Internal Audit Recruitment

Specialised internal recruitment

UK organisations face increasing pressure to recruit internal auditors who are skilled and understand the complexities of financial services. Every candidate we recommend has the technical knowledge and sector awareness needed to handle the demands of the audit industry with confidence.

Strategic company alignment

Long-term success depends on internal audit professionals who fit your company’s culture and strategic objectives. At Selby Jennings, we take the time to understand your business needs so that candidates bring not only technical expertise but also cultural alignment. This approach helps secure talent who deliver beyond compliance, support strategic goals, and contribute to growth.

Access to international audit talent pools

In a competitive market, especially across financial hubs such as London, Edinburgh, and Manchester, accessing a global pool of auditors with financial services expertise is essential. Our network provides candidates with proven technical skills and international experience, offering valuable perspectives that strengthen your internal audit function.

Long-term partnerships

We focus on building lasting partnerships to support your business through change and growth. By understanding your culture, goals, and long-term plans, we connect you with audit talent who meet immediate requirements and contribute to future success. This commitment makes us a trusted partner for internal audit recruitment across the UK’s leading financial centres.

Selby Jennings supports a broad range of firms with internal audit hiring, including but not limited to:

• Investment managers & hedge funds
• Private equity firms
• Global & regional banks
• Insurance providers
• Fintech & financial infrastructure firms
• Multinational corporates across key industries

…and many more businesses where governance, controls, and risk oversight are mission-critical.

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Selby Jennings partners with leading firms across financial services and corporate industries to recruit exceptional internal audit professionals. Roles we typically support include, but are not limited to:

• Internal Auditor
• Audit Analyst
• Senior Auditor
• SOX Auditor
• Risk & Controls Analyst
• IT Auditor
• Audit Associate
• Audit Business Partner
• Financial Controls Analyst
• Governance Analyst

We connect detail-driven, analytical professionals with organisations where audit and risk functions are essential to success.

Selby Jennings offers various workforce solutions tailored to your specific objectives.

• Permanent hires - Our permanent search service, whether through contingent or retained internal audit recruitment, helps you secure the professionals who can truly make an impact.
• Contract hires - Our extensive network of contractors and interim managers integrate seamlessly into companies to drive short term goals.
• Multi-hire projects - We take a consultative approach with our clients, managing the entire recruitment process from sourcing to hiring across the entire project.

UK firms often struggle with a shortage of auditors who have strong financial services experience. Regulatory requirements from the FCA and PRA drive demand higher, while competition in major hubs such as London and Edinburgh makes it harder to secure top talent. Retention is also a challenge in a candidate-driven market.

London is the largest hub, particularly for investment banking and asset management. Edinburgh has a strong focus on insurance, pensions, and asset servicing. Manchester, Leeds, and Birmingham are growing centres where many financial institutions and shared service operations are based, creating rising competition for skilled auditors.

UK regulations, particularly those from the FCA and PRA, mean internal auditors need a deep understanding of compliance, risk management, and governance frameworks. Candidates must be able to demonstrate practical knowledge of these requirements, which can narrow the available pool of talent.

Hiring within the UK often provides stronger regulatory familiarity and cultural alignment. However, international candidates can bring additional technical expertise and a broader perspective, which is especially valuable for global firms. The most effective approach is to consider both UK and international talent pools.

he average process takes between six and twelve weeks. The timeline depends on the seniority of the role, the availability of candidates in specific locations, and the level of regulatory and sector experience required.