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AI and Your GRC Career: Why Human Judgment Matters More Than Ever

Posted on Friday, May 1, 2026 by Careers In Group — No comments

AI and Your GRC Career: Why Human Judgment Matters More Than Ever It is impossible to escape the conversation about artificial intelligence right now; the pace of change has been unprecedented and this speed and trajectory will continue. Everywhere you turn, there is commentary about how AI will transform work, reshape teams, alter hiring, improve productivity and change the future of entire ...

AI Risk and Accountability: The Rising Importance of GRC Professionals

Posted on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 by Careers In Group — No comments

AI, Assurance and Accountability: Who Really Owns Risk in the Age of Automation? There is now no doubt that artificial intelligence is changing the way organisations operate. It is changing how information is processed, how decisions are supported, how communications are drafted and how work moves through businesses at speed. That shift is no longer theoretical. McKinsey’s 2025 global survey ...

Are GRC Careers Appealing Enough to Early Talent?

Posted on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 by Careers In Group — No comments

For all the discussion around technology, resilience, regulation, geopolitics and the future of work, a question has been popping up on the radar here: Are governance, risk and compliance careers appealing enough to the next generation of talent? It is an important question because the need for real skill, judgment and leadership within these functions is not standing still. If anything, it is ...

From Cows to Compliance: Ian Sadler’s Squiggly Career in Outsourcing

Posted on Thursday, September 25, 2025 — No comments

If you had asked a young Ian Sadler what he wanted to be when he grew up, Head of Global Outsourcing would not have made the list. Vet was the first answer, until the reality of chilly fields at 3am, a perpetual aroma of manure and a less than pleasant boss made him rethink life choices. Cue a shiny red sports car heading to court one summer’s day, and suddenly a suggested career in law looked a ...

Survey Results: Stay or Go?

Posted on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

For the past 16 years, CareersinAudit.com and the Careers In Group specialist job boards have commissioned bespoke annual research investigating different issues affecting professionals working in the Audit & Governance industries. The latest survey, conducted in partnership with Barclay Simpson , investigated the main reasons why Audit and Governance professionals around the world change jobs ...

Survey Results: GenAI - Friend or Foe?

Posted on Thursday, January 9, 2025 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Since 2008, CareersinAudit.com and the Careers In Group specialist job boards have commissioned bespoke research looking at different aspects of the Audit & Governance industry and issues affecting professionals working in these areas. Our latest 2025 survey, conducted in partnership with Barclay Simpson , aimed to uncover the impact of Generative AI (GenAI) on the Audit & Governance industry, ...

Audit Careers at EY: Encouraging Flexibility, Wellbeing and Belonging

Posted on Monday, December 2, 2024 by EY UK — No comments

Michelle is a senior manager in Audit; she’s passionate about promoting flexibility and empowering her team to prioritise their wellbeing. Discover how Michelle found flexibility and balance in her own role, and how she’s creating the same environment for others. Working at a global firm Michelle joined EY as a graduate in Aberdeen in 2011. After qualifying as a Chartered Accountant and ...

Audit Careers at EY: Harnessing our Globally Connected Networks and Building Lasting Connections

Posted on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 by EY UK — No comments

Fabrizio is a partner at EY in Glasgow. Discover how he harnessed his language skills to take part in a life-changing secondment in Italy. Supportive teams Fabrizio is Italian and grew up in Scotland. He studied Accounting and French at university, and has always had a keen interest in both numbers and languages. He was initially attracted to EY due to our global scale and international exposure, ...

Audit Careers at EY: World-Class Experiences in a Supportive Culture

Posted on Thursday, October 17, 2024 by EY UK — No comments

James is an assistant manager in Audit, currently on secondment in our Climate Change and Sustainability Services (CCaSS) team at EY. Discover more about how James’ career has evolved, and how he’s combining his experience in Audit with his passion for sustainability. University and beyond James joined EY as a summer intern during his second year of university. After completing his degree, he was ...

Cyber Security & Data Privacy - Recruitment Market Update 2024

Posted on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 16 Oct 2024 Welcome to Barclay Simpson’s 2024 Recruitment Market Update, which provides an overview of current recruitment trends and insights across the cyber security & data privacy sectors. Market Overview The cyber security and data privacy recruitment market continues to be subdued, with an uncertain economic and political environment dampening hiring intentions across many of the ...

Internal Audit & Controls Recruitment Market Update 2024

Posted on Friday, October 4, 2024 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Welcome to Barclay Simpson’s 2024 Recruitment Market Update, which provides an overview of current recruitment trends and insights across the internal audit & controls sectors. Market overview Following the trends established in 2023, the internal audit and controls recruitment market remained subdued through the first half of 2024. This is a consequence of the challenging economic and political ...

Audit Job Interviews: Best Self or True Self?

Posted on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 by Carol Mclachlan for CareersinAudit.com — No comments

We all have multiple ‘selves’ – just take a look at your social media identities in comparison to your LinkedIn profile! These many selves can all be genuine facets of the real ‘you’ – a healthy psychological modus, bringing to the fore, particular characteristics, to facilitate relationships and navigate your different stakeholder environments, as well as to ‘play’ and simply have fun. But which ...

Life Beyond Audit

Posted on Friday, April 19, 2024 by Carol Mclachlan for CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Both internal and external audit, as well as compliance, assurance and risk-related careers can all offer a structured, hierarchical career pattern, at least up to a certain point. But in the twenty first century, our career working lives are longer than ever, we might wish to step off the ladder, pursue a zig zag career, or even pivot to a new role or sector. In Life Beyond Audit, we explore ...

IHR Awards 2023 - Use of Technology Q&A - Rebecca Foden - Head of Student Talent Attraction at EY

Posted on Friday, February 16, 2024 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Prior to the IHR Awards 2023, Dario Cappelli, Sales Director at the Careers In Group met with Rebecca Foden, Head of Student Talent Attraction at EY, to gain insight about the shortlisted 'Use Of Technology' featured within their recruitment process. Rebecca has over 20 years of recruitment experience honing and mastering the art and science across world leading brands and managing the complete ...

Careers In Group Diversity & Inclusion Report 2024

Posted on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 by The Careers In Group — No comments

While focused on niche sectors of the employment and recruitment market, CareersinAudit.com and Careers In Group job boards and their users represent a small cross-section of the wider talent attraction industry. Diversity and Inclusion is just as important to specialist sectors as it is to the wider world of work. But what is diversity, why is it important for both business and talent ...

Inside the Auditorium Podcast - Episode 10 - Keith Burns, Audit Director of IT Operations and Financial Crime

Posted on Friday, February 9, 2024 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Delve into the dynamic world of audit, explore the importance of transferable skills, and share insights into key risks for 2024 in the tenth episode of Inside the Auditorium by Eames Consulting with guest, Keith Burns, Audit Director of IT Operations and Financial Crime for Santander. This episode explores: The acceleration of data analytics : Keith shares his view on the pace of change, with ...

Inside the Auditorium Podcast - Episode 9 - Shehryar Humayun, Audit Director for Models, Data and Applied Sciences

Posted on Monday, February 5, 2024 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Listen to an insightful dive into the future of AI in internal audit in the ninth episode of Inside the Auditorium by Eames Consulting with guest Shehryar Humayun, Audit Director for Models, Data and Applied Sciences at Lloyds Banking Group. This episode explores: Navigating the AI Landscape : Shehryar sheds light on the widespread adoption of AI, particularly Gen.AI and LLMs in organisations. He ...

Inside the Auditorium Podcast - Episode 8 - Imtiaz Hussain, Managing Director and Deputy Chief Auditor

Posted on Monday, January 29, 2024 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Explore climate change, data analytics and AI in internal audit in the eighth episode of the ‘ Inside the Auditorium ’ podcast by Eames Consulting, with Imtiaz Hussain, managing director and deputy chief auditor for BNY Mellon. This episode explores: Navigating environmental and climate risks : Financial services has a responsibility to the environment, and internal audit plays a big part in ...

Inside the Auditorium Podcast - Episode 7 - Ivan Martinez, Chief Audit Executive

Posted on Monday, January 22, 2024 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Delve into the untapped potential and unique skill sets that internal auditors bring to the table in the seventh episode of Inside the Auditorium by Eames Consulting with Ivan Martinez, Chief Audit Executive at Santander. This episode explores: Unlocking hidden potential : Ivan shares his perspective on how individuals transitioning from non-audit backgrounds often perceive internal audit as mere ...

