Interim Internal Controls Consultant

A listed group is seeking an Interim Internal Controls / Audit Consultant to provide immediate support across governance, risk, and controls activity. This role will suit a hands-on interim professional who can quickly assess the current environment, strengthen internal control frameworks, and provide credible audit insight in a fast-moving business setting. The successful candidate will bring a demonstrable track record of delivering interim assignments, with the credibility and judgement to operate effectively from day one. This is a practical role requiring someone who can combine technical expertise with a pragmatic, delivery-focused approach. Key responsibilities: -Review and enhance the internal controls framework, ensuring controls are appropriately designed, documented, and operating effectively. -Support and deliver internal audit activity, including planning, walkthroughs, testing, reporting, and follow-up actions. -Identify control gaps, process weaknesses, and areas of risk, then recommend pragmatic improvements. -Work closely with senior stakeholders across finance and the wider business to strengthen governance and control awareness. -Assist with remediation plans and help embed sustainable improvements to processes and controls. -Provide clear, concise reporting on findings, risks, and recommendations. -Contribute to wider governance and assurance activity as required. Candidate profile: -Proven background in interim roles, with clear evidence of successful delivery in short-term or transformation-focused assignments. -Strong experience in internal controls and internal audit within a complex corporate environment. -Ability to work independently, build credibility quickly, and add value at pace. -Strong stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to engage and challenge appropriately at multiple levels. -Commercially minded, pragmatic, and delivery focused. Essential requirement: -Working knowledge of Provision 29 is essential, including practical familiarity with its application in a listed-company governance and internal controls context. Desirable: -Experience within a listed or regulated environment. -Background in finance, risk, governance, or assurance. -Relevant professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIA, or equivalent. Overview: This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced interim professional to step into a visible role and make an immediate impact across internal controls and audit. This business operates a hybrid working model and there will be a requirement to visit multiple locations across the South and South West of the UK