Work-life balance you can rely on
35-hour working week with hybrid and flexible working
Generous holiday allowance that increases with service
Your health & wellbeing covered
Private medical insurance with virtual GP access
Annual health screening, dental cover and eye care
Subsidised gym or sports club membership
Support for you and your family
Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental pay
Rewarding your contribution
Highly competitive pension with up to 13% employer contribution
Life assurance and income protection
Discretionary annual bonus scheme
Interest-free season ticket loan and salary sacrifice schemes
