The Role
Act as Senior Internal Auditor within the Internal Audit team. To deliver independent, risk-based assurance over governance, risk management and internal controls, reporting to Senior Management and the Audit Committee. The role leads internal audit engagements end-to-end, supports investigations and advisory activity, and drives continuous improvement in controls and audit practices.
About us
Fidelis Insurance Group, which expects to rebrand as Pelagos Insurance Capital in May 2026, subject to all necessary legal and regulatory approvals, is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees. We do not tolerate discrimination based on, including but not limited to, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, paternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity or marriage and civil partnership.
We strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified individuals from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Fidelis Insurance Group.
Key Role Accountabilities
- Assist with the operation of an effective internal audit function.
- Assist with developing, maintaining and executing a proportionate risk-based audit plan.
- Assist with the monitoring and reporting on the certification of internal controls identified in the ERM framework.
- Assist with conducting internal audit work and fraud investigations as requested by Senior Management or the Audit Committee.
- Lead on designated projects to perform all aspects of Internal Audit engagements including planning, fieldwork, testing, concluding findings and reporting to the HIA and Audit Manager.
- Either assist or conduct closing meetings with auditee, communicating findings in an effective manner and agreeing actions to address the issues identified.
- Monitor completion of all agreed actions resulting from audit reports and ensuring that regular reminders are sent and that deadlines are met.
- Assist with reporting on the impact of any major audit findings where management has decided to assume the risk because of cost or other considerations.
- Document all audit work and working papers within the GRC software used internally (Team Mate).
- Assist the HIA in keeping Internal Audit procedures up to date and being compliant with all relevant standards and legislation and day-to-day processes.
- Maintain good communication and relationship with management and the business.
- Contribute to enhancements in audit methodology, tools and documentation.
Qualifications, Experience and Competencies
Qualifications:
- University degree in Accountancy, Business, Law or a related subject.
- Preferred professional accounting/ auditing qualification required (CA, CPA, ACA, ACCA or IIA) and preferably ACII certified.
Experience:
- Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in external and internal auditing in (re)insurance or a financial services environment.
- Prior experience in performing internal audits in the Bermuda and London (re)insurance markets, including third party capital management vehicles.
Competencies:
- Professional Standards & Regulatory Knowledge: A sound working knowledge of the International Professional Practices Framework.
- Knowledge of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act with SOX compliance experience is preferred.
- Risk, Governance & Control Expertise: Strong understanding of risk management, internal controls and governance frameworks.
- Audit Tools & Methodology: Knowledge/experience working with electronic audit working papers and reporting is an advantage.
- Professional Integrity & Judgement: A high level of discretion and credibility when interacting with senior management and process owners.
- Stakeholder Management & Communication: Strong interpersonal skills, capable of building strong, trusting relationships with business operations, while remaining independent and objective.
- Delivery & Time Management: Ability to work independently, prioritise and handle a demanding workload with strict deadlines.
- Systems, Data & Analytical Capability: High proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of applications, as well as extensive experience with spreadsheets and database processing programs. Experience of using Data analytics techniques is preferred.
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