Senior Assurance Analyst

Play a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of a comprehensive assurance plan within a thriving, forward-thinking organisation. This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about making a tangible impact by ensuring robust risk management and effective internal controls during an important phase of organisational growth.

• Be at the heart of strategic decision-making by delivering assurance on key risks and internal controls, directly influencing the direction of the business.
• Enjoy a collaborative culture that prioritises empathy, transparency, and teamwork.
• Benefit from flexible working arrangements and ongoing professional development opportunities as you work alongside knowledgeable colleagues committed to shared success.
  
  

What You'll Do

As a Senior Assurance Analyst, you will take ownership of delivering a robust assurance programme that underpins the organisation’s commitment to excellence in governance and risk management.

• Lead and manage the execution of a risk-based assurance work plan approved by the Audit and Risk Committee, ensuring all activities align with organisational objectives.
• Examine and evaluate the adequacy and application of internal controls across various business units, identifying areas for enhancement and recommending best practice solutions.
• Independently oversee specialised audits or reviews requested by senior leadership teams, ensuring thoroughness and clarity in all findings.
• Act as an ambassador for risk and assurance throughout the organisation, fostering awareness and understanding of effective risk management practices.
• Identify weaknesses in internal controls or processes, providing actionable recommendations for streamlining operations or improving compliance based on industry standards.
• Recommend systems and process re-engineering opportunities to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and overall business performance.
• Lead follow-up activities to ensure timely remediation of control deficiencies or implementation of recommended improvements by relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure that risk management policies and assurance processes are not only established but also operationally effective across all departments.
• Engage with external assurance partners when required, managing their contributions to meet quality, time, and budget expectations.
• Prepare clear, insightful reports for senior management committees, presenting key findings and recommendations in a manner that drives informed decision-making.
  
  

What You'll Bring

• Experienced in building strong relationships with stakeholders through clear communication and collaboration.
• Holds a tertiary qualification with 5–7 years of audit experience in large firms or corporate settings.
• Skilled at understanding complex business environments and adapting to shifting priorities.
• Proven track record in developing creative solutions for process improvements.
• Advanced knowledge of risk assessment and internal control frameworks, providing best practice feedback.
• Manages end-to-end audit reviews independently, taking full accountability for outcomes.
• Familiar with IT processes and has experience with audits related to compliance (e.g., ISO 27001 is a plus).
• Strong report-writing skills tailored to executive audiences, including audit committees and senior leaders.
• Able to work constructively with external partners and co-source providers to meet timelines and budgets.
  
  

Flexible working arrangements empower team members to balance professional ambitions with personal commitments without compromise. Ongoing training opportunities ensure your skills remain current so you can continue growing alongside the business. With a focus on wellbeing initiatives designed around employee feedback, and an open-door policy encouraging honest dialogue - you’ll feel genuinely supported throughout your journey here.

For more information or a confidential disucssion, please contact Luke Gilbert on [email protected] or 021 084 85188.

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence within this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Luke Gilbert on +6444719772