EY UK Independence Team - Risk Management Associate Permanent London 

United Kingdom, England, London 

684177242

UK Independence Team – Risk Management – Associate – Permanent

A vacancy exists within the Independence team for an Independence Associate. This is a full time, permanent role, based in London. No previous Independence or Risk Management experience is required as full training will be provided.

Your key responsibilities

The role is intended to be varied and over time the role holder will have exposure to and work with, all of the sub functions within the department. Responsibilities will include:

• Analysis of existing relationships with potential new audit clients;
• Provision of advice to professionals and partners within the business, to help them manage their personal Independence obligations;
• Review of proposed business relationships with 3rd parties;
• Supporting with information gathering for regulatory requests and internal audit reviews
• Supporting senior members of the Independence team, as required
• Providing training/support to colleagues in EY overseas ‘shared services centres’ in respect of matters outsourced, including reviewing the output/quality of work they produce and providing feedback as required

Previous Independence, Risk Management or Compliance experience is not required, however, would be beneficial.
Candidates must possess the following skills and experience:

• Strong analytical and interpretation skills with excellent attention to detail
• Extremely organised and able to manage complex projects
• Ability to multi-task
• Adaptability and flexibility with good team working skills and the ability to multi-task
• Ability to build strong working relationships with service lines and develop an excellent understanding of their business
• Ability to work to pre-determined deadlines and meet objectives under pressure
• Ability to think strategically and handle complex concepts
• Proactive approach and capability of working using own initiative
• Strong communication ability with colleagues at all levels including delivering tough messages to senior leaders within the firm

What we offer

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.