Inside the Auditorium Podcast - Episode 6 - Scott Strachan, Head of Audit

Posted on Monday, January 15, 2024 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Explore the secrets of success and opportunities in internal audit in the sixth episode of the ' Inside the Auditorium ' podcast by Eames Consulting with guest, Scott Strachan, Head of Audit at Legal & General Investment Management (LGIM). Scott joins Hazel on the podcast to discuss the role of internal audit in the investment management industry and the challenges and changes facing the ...

Inside the Auditorium Podcast - Episode 5 - Aaron Brewer, Chief Security Architect

Posted on Monday, January 8, 2024 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Unlock the future of internal auditing in the fifth episode of the ‘ Inside the Auditorium ’ podcast by Eames Consulting, with Aaron Brewer, the Chief Security Architect for Standard Chartered Bank. This episode explores: Support leadership and talent retention : Aaron shares his views on supporting team members in their career journey and the benefits of allowing them to explore external ...

Can New Year Resolutions Damage Your Health?

Posted on Thursday, January 4, 2024 by Carol McLachlan for CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Updated, January 2025 Warning: New Year Resolutions Can Damage Your Health It’s always tempting to start the new year with a batch of resolutions – commitment to give up something undesirable or intention to do better in some way or another. Not only does it feel a very natural project to kick off a new chapter, it also often seems perfectly placed following the trials and tribulations, ...

Inside the Auditorium Podcast - Episode 4 - Peter Jones, Head of Data Analytics

Posted on Monday, December 18, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

In the fourth episode of the ‘ Inside the Auditorium ’ podcast by Eames Consulting, Peter Jones, the Head of Data Analytics Audit for Legal & General, dives into the intersection of data analytics and internal audit. This episode explores: Synergy between data experts and auditors : Peter sheds light on how analytics can transform core processes and applying tools to discover new insights and ...

Analytics Jobs in the US

Posted on Wednesday, December 13, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Data is changing the way American businesses work. Skilled analysts can uncover meaningful patterns, insights, and trends from raw data using various statistical and computational techniques. This information is extremely valuable because it aids decision making and enables more accurate predictions. Data analytics techniques are widely used and play a crucial role in numerous fields, including ...

Inside the Auditorium Podcast - Episode 3 - Andy Blight, Chief Auditor, Risk

Posted on Monday, December 11, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

In the third episode of the ‘ Inside the Auditorium ’ podcast by Eames Consulting, Andy Blight, Chief Auditor for Risk at Citibank, pushes us beyond the traditional boundaries of internal audit and offers a fresh perspective that will resonate with internal audit professionals. This episode explores: Longevity in Internal Audit : Andy emphasises the appeal of navigating challenges within the ...

Inside the Auditorium Podcast - Episode 2 - Sandro Boeri, Group Audit Co-Head of People Enablement & Head of Culture

Posted on Monday, December 4, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The second episode of the ‘ Inside the Auditorium ’ podcast by Eames Consulting, discovers the business-critical role of the internal audit profession. This week, Hazel is joined by Sandro Boeri, a leader and audit specialist with an impressive career trajectory from head of audit, to audit recruiter and trainer and now head of culture assessment for Deutsche Bank and his new role as president of ...

Inside the Auditorium Podcast - Episode 1 - Fortune Chigwende, Head of Internal Audit

Posted on Monday, November 27, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Welcome to the first of the ‘ Inside the Auditorium ’ podcast series, created by Eames Consulting. The show unlocks the secrets of success in the internal audit profession and aims to spotlight big names and influencers within this industry, delving into their passion for the role and uncovering what makes their teams and organisations extraordinary places to work. Each week, Hazel Rowe meets ...

The Gen-Z Auditor

Posted on Monday, October 30, 2023 by Carol McLachlan for CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Let’s start with defining terms. Generation Z is perhaps currently somewhat less exalted than older siblings, The Millennials, but as progeny of the late nineties and early noughties, their time is now. Their storming of the workplace has commenced; reader, you may be one! While this is not an academic piece, I do hate generalisation, so I took some of the sweeping characteristics of googled Gen ...

Why Joining Blick Rothenberg Can Catapult Your Finance Career

Posted on Thursday, October 26, 2023 by Blick Rothenberg for CareersinAudit.com (Advertorial Feature) — No comments

As a graduate, you will have a wide selection of options available to you. Understanding what the best choice is for your own personal career goals is no easy task. One thing many consider at this stage is the size of company they should join. Joining a mid-tier firm such as Blick Rothenberg can offer the best of both worlds. With a reputation of excellence among their clients, Blick Rothenberg ...

Financial Compliance Jobs in Europe

Posted on Monday, October 23, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The fallout from the 2008 financial crisis moved the needle on the value placed on compliance across the world. Governments suddenly implemented new robust policies, and previously passive regulators began cracking down on breaches and anti-money laundering (AML) failings using new punitive measures – forcing compliance functions to increase their resources and widen their scope. Amid this ...

Regulatory Compliance Careers in the UK

Posted on Monday, October 23, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

A career in regulatory compliance involves ensuring all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards are adhered to. It’s a critical business function across many industries including: finance, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and energy. If you’re considering working in this field, you’ll need to be detail oriented, analytical, a good communicator, and committed to upholding legal and ethical ...

The Basics of Risk Management

Posted on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

If you’re considering a career in risk management, but are short on details, let’s break down the basics of what’s involved and how you can get started. What is Risk Management? Every organisation must navigate uncertainty in order to achieve its goals. And while the future is impossible to predict with total accuracy, potential risks can be identified, assessed, prioritised, and mitigated to ...

Sustainability Jobs in the US

Posted on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The United States journey to become a more environmentally sustainable economy has accelerated the growth of specialist fields within the business landscape – from renewable energy to sustainable finance. Meanwhile, traditional businesses and organisations have made huge strides in a bid to reduce the environmental footprint of their operations. Amid this drive to “go green” a new category of ...

Dealing with Difficult People in your Compliance Career

Posted on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

When you work in compliance, you’ll encounter a broad range of people ranging from your own colleagues to external regulators. Most of them will be courteous and cooperative, but in this type of work, conflict can arise when people don’t see eye to eye. If you’re new to compliance, here’s a guide on what you can expect, along with strategies for dealing with difficult people you might meet in ...

A Day in the Life of a Cyber Security Manager

Posted on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 10 Oct 2023 In today's hyper-connected world, near constant digital threats make the role of a Cyber Security Manager more important than ever. Working behind the scenes, they safeguard sensitive information and protect organisations from malicious cyber-attacks that can be financially and reputationally disastrous. If you’re wondering how that works out in practice, let’s look at a ...

Information Assurance vs Information Security

Posted on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 10 Oct 2023 If you’re considering a career in cybersecurity, you might have come across the terms information assurance and information security. While they sound similar, and the two concepts are certainly related, their scopes and perspectives are rather different. In this article we’ll look at information assurance and information security in more detail and outline what sets them ...

Questions to Ask an Auditor in an Interview

Posted on Monday, October 9, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Getting any new hire wrong can have serious consequences. There’s the cost of recruitment, lack of productivity, cultural disruption, as well as the impact on team morale. However, this fallout becomes even more significant when you’re recruiting an auditor because they deal with sensitive financial information. Make a bad appointment and it could be your corporate reputation that’s on the line. ...

Which Sector is the Best Fit for Your Auditing Career?

Posted on Wednesday, October 4, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Which Sector is the Best Fit for Your Auditing Career? Every organisation needs to ensure its financial records, documents, and processes are accurate, up to date, and compliant with all relevant regulations and internal policies. This makes the role of an auditor extremely important because the work they do reveals whether finances are healthy, internal controls are robust enough, and ...

Are You Already an ESG Professional but You Don’t Know It?

Posted on Wednesday, October 4, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

If you’re interested in a career where you can make a real difference, then you might be familiar with the term ESG which stands for Environmental, Social and Governance. People who work in this field get a huge sense of reward from helping organisations transform their operations to make them more sustainable which benefits future generations. Those in positions like ESG Researcher and ESG ...

A Day in the Life of an External Audit Manager

Posted on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

In the business world, external audit managers ensure financial records are transparent, accurate, and compliant. Diligent and meticulous, their work ensures the integrity of financial statements giving stakeholders the confidence they need to make well informed decisions. External audit managers shoulder big responsibilities, but it's a rewarding role that offers an interesting career path. If ...

