Prestigious opportunity with a Global Market leading Retail organisation for an IT Controls Test Lead. Following a period of significant growth and change, we are seeking a talented, self-starter to join our success story. Hybrid and flexible working is provided, as well as an enviable rewards package and ongoing career development.As our IT Test Lead, you will be responsible for:-

• Conducting compliance testing to determine the design and operational effectiveness of our IT controls
• Working with 3rd party suppliers to ensure adequate controls assurance is in place
• Performing quality assurance reviews
• Leading on issue management and remediation activities to drive improvement
• Providing operational support for new controls, owners and operators and look for ways to improve maturity across process, technology and people.
• Providing training and development to control owners and operators
• Managing the test schedule to ensure controls are tested in priority order and adjustments are made as the overall risk profile changes across the IT landscape.
• Informing stakeholders of improvement opportunities and control weaknesses, providing actionable feedback and recommendations
• Driving an effective risk & control culture across the organisation

If you possess a combination of some of the following skills, then LETS TALK!

• Ability to lead an IT controls testing programme
• Experience of working within an external audit team either within a big 4 or similar environment or managing external IT audits from within a corporate environment
• Knowledge of ITGC (IT General Controls) design and test across access, change and operations domains
• Previous experience working with or reviewing SOC reports
• Ability to build productive relationships across businesses and beyond the team
• Proven track record in deciphering complex information to analyse and report to different audiences
• Knowledge of ServiceNow is advantageous but not essential.

In return, you will be rewarded with ongoing career development and training, in addition to an enviable benefits package. Flexible working options available.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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