Regulatory Reporting - Internal Audit Manager

We have been awarded the "Most Loved Workplace"! At Metro Bank, people come first - our culture is all about bringing the best out in our colleagues, and making sure everyone feels valued, respected, seen and included. We strongly believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace and to find the very best person for the job, we always look across a wide range of diverse communities.

What you will do:

• Input to the regulatory reporting areas of the Audit Universe and the annual planning for regulatory reporting audits

• Execute the regulatory reporting audit plan and report findings in a timely manner

• Work independently producing terms of reference, planning, testing and producing audit reports to provide assurance that significant business risks associated with Regulatory reporting are identified and appropriately controlled.

• Use range of audit techniques to deliver audit work, including data analytics

• Provide an independent view of the effectiveness of processes and controls and the interpretation of regulatory guidance

• Build and maintain open communication with management and an understanding of business activities through attendance at applicable risk forums

• Keep up to date with industry developments and regulatory pronouncements and reporting standards; and assess impact when performing regulatory reporting reviews as appropriate

• Follow up on your audit recommendations and ensure that they have been implemented before reporting them as closed for the Audit Committee

And... we are a bank so risk is a part of everything we do. We love people who take responsibility, do the right thing for customers, colleagues and Metro Bank and have the ability to call out any concerns.

What you will need:

• Understand the risks associated with your job and what that means for you, Metro Bank and all our stakeholders

• Experience and deep understanding of FINREP, COREP, including credit risk, asset encumbrance, leverage ratio, large exposures and Liquidity returns

• Up to date knowledge of the current rules and regulations around the various regulatory reporting returns

• Experience of auditing/reviewing/working on regulatory reporting/Financial Institutions, or skilled in risk management

• Professional Accountancy Qualification ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent

• Proactive behaviours and an attention to detail

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to support and challenge stakeholders at all levels of the Bank

Our promise to you…

• We will make sure that you are well-rewarded by providing you with a competitive salary, discretionary annual bonus, and a wide range of benefits, including generous holiday allowance, attractive pension scheme, healthcare, life assurance, and a number of colleague discounts!

• We will give you the training to ensure you succeed in your role and plenty of internal opportunities to progress your career (around 40% of our recruitment comes from internal promotions!).

• We are also all about balance so most of our jobs offer the opportunity for hybrid working built around your role and home life, wherever possible.