Is Analytics a Good Career Path?

Posted on Monday, September 18, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Given the buzz around analytics, you might find yourself wondering if it’s a good career path. Jobs in this field are certainly well paid and plentiful, but is it right for you? What is Analytics? The nuts and bolts of analytics involves collecting and interpreting data to gain new insights and make better informed decisions. Data professionals use a variety of techniques and software programmes ...

Work Wellbeing for Auditors

Posted on Monday, September 18, 2023 by Carol McLachlan for CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Wellbeing matters. And, despite the article title, it’s not just all about ‘work’ wellbeing. The best way to think about your wellbeing is to take a holistic approach, integrating ‘work’ with the rest of life, to consider the myriad of interlocking aspects of welfare, health and happiness. But first, what do we mean by ‘wellbeing’ and why does it matter for auditors? Scan the internet and you ...

Cyber Security Jobs in the UK

Posted on Monday, September 18, 2023 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 18 Sep 2023 As society becomes more reliant on digital technology, cyber security continues to grow in importance. Organisations must ensure that they have the necessary safeguards in place to protect personal data, prevent cyber-attacks, ensure business continuity, comply with legislation, and maintain public trust. As one of the world’s leading economies, the UK has seen a huge rise ...

Hot Jobs in Sustainability

Posted on Monday, May 22, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

In a world that is increasingly shaped by ethical consumption and tighter environmental regulations, more and more organisations are taking sustainability seriously. Beyond the public rhetoric, businesses are proving actions speak louder than words by committing to new reporting frameworks and sustainability certifications as they look to retain customers, meet government targets, operate more ...

Internal Audit Job Interview Questions

Posted on Monday, May 22, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Working in internal audit requires a combination of technical, analytical, and soft skills, along with a commitment to ethical conduct and attention to detail. Interviews are designed to assess your skills, experience, and personality to ascertain whether you possess these desired attributes. If you’ve already secured an interview for an internal audit position, congratulations! However, the hard ...

Making it Personal: Internal Audit Beyond Your Organisation

Posted on Friday, May 12, 2023 by Carol McLachlan for CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The month of May is Internal Audit Awareness month. The brainchild of The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), this is an annual, international celebration and promotion of, perhaps a lesser known, yet indispensable organisational function which spans an awe-inspiring plethora of career roles and occupations. Since external auditors are frequently cited and portrayed in the universal media (not ...

Cutting ESG & Sustainability to Reduce Costs in a Recession

Posted on Monday, May 8, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

ESG and sustainability matter because they contribute to the long-term viability, resilience, and success of businesses while addressing urgent global challenges such as climate change. What’s more, stakeholders increasingly want to work for, buy from, and invest in, companies that adhere to the ethical performance indicators contained within this framework. By integrating ESG considerations into ...

Working as a Risk Management Consultant

Posted on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Organisations face many different risks that can affect their performance and reputation, including: natural disasters, cyber security, fraud, and regulatory changes for example. Without effective risk management, hard-earned brand image can be lost over a single incident; hence why proper identification and contingency planning are so important. By anticipating what is coming down the track, ...

Risk Management Jobs in the United States

Posted on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The United States of America was built on a foundation of risk-taking – from the pilgrims sailing across the Atlantic to establish a new home there, to the pioneers who travelled west across the frontier. Fast-forward to the modern day and risk management has evolved into an indispensable discipline in the United States business landscape. This process of identifying, assessing and controlling ...

Moving Abroad with your Compliance Career

Posted on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Moving abroad means gaining fresh perspectives, making new contacts, sharing ideas, improving language skills, and immersing yourself in a totally different culture, which means working overseas isn’t just exciting, it makes you more employable too. This career boost applies universally and compliance is no exception. If you’re an established compliance professional or aspire to work in this ...

What is Reputational Risk?

Posted on Monday, April 17, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The term reputational risk refers to the potential harm to corporate reputation, brand image, or public perception caused by negative publicity, events, or actions. These risks have various sources, including product recalls, legal issues, data breaches, ethical violations, or negative media coverage for example. Successful business leaders understand that brand reputation takes years to build, ...

Cybersecurity: Public Sector vs. Private Sector

Posted on Monday, April 17, 2023 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 17 Apr 2023 Cybercriminals don't discriminate: if you have money and/or digital data (usernames, passwords, documents, emails etc.) you’re a target. This means both public and private sector organisations are fair game as far as they’re concerned. Large businesses with bulging bank accounts and small businesses that lack the financial resources to deploy robust controls are obvious ...

Leadership Roles in Sustainability

Posted on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The emergence of three letters has thrust an organisation’s collective response to sustainability issues under the microscope: ESG (environmental, social, and governance). This isn’t another hollow corporate acronym; it’s a robust set of standards measuring a business's impact on society and the environment, and how transparent and accountable it is. With the pressure to satisfy ESG concerns ...

A Day in the Life of a Data Scientist

Posted on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

If you’re considering a career in data science or you've just accepted a junior role, then you’re probably wondering what a day in the life of a Data Scientist typically involves. The answer is, it depends! Every job is different and each day brings new challenges. You might be working for a large multinational with strict procedures and hierarchy or a startup with a flatter structure and looser ...

Is Risk a Good Career Path?

Posted on Monday, April 3, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Did it take the worst public health crisis in modern history for businesses across the world to realise the importance of risk management? In the face of enforced homeworking, dislocated supply chains, and heightened cyber threats, organisations everywhere were left in little doubt that they were underprepared for a black swan event. The pandemic was the eye of a perfect storm of events that have ...

2023 Risk Salary & Recruitment Trends Guide

Posted on Friday, March 31, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

2023 Salary & Recruitment Trends Guide: Risk, Quant & Treasury Over the past two years, demand for risk professionals has reached new heights. Employers across the board have also reported major difficulties in sourcing skilled candidates, with salary expectations continuing to be the biggest barrier to hiring. Deep industry insight and understanding is needed by both professionals and employers ...

2023 Data Analytics Salary & Recruitment Trends Guide

Posted on Friday, March 31, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

2023 Salary & Recruitment Trends Guide: Data Analytics The war for talent intensifies In 2021, the hiring demand reach heights rarely seen over the last 33-year history at Barclay Simpson. The UK vacancies hit record levels last year, climbing a staggering 114% over the 12-month period. Strong growth was arguably to be expected. Recruitment had been constrained throughout 2020 due to a perfect ...

2023 Compliance Salary & Recruitment Trends Guide

Posted on Friday, March 31, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

2023 Compliance Salary & Recruitment Trends Guide The war for talent intensifies In 2021, the hiring demand reach heights rarely seen over the last 33-year history at Barclay Simpson. The UK vacancies hit record levels last year, climbing a staggering 114% over the 12-month period. Strong growth was arguably to be expected. Recruitment had been constrained throughout 2020 due to a perfect storm ...

2023 Audit Salary & Recruitment Trends Guide

Posted on Friday, March 31, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

2023 Salary & Recruitment Trends Guide: Internal Audit, Assurance and Control Despite uncertainty about the economy and talent shortages for 2023, employers are still hiring audit professionals at historically high levels. Audit salaries and bonus offerings continue their steady upward trajectory and contribute to a significant challenge for recruiting internal auditors. With such fierce ...

2023 Cyber Security Salary & Recruitment Trends Guide

Posted on Friday, March 31, 2023 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 31 Mar 2023 2023 Salary & Recruitment Trends Guide: Cyber Security, Data & Governance The war for talent intensifies In 2021, the hiring demand reach heights rarely seen over the last 33-year history at Barclay Simpson. The UK vacancies hit record levels last year, climbing a staggering 114% over the 12-month period. Strong growth was arguably to be expected. Recruitment had been ...

ESG: The New Business As Usual

Posted on Monday, March 27, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

You know something is gaining traction these days when its search volume on Google skyrockets – which is exactly what’s happened to “ESG” (environmental, social, and governance). According to the world’s most popular search engine, ESG has displayed a hockey stick graph spike in popularity since 2019. The surge in searches represents more than an online trend; it underscores a shift in corporate ...

What is SOX Compliance?

Posted on Monday, March 20, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Introduced in 2002, in response to a number of corporate scandals including those involving Enron, Tyco International, and WorldCom, the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Act takes its name from Paul Sarbanes and Michael Oxley, the congressmen who drafted it, and set out new standards to help make financial reporting more transparent in order to protect investors. The SOX Act works by placing a clear divide ...

