Risk Assurance Assistant Manager

We are looking for an Assistant Manager to join our growing Risk Assurance team in our London office.

Our Risk Assurance practice is expanding rapidly, and we are seeking a driven and capable professional who can play a key role in delivering high-quality risk assurance and advisory services to our clients. This is an excellent opportunity to take on more responsibility, manage client engagements, and develop your leadership skills in a collaborative and supportive environment.

We work across a broad range of services, including Internal Audit, Process and Controls Reviews, Corporate Governance, Technology Assurance, Third-Party Risk Assurance, and Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) engagements. Our clients span sectors such as financial services, listed corporates, and large charities.

Client Delivery

• Lead and deliver risk assurance engagements, ensuring quality and timeliness of outputs
• Manage project plans, budgets, and resource allocation
• Conduct fieldwork, review work performed by the team, and prepare client reports
• Provide tailored assurance solutions to meet specific client needs

Client Relationship Management

• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with client stakeholders
• Support in identifying opportunities for additional value and cross-service collaboration
• Contribute to client presentations and meetings

Team Leadership & Development

• †††††††Supervise, coach, and support junior staff on engagements
• Provide constructive feedback and contribute to performance reviews
• Assist in planning team workloads and training activities

• Experience in risk assurance, internal audit, or related risk and controls work (professional services experience preferred)
• Proven ability to manage engagements and deliver high-quality outputs
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels
• Motivated self-starter with the ambition to progress your career
• Holding a relevant professional qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, IIA)

Why JC?

Johnston Carmichael helps to build success stories that change lives - whether it's our clients, our communities, or most importantly, our people, who now number over 900 across the UK.

We work with individuals and businesses all over the country and our expertise covers almost every industry sector. We're also an independent member firm of Moore Global Network Limited, a global accounting and advisory network of over 37,000 advisers across more than 114 countries.

Everything we do at Johnston Carmichael is underpinned by our four core values - Doing The Right Thing, Standing In Other People's Shoes, Leading Our Future and Remaining Relevant. We've created a range of ways to support our people to make sure every voice is heard, including our People and Culture Forum, and we encourage each of our sharp minds to be leaders of their work and learning. You can read more about our culture and values here .

In the last 10 years we've raised more than £450,000 for charity and continuously evolved our commitment to sustainable business practices. We are Gold sponsors of the Kiltwalk and also partner with Netball Scotland and England Netball, creating an enduring impact on the ground in our communities.

Why Risk Assurance and Internal Audit?

Risk is unavoidable - but our Risk Assurance and Internal Audit team can ensure that it's managed effectively to help businesses succeed.

Businesses can encounter a host of risks and difficulties that can affect growth and create inefficiencies in their operations. If these risks become reality, they can impact all aspects of the organisation and significantly compromise its viability.

Whilst complete control over every risk is impossible, businesses need robust and effective internal controls and governance to ensure they're equipped to weather any challenges. You can help them proactively identify and implement controls to mitigate both existing and emerging risks.

What you can expect

As well as working with a great team of colleagues and enjoying the balance of hybrid and flexible working, we offer a range of benefits to make your time at JC even more fulfilling. Click here to see what's on offer.

Different backgrounds and different opinions make for more interesting work and better outcomes. We're sure we don't have to say this, but we welcome people from all backgrounds, regardless of your heritage, ethnicity, religious beliefs, sexual identity or gender identity. We also actively encourage applications from anyone who's had an extended time away from paid employment.

Our team is made up of people who've taken varied routes through their careers. We're here to give you the tools, support, and materials to develop your expertise so you can pursue your ambitions. Our JC Aspire learning programme helps everyone reach their personal goals, and we've also carefully created our own Leadership Development Programme, which is accredited by the University of Strathclyde Business School at Masters degree level.

We look forward to hearing from you

If you're ready to write your success story with us, apply today.

At Johnston Carmichael we are committed to diversity, equality and inclusion in the workplace. A copy of this policy will be made available on request. We also welcome applications from individuals who have had time away from paid employment