What you'll doThe Audit and Controls Lead provides expert knowledge to deliver activities in relation to implementing and maintaining control systems, processes and high quality internal audit activities, which add value and improve the organization?s operations and provide assurance it is in conformity with the Standards and Code of Ethics, (across financial and non-financial areas of the business).The Audit and Controls Lead focuses on the execution of activities relating to the design, development, implementation and maintenance of Vodafone's audit programmes and control systems.Typically reports to the Senior Audit and Controls Manager.Who you are* Implements audit plans and activities within the Internal Audit (IA) Guidelines and Methodology to help add value to Vodafone by identifying risks and assessing control environments;* Understands the Corporate Governance requirements of market(s);* Develops, implements and maintains assurance plans within systems, audit plans and executes audits in line with the IA guidelines and methodology;* Delivers independent, objective internal audit activity;* Identifies key controls in operation, using knowledge of the correct methodology;* Identifies and highlights potential control problems through analysis and reporting;* Ensures solid relations are fostered with relevant managers, informing and engaging them on the audit objective/s and communication audit results promptly;* Maintains a system to monitor the disposition of results communicated to management;* Ensures audit reports include the engagement?s objectives and scope as well as applicable conclusions, recommendations, and action plans;* Ensures accuracy of engagement communications (e.g. Auditor?s executive summary and possibly grading);* Maintains solid relationships with partners (audit teams, auditees, management, external advisors and PMO etc.) across the organisation to understand issues and identify areas in the control environment for improvement;* Conducts deployment activities of relevant control tools and resources in accordance with the functional strategy;* Has a good understanding of issues and identifies areas in the control environment for improvement using acquired technical experience;* May provide informal guidance to junior staff.Not a perfect fit?Worried that you don't meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.What's in it for youWe want you to feel happy and fulfilled at work, without compromising the other things in life that matter to you. There are lots of ways we support this, including hybrid working and generous parental leave. You'll also get four Spirit Days a year to focus on your personal development and wellbeing, plus a host of other great benefits too.Who we areYou may have already heard of Vodafone - We're a leading Telecommunications company in Europe and Africa. But what you might not know is that we are continuously investing in new technologies to improve the lives of millions of customers, businesses and people around the world, creating a better future for everyone.As part of our global family, whether that's Vodafone, Vodacom or _VOIS, you'll feel a sense of pride and purpose as you contribute to our culture of innovation. We pursue equality of opportunity and inclusion for all candidates through our employment policies and practices. We recognise and celebrate the importance of diversity and inclusivity in our workspace and we do not tolerate any form of discrimination especially related to but not limited to race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identification, sexual orientation, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, religion, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, social origin, cultural background, social, or marital status.Together we can.