Closing the Gender Gap in Cybersecurity

Posted on Friday, March 17, 2023 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 17 Mar 2023 As the digital economy grows, the cyber-attack surface grows with it – a perfect storm of conditions that have given rise to the world’s biggest criminal growth industry. Damage from cybercrime is forecast to reach $10.5 trillion annually by 2025 – a 300% increase from 2015 levels. The need to keep pace with this dynamic threat has triggered a surge in demand for cyber ...

What Are the Three Pillars of ESG?

Posted on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

In many companies there remains a large gap between the ESG expectations of company stakeholders (investors, customers, employees, regulators) and company commitment. Given that a slew of sustainability disclosure standards are due to be adopted during 2023 and that growing numbers of institutional investors are increasingly active in expressing their dissatisfaction with companies failing to set ...

IT Governance Careers in the UK

Posted on Monday, March 13, 2023 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 13 Mar 2023 If you’re interested in technology and willing to learn continuously, Information Technology is a great career choice. It’s a broad field that offers numerous career paths, from software development and data analytics to cybersecurity and cloud computing. Plus, if you like to focus on the bigger picture, you could also consider working in IT governance. What is IT ...

Work-Life Balance for Risk Professionals

Posted on Friday, March 10, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Risk Management scores highly for work-life balance among finance jobs according to Emolument’s survey based on crowdsourced data – ahead of Trading, Sales & Structuring, Research, Middle & Back Office and Origination / Advisory. According to this data Risk Management is second only to Fund Management for work-life balance (and not by much!). So why might this be and is this true of all Risk ...

Getting a Compliance Job When You Don’t Work in Compliance

Posted on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

People who work in compliance need to have a thorough understanding of industry rules and regulations. Using this knowledge, they review internal processes and procedures to ensure their employers are operating in line with all relevant legislation. Compliance tends to attract people who are honest, thorough, and meticulous, and there are many different roles within this field including: ...

What Skills Do You Need to Be a Successful Risk Professional?

Posted on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Businesses are exposed to a blizzard of risks daily – from strategic risk and regulatory compliance risk to financial risk and operational risk. They have two choices amid this onslaught: adopt a reactive risk management strategy that is focused on damage limitation after a disruptive event or identify risks before they happen and develop strategies to avoid or alleviate them. This proactive ...

Careers In Group Market Insights Report - March 2023

Posted on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 by the Careers In Group — No comments

Welcome to the latest Market Report from the Careers In Group specialist job boards. We have analysed the labour market to the end of December 2022, as well as our own job board data, plus the recurring themes highlighted by our clients and partners during 2022, to provide insights into the latest trends and how these are affecting the Audit and Governance recruitment and talent and employment ...

Moving Into Risk From Another Career Path

Posted on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Is it feasible to switch career path into risk management? The answer is, as usual, “it depends”. Moves into risk management from Finance, Internal Audit, Compliance, Business Operations and even IT are not uncommon – but generally they are made more feasible if the skills of the particular risk management destination match those of the candidate. Risk management is a broad church so having a ...

Taking Responsibility for Your Analytics Career

Posted on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Analytics roles are many and varied. However, whether you are currently a Data Analyst, Data Scientist or Business Analyst, there are some useful ways of thinking about potential career paths that apply to all. Broadly speaking, there are three types of medium-term career paths that analytics professionals typically follow: Advancing within analytics Switching to “adjacent” roles Switching to ...

What Qualifications Do You Need to Work in Compliance?

Posted on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

As ever, there is a seemingly straightforward answer to this question, along with a less straightforward one. Technically, candidates do not need a compliance qualification to get started in Compliance. There are however a variety of different compliance domains and roles and some are more hotly competed for (e.g., trade surveillance) than others (e.g., KYC) – so a compliance qualification can ...

What Skills Do You Need to Work in ESG?

Posted on Monday, February 27, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance , a set of standards that are becoming increasingly important to modern consumers. Designed to encourage corporate responsibility by making businesses more mindful of their environmental impact and duty of care to stakeholders, by meeting ESG criteria , companies can properly demonstrate their credentials to socially conscious customers and ...

Is Cyber Security a Good Career Path?

Posted on Monday, February 27, 2023 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 27 Feb 2023 Invitations to download software updates that fix glitches and boost cyber security regularly pop-up on our phones and laptops. Most of them are perfectly benign, but on occasion, like the Solar Winds supply chain attack in 2020, this process has been subverted by criminals or hostile foreign powers. In this instance, hackers planted a piece of secret code in the company’s ...

5 Reasons to Start Your Career in Compliance

Posted on Tuesday, February 14, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Once the unsung heroes of businesses across industries, compliance professionals are finally getting the recognition they deserve. Their dedication to empowering an organisation to function legally and ethically while meeting its business goals has earnt them respect amid an increasingly robust regulatory environment: once viewed as a box-ticking exercise that was a barrier to business, ...

ESG and Sustainability Predictions for 2023

Posted on Thursday, February 9, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

What themes will characterise the world of ESG and Sustainability in 2023? ESG and Sustainability comprises a very wide range of issues and so we’ve focused on three trends that we think are likely to have sizeable implications for employment opportunities. 1. More transparency, more pressure on Boards 2022 saw worldwide impact investing pass $1 trillion for the first time , according to the ...

Digital Forensics Jobs

Posted on Tuesday, January 31, 2023 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 31 Jan 2023 From fingerprints to firewalls, the application of science to criminal and civil laws has evolved to include the recovery and investigation of material found on digital devices. Known as Digital Forensics, this branch of forensic science focuses on identifying, acquiring, processing, analysing, and reporting on data related to cybercrime. Amid an explosion in cyberattacks ...

Three Data and Analytics Trends to Watch in 2023

Posted on Friday, January 27, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

What will be the talent hotspots in data analytics in 2023? Here are three trends that we’ve identified in the business use of data and analytics that are likely to grow in momentum over the coming 12 months, shaping the skillsets sought by employers. 1. The use of data and analytics permeates an ever-wider scope of business functions Marketing and Risk have historically made the most use of data ...

Cybersecurity Predictions for 2023

Posted on Friday, January 27, 2023 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 27 Jan 2023 Cybercriminals are an opportunistic bunch. Their determination to exploit new and existing vulnerabilities in the IT infrastructure has given rise to the world's biggest criminal growth industry – it’s estimated that the cost of global cybercrime will reach $10.5 trillion annually by 2025, up from $3 trillion in 2015. When they’re not tweaking existing attacks to avoid ...

Financial vs Non-Financial Risk Jobs

Posted on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Without risk, there is no reward in the uncertain world of business. This symptom of generating a profit is typically divided into numerous categories to help us understand and manage it – from competitive and compliance to credit and currency. But if we view these risks in their rudimentary form, we can distil them into two distinct types: financial risks and everything else (non-financial ...

Compliance Predictions for 2023

Posted on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

As last year’s geopolitical shocks showed, forecasts can quickly change due to unforeseen events. However, some clear industry trends for 2023 are emerging, and we can start to make some confident predictions about the likely challenges and opportunities for compliance departments in the year ahead. Cryptocurrency As cryptocurrency becomes more widely used and embedded in the financial system, ...

Is ESG a Good Career Path?

Posted on Monday, January 23, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Who cares wins in the modern corporate battlefield, where it is no longer enough for businesses to report on financial metrics alone. Today’s ethically conscious society demands a fresh corporate philosophy that drives sustainable growth and future-proofs against the risks of climate change. This clamour for products and services that put people and the planet ahead of profits has prompted a ...

A Guide to Compliance Jobs in London

Posted on Monday, January 23, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

In a financial services company, the compliance department ensures that business is conducted in line with all relevant laws and regulations. This activity is essential to safeguard corporate reputation, and to protect customers from financial crimes like fraud. Examples of financial services regulations include anti-money laundering and data protection, while a host of legislation exists to ...

Internal Audit Predictions for 2023

Posted on Monday, January 23, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Internal auditors play a key role in building resilient companies that are better able to manage risk and withstand external shocks. After the turbulence of the last few years, internal audit is very much in the spotlight, and teams around the world face continued challenges in the form of regulatory changes and further geopolitical uncertainty. As internal audit professionals gear up for the ...

Four Key Skillsets for Risk and Compliance Professionals in 2023

Posted on Monday, January 23, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

What will be the talent hotspots in Risk and Compliance in 2023? Reliable crystal balls are few and far between so rather than roll the dice we’ve taken a look at some of the trends that are already unfolding and that will continue to be factors through 2023 and – based on these – have identified four Risk and Compliance skillsets that we think are likely to be in high demand over the coming ...

Different Types of Jobs in ESG

Posted on Friday, January 20, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

One of the hottest trending sustainability buzzwords, ESG stands for Environmental, Social and Governance . The phrase emerged from an environmental initiative at the United Nations and now refers to a set of standards used to measure how companies manage risks and opportunities related to these criteria. The three pillars in ESG represent the areas that companies are expected to report in: ...

What is a Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO)?

Posted on Friday, January 20, 2023 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Clarity and precision are highly prized in the world of compliance. You can therefore quite reasonably be forgiven for thinking that a Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) is no more than that – someone who reports suspicions or instances of money laundering within an institution. Whilst this is indeed one of the core responsibilities the role is much broader and is of such weight that the ...

Audit Jobs: A Beginner’s Guide

Posted on Wednesday, November 16, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Auditors inspect financial records to ensure legal compliance. It’s an important role because this work also helps organisations to become more efficient and protect against fraud. To become an auditor, you need to be able to build strong relationships and networks, pay close attention to detail, apply critical thinking skills, and be able to work well under pressure. The usual study route ...

Data Analyst vs. Business Analyst - What’s the Difference?

Posted on Wednesday, November 16, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Thanks to the rise of smartphones and the Internet, data is more abundant than ever. This information is changing the way we live and work and has become hugely important in business. In 2017, The Economist Magazine went as far as declaring that “the world’s most valuable resource is no longer oil, but data”, and over the past few years organisations have scrambled to use data more effectively as ...

What is the 'Three Lines of Defence' Risk Model?

Posted on Wednesday, November 16, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Risk management models are designed to help organisations identify, analyse, and mitigate risks so they’re prepared to deal with them should they occur. But how can risk professionals be sure the models have substance? Consider their staying power. Longevity is a scarce attribute in the dynamic world of business – especially when it comes to risk. The risk landscape is constantly evolving and ...

ESG Career Paths in Banking and Finance

Posted on Friday, November 4, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

No matter the extent of a financial institution’s ESG ambitions – whether it be aiming merely to achieve minimum compliance or, more ambitiously, to championing ESG as a key element of its customer, employee and wider stakeholder commitments – the business and operational impacts are far-reaching. New ESG roles and responsibilities are appearing in a wide range of areas: product and service ...

Stakeholder Management for Risk Professionals

Posted on Friday, November 4, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

If you were to rank order different professions by the importance of stakeholder management to them, Risk Management would be close to the top of the list. Why? Because individuals are behind every risk a business faces – whether that be a product management team bringing products to market, an underwriting team making lending decisions or an operations team handling inbound and outbound company ...

Is Corporate Governance the same as Compliance?

Posted on Thursday, November 3, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Is corporate governance the same as compliance? The simple answer is no – but they are closely linked. Both disciplines form a third of an integrated set of processes and procedures that enable a business to reliably achieve objectives, address uncertainty and act with integrity: governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC). Empowered by this integrated approach to GRC – rather than viewing ...

What’s New in Audit: Budding Careers and Buoyant Futures

Posted on Thursday, November 3, 2022 by Carol McLachlan for CareersinAudit.com — No comments

I spend a considerable amount of my day to day working life around accountants and auditors, and, as a veteran and intrepid reporter for CareersinAudit.com , I often ask, ’What’s new in Audit?’, slanting my question towards the careers’ end of the professional spectrum. Readers of these pages might not be surprised at my latest topic, but I have to say, for all my thirty plus years in audit, I ...

How to Become a Risk Management Consultant

Posted on Wednesday, November 2, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Organisations face many different types of risk, that without proper identification and contingency planning, can seriously impact their performance, which is why risk management is so important. By anticipating problems that could be coming down the line, organisations are better placed to navigate uncertainty and remain on track to achieve their goals and objectives. The types of risk that ...

Identifying Your Ideal Data Science Role

Posted on Wednesday, November 2, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

It’s fair to say that one of the characteristics of most professional occupations in the 21st century is that there is no such thing as a “typical” day. This is no less true in the world of data science . Nonetheless, different types of organisations can have very different expectations of their data scientists which, to some extent, you can anticipate. The essence of data science is to analyse ...

What is Actuarial Risk?

Posted on Thursday, October 27, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Insurance policies offer protection to individuals and businesses from the financial repercussions of unfortunate events such as fires, theft, car accidents and natural disasters. But, the insurance provider needs to calculate the premiums that they charge their customers carefully or else they face the risk of bankruptcy. Take flooding for example. If the premiums are set too low and catastrophe ...

Further Training to Enhance Your Cybersecurity Career

Posted on Thursday, October 27, 2022 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 27 Oct 2022 By the time you finish reading this article, the cybersecurity landscape will have evolved. For example, the AV-TEST Institute registers 450,000 new pieces of malware every day – with one intention: to steal people’s data. If you work in the cybersecurity industry you can’t afford to stand still. This field is constantly expanding and becoming more sophisticated because of ...

A Day in the Life of an Internal Audit Manager

Posted on Friday, October 21, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Unlike External Auditors who are concerned with financial statements and balance sheets, Internal Audit Managers offer objective and unbiased advice to ensure risk management, governance and internal controls operate effectively. By focusing on issues such as regulatory compliance, the environment, growth, and employee wellbeing, they help to improve efficiency as well as safeguard corporate ...

What Does a Business Intelligence Analyst Do?

Posted on Friday, October 21, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

You’d be forgiven for thinking that the name “Business Intelligence Analyst” pretty much describes the entirety of the role: i.e., using analytics to generate business intelligence and insights. Yet there are a multitude of diverse activities that sit behind this seemingly innocuous job title – and Business Intelligence Analysts (whom we’ll call BI Analysts from here on to save paper!) have ...

ESG: There’s More to Doing Business Than Profit

Posted on Wednesday, October 19, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Is the main purpose of a business to make a profit? You would be forgiven for assuming so. But this short-sighted view overlooks the driving force behind these all-important financial gains: the consumer. Profit is a by-product of understanding the consumer and giving them what they want – and their requirements are evolving. Today’s ethically conscious society demands products and services that ...

Careers In Group Market Insights Report - October 2022

Posted on Wednesday, October 19, 2022 by the Careers In Group — No comments

With unemployment at a record low and high numbers of employers with urgent requirements to fill vacancies, businesses need to work harder and smarter to attract the right talent. We've analysed the labour market to the end of September, our own job board data and recurring themes highlighted by our clients and partners, to provide insight into the latest trends and how these are affecting the ...

Is Compliance a Good Career Path?

Posted on Thursday, October 13, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Well, that’s a tricky question. It’s certainly the case that no single profession is going suit everyone, but in our view there are four reasons why many should find the prospect of a career in Compliance an attractive one: 1. Intellectual stimulation. Compliance was once regarded as a box-ticking exercise driven by prescriptive regulation. As regulators move to more principles-based approaches, ...

5 Ways to Protect Your Data by Keeping Your Employees Safe Online

Posted on Thursday, October 13, 2022 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 13 Oct 2022 Cybersecurity Awareness Month – held every October – is a joint initiative between government and industry that was born in the U.S. to raise awareness about digital security and empower everyone to protect their data from cybercrime. Each year a theme is chosen for the month – and the theme for 2022 is: “See Yourself In Cyber”, offering tips and advice on how to keep your ...

What Qualifications Do You Need to Work in Data Analytics?

Posted on Wednesday, October 12, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Data analytics involves interrogating information to find emerging patterns and trends. Uncovering hidden insight can help improve decision-making and drive meaningful change. Real world applications of data analysis include improving medical care, stopping hackers, enabling precision marketing, promoting smart energy usage, and helping the fight against climate change. If you are considering a ...

The Softer Side of Auditing

Posted on Wednesday, October 5, 2022 by Carol McLachlan for CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Hopefully by now, readers of these pages have embraced the premise of the essential nature of soft skills. Gone are the days of auditing, finance and accounting being hard skills-driven, perpetuating the stereotype of the nerdy, possibly boring (more of this next month) left-brain dominated professional. Technical skills are still, of course, essential, but they are also a given. Beyond entry ...

Soft Skills to Advance Your Compliance Career

Posted on Tuesday, October 4, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Expectations of compliance professionals grow and expand as they move up in seniority. Meeting these requires developing a wider range of more nuanced soft skills. In the early part of your career you may have found that the soft skills you required were very similar to those needed by colleagues in non-compliance roles: good communication skills, the ability to work effectively in a team, strong ...

Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2022

Posted on Monday, October 3, 2022 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 03 Oct 2022 As the millennium dawned, the rapid growth of the internet from a U.S. government project to an interconnected computer network that underpins society meant cybercriminals had more devices to exploit than ever before – and the techniques they used to execute cyberattacks were becoming increasingly sophisticated. By 2004, cybercrime was booming amid this ever-expanding ...

Risk Analysis vs. Risk Management – What’s the Difference?

Posted on Tuesday, September 27, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

In evaluating career opportunities in risk it is important to have a good understanding of different risk roles. In particular, there is often confusion over where the boundary between risk analysis and risk management lies. Here we discuss the differences and bring these to life. First, let’s start with risk management. Risk management is the umbrella term given to the end-to-end process of ...

The Evolution of the Chief Information Security Officer

Posted on Tuesday, September 27, 2022 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 27 Sep 2022 Cyber risk has evolved from being considered an IT issue into a top board priority. Cyber-attacks have been on the risk radar since 1988 when Robert Tappan Morris accidentally executed the world’s first Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack. Back then – and for a long while after – cyber-attacks were only viewed through a technical lens. Powered by the rapid growth of ...

How to be a Successful Compliance Officer

Posted on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The role of the Compliance Officer has evolved this century from a bolt-on middle-management position where someone drew the short straw of added responsibilities – something akin to being a fire warden or first aider – to an essential full-time job amid ever-changing and escalating regulatory demands. In those early days businesses typically viewed the role as a box-ticking exercise, rather than ...

Preparing for a Data Scientist Interview in a Structured Way

Posted on Friday, September 2, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Competitive success in many industries is becoming increasingly dependent on the ability of businesses to exploit data science. With the growing importance of data science there has been a corresponding expansion in both the hard and soft skills expected of Data Scientists. There are numerous websites which provide long unstructured lists of example interview questions. Rather than repeat these, ...

Third-Party Risk Management

Posted on Tuesday, August 30, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Third-party relationships have become a fulcrum of successful operations for agile organisations in the transformative age – a time of both limitless opportunity and unprecedented risk. These opposing forces are inherent in the process of working with vendors in today’s increasingly complex and competitive global marketplace. Yes, these relationships have become critical to cost reduction, ...

How to Stay Motivated During Your Job Search

Posted on Tuesday, August 30, 2022 by Carol McLachlan for CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Job Search Motivation 101 Some of you will have been fortunate enough to have moved swiftly and effortlessly between jobs, perhaps even headhunted, without any formal job search. For most of us though, at some point or other, we will be in active job-seeking mode, pursuing a progression, responding to redundancy, or simply seeking a change of scenery. This article explores how you can keep ...

How to Start a Career in Cybersecurity With No Experience

Posted on Tuesday, August 30, 2022 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 30 Aug 2022 Cybercrime is big business. In 2022, we’ve already seen attacks on Microsoft, Crypto.com, and even the Red Cross, resulting in the theft of customer data, company sensitive information and millions of dollars’ worth of cryptocurrency. Given the financial and reputational consequences of these breaches, demand for cybersecurity professionals is at an all-time high. There’s ...

Has Work-Life Balance Finally Become Life-Work Balance?

Posted on Monday, July 18, 2022 by Carol McLachlan for CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Now, it would be so easy for me to give you a comprehensive list of tips, tricks and techniques to improve your work-life balance. And we certainly need a re-boot given post-pandemic changes to working environments, the marketplace and our own expectations. But surely the place to start is discerning what work-life balance actually is, hence my rueful header: does not, the ‘whole of life’, trump ...

Cyber Security Predictions for 2022

Posted on Tuesday, July 12, 2022 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 12 Jul 2022 The propagation of cybercrime was accelerated by the pandemic after it dealt society an indiscriminate blow in March 2020. Amid the worst public health crises in modern history, cybercriminals seized their chance to cash in on escalating uncertainty – turning the pandemic into a nefarious business opportunity. As business models shifted away from the office and digital ...

The Importance of Sustainability in Business

Posted on Friday, July 8, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Businesses are waking up to the critical role they must play in limiting global warming to 1.5 °C. This figure was set as a target in the Paris Agreement: the first legally binding international climate change treaty. Fast forward six years to November 2021, when the Glasgow Climate Pact was agreed, ushering in a new era of investment in limiting greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and building ...

Real Life Career Stories: Sam Moffitt - Audit Associate at Azets UK

Posted on Friday, July 8, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Taking an unusual path into an audit career, Sam made the move from freelance trumpet player to an Audit Associate at Azets UK. We find out what attracted him to accountancy, what he enjoys about his role, and what tips he has for others looking to start their careers in audit. Tell us a bit about you and your background I was born in Portsmouth and spent most of my childhood either at school, ...

Real Life Career Stories: Kameron Balaggan, Audit Assistant at Azets UK

Posted on Thursday, June 30, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Kameron Balaggan, Assistant in the Audit & Assurance team at Azets based in Wolverhampton discusses his Audit career journey so far and what advice he would give to someone looking to study a professional qualification. Tell us a little bit about yourself and your background? I studied BSc Accounting & Management at Queen Mary University of London, graduating in 2019. It was here was where I ...

Data Analytics for Internal Auditors

Posted on Tuesday, June 7, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

We are faced with a business landscape far more complex than ever before and in some cases, traditional internal audit approaches have lost their lustre and their impact. The rise of data analytics has touched upon numerous areas of business in its ability to reveal actionable insights that help drive that business forward, and internal audit has certainly recognised the benefit of leveraging ...

The Future is Now: Auditor Skills and Competencies, to Infinity and Beyond

Posted on Monday, June 6, 2022 by Carol McLachlan for CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The Future is Now: Auditor Skills and Competencies, to Infinity and Beyond The markets are buoyant; your technical expertise, supported by a rich bedrock of commercial softer skills, are keeping you at the top of your game in the race for audit talent. This is 2022. But before you get too complacent, spare a thought for the churning turmoil just beneath the surface. This is the twenty first ...

Ethical Certification: A Guide to Working for B Corps

Posted on Monday, June 6, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

B Corporations - what are they? You may have seen the logo: a circled uppercase letter B above a thin black line. The B Corporation movement started in 2006, and currently, over 4,000 businesses across 150 industries in more than 70 countries are Certified B Corporations. This growing cohort includes some very big names. Yet ‘B Corp’ status can still seem a little obscure. Simply put, B ...

Real Life Career Stories: Izzy Chaplin, Audit Senior at Azets UK

Posted on Thursday, May 26, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Izzy Chaplin, one of the Audit Seniors based in the Azets UK Beaconsfield office tells us about her career journey with the firm. Dive into what her role involves on a day-to-day basis and hear about why it’s important to embrace every opportunity. Tell us a little bit about yourself and your background? I started my accountancy career while at University. I was part of the first BSc Accountancy ...

Real Life Career Stories: Lindsey Tyler, Head of Audit at Azets UK

Posted on Thursday, May 19, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Lindsey Tyler is Azets UK ’s Head of Audit. Her role focuses on developing and implementing the Azets UK Audit growth strategy. It is very much a commercial role and involves working alongside Azets UK Head of Regulatory Compliance, Carol Warburton and Head of Audit Quality & Technical, David Smith. Lindsey’s remit is to embed operational excellence and align regional plans to deliver growth, ...

2022 Compliance Salary & Recruitment Trends Guide

Posted on Wednesday, May 18, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The war for talent: current labour market trends In 2020, the UK suffered its biggest economic slump since records began, with GDP plummeting 20.4% across the second quarter of the year due to the impact of Covid-19. As in most downturns, businesses initially curtailed recruitment. Throughout most of 2020, employment growth declined and unemployment rose. The KPMG/REC graph below shows the steep ...

2022 Risk Salary & Recruitment Trends Guide

Posted on Wednesday, May 18, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The war for talent: current labour market trends In 2020, the UK suffered its biggest economic slump since records began, with GDP plummeting 20.4% across the second quarter of the year due to the impact of Covid-19. As in most downturns, businesses initially curtailed recruitment. Throughout most of 2020, employment growth declined and unemployment rose. The KPMG/REC graph below shows the steep ...

2022 Audit Salary & Recruitment Trends Guide

Posted on Wednesday, May 18, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The war for talent: current labour market trends In 2020, the UK suffered its biggest economic slump since records began, with GDP plummeting 20.4% across the second quarter of the year due to the impact of Covid-19. As in most downturns, businesses initially curtailed recruitment. Throughout most of 2020, employment growth declined and unemployment rose. The KPMG/REC graph below shows the steep ...

2022 Cyber Security Salary & Recruitment Trends Guide

Posted on Wednesday, May 18, 2022 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 18 May 2022 The war for talent: current labour market trends In 2020, the UK suffered its biggest economic slump since records began, with GDP plummeting 20.4% across the second quarter of the year due to the impact of Covid-19. As in most downturns, businesses initially curtailed recruitment. Throughout most of 2020, employment growth declined and unemployment rose. The KPMG/REC graph ...

Sustainability Careers: A Beginner’s Guide

Posted on Monday, May 16, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Over the past couple of years, a culmination of political, public, corporate, and governmental interest and will has created exponential growth in the sustainability market. This trend has catalysed increased demand for sustainability services, creating new roles as companies get to grips with lofty targets and new metrics. However, the market is yet to catch up in terms of it’s supply for this ...

Should You Change Audit Job in 2022?

Posted on Monday, May 9, 2022 by Carol McLachlan for CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Should I stay or should I go now? There is no denying the 2022 zeitgeist, ‘it’s a candidates’ market’. From The Great Resignation to record levels of employment and startling wage-inflation (in at least some sectors), the demand for audit, assurance, risk and compliance professionals is comfortably buoyant. But from a career-perspective, is it the right time to be changing jobs? Let’s consider… ...

Mind the Gap: Navigating the Sustainability Talent Market

Posted on Tuesday, May 3, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

As we race into 2022, keen to put into action the commitments and pledges made in Glasgow alongside organisational sustainability objectives, one of the biggest challenges the recruitment industry faces is that of talent. Demand is already outstripping supply and the gap is growing by the day. Over the last 24 months the recruitment industry has witnessed an explosion in interest and demand in ...

Sustainability Spotlight: Let’s Talk TCFD with Fiona Quinlan

Posted on Wednesday, April 20, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

In this episode of IAC's Sustainability Spotlight Series, the Sustainability Team were delighted to welcome Fiona Quinlan to talk to the IAC community about TCFD. TCFD stands for the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures. It is a framework that organisations can use to publicly disclose the climate-related risks and opportunities to their businesses. With over 150 attendees from ...

Sustainability Live 2022: Speaker Chris Brooker

Posted on Thursday, April 14, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Earlier this year, IAC’s Sustainability Director Chris Brooker presented at Sustainability Live in London discussing recruitment trends, challenges and solutions in the rapidly evolving ESG talent landscape. His presentation below provides an overview of the ESG talent market, diving deeper into some of the emerging dynamics and how organisations can navigate the current environment.

How to Transition Out of Audit

Posted on Friday, April 8, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

If you’re planning a move away from your career in audit , the key things to consider are where your skills can easily transfer, where your experience can add the most value and what your career objectives are. Drivers for moving out of audit vary and can derive from social influence as audit professionals observe their peers moving into, what they deem to be, ‘cooler’ roles within financial ...

Network Security Interview Questions

Posted on Friday, April 8, 2022 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 08 Apr 2022 The business world has a strong reliance on digital information. Not to mention the networks from which they can leverage the virtual domain of the internet. So, the need for individuals who understand how to protect those networks to safely share information interconnectedly, is high. The breadth of cyber security jobs encompasses the security of data networks. So, for ...

Starting Out in Sustainability

Posted on Thursday, April 7, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

With the UK pledging to fight climate change and achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050, jobs in the ‘green collar’ sector are hotter than ever. What skills do you need for a job in sustainability , and what do you need to know to find the perfect role? Understanding the lingo Terminology in the sector can be difficult to understand, with buzzwords like ‘sustainability’ and ‘ESG’ falling in ...

Audit Advice from my Future Self

Posted on Wednesday, March 30, 2022 by Carol McLachlan for CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Now, I’ve been working in and around audit for more years than I care to remember, and I’ll readily admit to starting my career in a previous century! So, you might wonder if my recollections of a younger auditing self are still relevant today. When CareersinAudit.com asked me to pen a letter of advice to my fledgling self, I did question the extent of how the world and auditing have changed in ...

Gender Equality in Cyber Security in 2022

Posted on Friday, March 25, 2022 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 25 Mar 2022 Did you know, men currently outnumber women by 3 to 1 in the cyber security space (according to research by (ISC)2)? In the wake of International Women’s Day, the conversation around encouraging the fairer sex into traditionally male occupations has certainly gained more traction. Cyber security as an industry, has recognised the need for greater diversity in its workforce ...

Are All Risk Jobs About Financial Risk?

Posted on Thursday, March 24, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The short answer to our title question, is no. Financial risk is certainly a term we are all familiar with, however, in a world that is continually shifting, evolving and finding itself subject to unexpected events; risk extends beyond the parameters of money alone. As global warming moves steadily from a G8 talking point to real world issues causing mass flooding, earthquakes and fires; and ...

Moving to Data Analytics From a Different Career

Posted on Wednesday, March 23, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Can you switch things up professionally and move from accounting or risk management to data analytics? The first question you should be asking is, do you really want to? Have you done the research to fully understand what it will be like to work in data analytics? Or are you just interested in the trendy sounding AI and machine learning job titles? Why Data Analytics? Most data analysts must put ...

What Does a Job as Head of Sustainability Involve?

Posted on Thursday, March 17, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Also known by various other titles such as Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) or Director of Sustainability, the Head of Sustainability (HOS) provides an organisation with the tools and expertise to manage sustainability-related environmental, social and governance issues. The HOS typically brings technical skills and “soft” skills and works with the company’s senior management to align ...

A Day in the Life of an ESG Manager

Posted on Monday, March 7, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

As businesses raise their social and environmental consciousness, the role of ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) becomes more pertinent and more central within numerous organisations, and certainly the majority of larger organisations. The importance of ESG has in turn led to the need for dedicated professionals to guide businesses along a more sustainable path, and possibly the strongest ...

ESG Jobs in the US

Posted on Wednesday, March 2, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The Biden administration is chasing a net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 target in the fight against climate change. This means that carbon is the hot topic for US businesses, who are reacting to incentives put in place by President Biden to produce lower carbon emissions. “The US is really focused on carbon, primarily because a number of executives in its larger corporations, such as ...

Back to the Future: Hybrid Auditing, the Best of all Worlds?

Posted on Wednesday, March 2, 2022 by Carol McLachlan for CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Just three years ago, as chair of a local board, I scandalously suggested that we should conduct at least some of our meetings remotely. A number of our members were travelling two hours each way to attend a ninety-minute traditional round table session, incurring costs and dead travel time. Unsurprisingly, attendance was patchy which, in turn, impacted the diversity of active participants ...

A Day in the Life of an ESG Analyst

Posted on Friday, February 25, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Although it is not easy to pigeon-hole ESG roles, it is generally accepted that the primary objective of an ESG Analyst is to research relevant material on the Environmental, Social and Governance risks, opportunities and capabilities of an organisation or analyse the activity data of the organisation. Individuals applying for ESG Analyst jobs will probably have a relevant degree in a subject ...

Taking Responsibility for Your ESG & Sustainability Career

Posted on Friday, February 25, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Even if you are unsure about how to do it, it is important to take ownership over your career, especially in a field as diverse as sustainability. From continuous assessment to looking at your industry through lenses besides your current role, there are a number of ways those working in ESG and Sustainability can take responsibility for their careers. As a basic first step, you should maintain ...

What Qualifications Do You Need to Work in ESG?

Posted on Tuesday, February 15, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The type of qualifications required to work in ESG jobs fundamentally depends on the area of ESG you intend to work in. Certain areas will of course demand specialist knowledge and/or degrees and experience. To break it down into some of the key areas, this is a basic guide to some of the expectations employers will have for those embarking on careers in ESG . Engineering-based Roles One of those ...

Moving to ESG From an Unrelated Career Path

Posted on Thursday, February 10, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The beauty of moving into a career in ESG is that there are so many professions whose skills feed into the sustainability space so seamlessly. Taking, for example, the investigative skills of a policeman, the technical system knowledge of an engineer, the research skills of a journalist or lawyer; it is clear that those professionals can easily apply their respective expertise to ESG and ...

Questions to Ask at Your ESG Job Interview

Posted on Tuesday, February 8, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

When looking for a new job in the Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) sector, it is common to compare your personal values with those of the organisation you are looking to work for. As such, you may be willing to somewhat turn the interview tables around (figuratively) during your ESG job interview and grill the organisation on their systems and overall values. So what are the types of ...

Working in Anti-Money Laundering

Posted on Friday, February 4, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Billion-dollar fines for money laundering have become something of an unfortunate regularity in recent years, as both financial terrorists and regulators have equally ramped up their efforts to control the world’s funds. Together with the evolution of data analytics and the sheer volume of data generated on a daily basis, not to mention the technology created to support it; the demand for experts ...

ESG Job Interview Questions

Posted on Thursday, February 3, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

What you’ll be asked at your ESG job interview is largely dependent on your level of experience. For someone with no experience in the field, employers will be more concerned with the attitude of an individual and their values. Whereas, for someone coming into a more senior ESG role, the hiring manager wants to understand what sort of leadership capabilities you possess, as well as the specific ...

How to Start Your Career in ESG and Sustainability

Posted on Tuesday, February 1, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Broadly speaking, there tends to be two pathways into ESG and Sustainability careers; the choice is largely dictated by whether you’re in the technical camp (particularly engineering and the sciences) or the non-technical camp (ranging from legal to activism). Historically, it was easier to start working in ESG and Sustainability via the technical route. In the last two decades, however, things ...

What Does a Chief Compliance Officer Do?

Posted on Friday, January 28, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

One of the key figures of any organisation’s management team, the fundamental duty of the Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) is in overseeing the compliance across the business with regards to all relevant laws, regulatory requirements and procedures. “This needs to be someone who fulfils both a leadership role and specialist role,” says Compliance veteran, Nathan Dearinger, “a rare person who can ...

A Day in the Life of a Data Analyst

Posted on Thursday, January 27, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Every Data Analyst will start their day a little differently though one can assume coffee would be a common denominator ahead of the daily inbox check. Getting prepared for the day, Data Analysts will go through their emails and reply to as many as possible before the daily Stand-Up meeting with their team. Occurring around 9-9.30am, the Stand-Up meeting is a daily fixture on a Data Analyst’s ...

Working in Risk Modelling

Posted on Thursday, January 20, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

In simple terms, a risk modeler is someone who looks at historical information and events in order to make predictions about the future. They will take that information and construct models based on specific variables, correlations and events in order to ascertain the likelihood of future losses or incidents depending on which area of risk they are working in. Within the financial services ...

How to Audit in 2022

Posted on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

If the past two years have taught us nothing else, it’s that resilience is key. As organisations worldwide have been forced to adapt to the new normal of a hybrid workplace, bent to the need for flexibility and worked harder to remain relevant and useful; the question is how does this apply to audit? At ground level, the basic day-to-day of internal audit has largely moved online with the ...

Tips for Compliance Professionals in Their 30s

Posted on Tuesday, January 11, 2022 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Compliance professionals in the 30-something age bracket are both blessed and cursed to be launching their compliance careers in a time of increased rules and regulations around the way companies can do business. Every industry from financial services to healthcare is affected, which of course means plenty of jobs in compliance , but also places a greater responsibility in the hands of its ...

What Does a Data Protection Officer Do?

Posted on Tuesday, January 11, 2022 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 11 Jan 2022 Data protection has become a more centralised issue for modern businesses, particularly since the advent of the EU GDPR in 2018. As such the demand for those with the experience and skills to take on the role and/or responsibilities of Data Protection Officer is high. Still a relatively new role in many companies, the practical application of Data Protection Officer jobs ...

What Questions Should You Ask at Your Data Scientist Interview?

Posted on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Data collection is a central concern for pretty much every business, so the demand for skilled people to fill Data Scientist jobs and make use of this information is high. Companies need data experts who can organise the collected information and extract valuable business insights. When hiring for Data Science roles, companies are looking for the trifecta of strong business acumen, technical ...

Internal Audit Risks: Changing Priorities & Impacts on Recruitment

Posted on Friday, December 17, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

It is common for media pundits to describe current industry conditions as ‘uncertain’ or ‘volatile’. We are used to hearing that the commercial landscape is ‘evolving rapidly’. What’s perhaps unusual is for these remarks to be understatements rather than hyperbole. However, 2020 and 2021 proved to be periods of unprecedented change for UK businesses. And Internal Audit’s role of providing ...

Questions to Ask at Your Internal Auditor Interview

Posted on Wednesday, December 15, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

There are many facets to working in Internal Audit and when you sit down across from a hiring manager or future employer it’s important that you fully understand what the organisation’s approach to audit is, what’s expected of you and what your Internal Audit career could look like in their hands. With over a decade of experience in prepping candidates for Internal Audit jobs , Lee Hine, Director ...

Navigating the World of Compliance Jobs

Posted on Wednesday, December 15, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Compliance jobs exist in basically every industry. Education, retail, healthcare, finance, aviation and so on. So when we talk about the different types of compliance it will ultimately come down to which field you work in. However, it’s also about how you practice compliance, whether you’re coming at it from a legal angle or a regulatory one that will define the different types of compliance. ...

How to Impress in Your Risk Job Interview

Posted on Thursday, December 9, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

First impressions of course count towards your ability to impress so following the basic rules of interview engagement apply regardless of which industry you’re targeting. Beyond your ironed shirt and/or sleek up-do, when applying for jobs in risk it is what lies within that will make you stand out. Lee Hine, Director of Asia Pacific for KPP Search, says the first thing a company will be looking ...

RegTech and the Changing Face of Compliance and Financial Crime

Posted on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Staying ahead of regulatory change is a mammoth task for many financial institutions. For example, it took 30,000 pages and 1.5 million paragraphs to fully describe the rules for MiFID II — and that’s just one legislative framework. According to regulatory thinktank JWG, the UK had likely amassed a staggering 300 million pages of financial regulations by 2020. The annual cost of anti-money ...

Data Analyst Interview Questions, Part 2

Posted on Wednesday, November 3, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

While you will be expected to answer questions on career goals, experience and Data Analysis basics, the real proof of your worthiness to fill a Data Analyst role is in your technical proficiency. A new-age translator for a heavily data-led landscape, it should come as no surprise that much of the content of Data Analyst job interviews would be focused on the technical aspect of the role. ...

A Day in the Life of a Risk Analyst

Posted on Wednesday, October 27, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Risk Analysts are an integral cog in the business machine, guiding organisations through risks and opportunities to drive the business forward. Undeniably no one day mirrors the next, in large part due to the highly reactive nature of working in risk analysis. However, though the content of a Risk Analyst’s day may fluctuate on a case by case basis there are things that are relative constants ...

Data Analyst Interview Questions, Part 1

Posted on Tuesday, October 26, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The Data Analyst is in a unique position to act as intermediary between all factions of an organisation, brokering the knowledge they decipher from performing statistical data analysis to guide and improve the business. The types of questions you’ll get asked during your Data Analyst interview will largely depend on the level at which you’re applying to. Generally speaking the interviewer will ...

How to Prepare for Your Internal Audit Job Interview

Posted on Tuesday, October 26, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

When you’re going for an internal audit interview you can expect your interviewer to target four key areas. Their line of questioning will likely cover everything from why you’re sitting across from them, and your internal audit journey thus far, to your technical expertise and whether your soft skills measure up to their expectations for the role. Why do you want this job? The initial part of ...

Work-Life Balance for Compliance Professionals

Posted on Monday, October 25, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Finding a balance between work life and home life can be a challenge, particularly if you are at the start of your career. That’s the time for putting in the hard yards as you establish yourself within your chosen field. If you’re thinking about working in compliance you can certainly expect some long hours and a weekend here and there as you work your way up the ladder. It really depends on your ...

What is Agile Auditing?

Posted on Friday, October 15, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The term ‘Agile’ stems from a concept which originated to create more productivity within software development. Designed to drive an efficient and effective way of working, it has been picked up more widely across the business world, including within audit. In adopting an ‘Agile’ approach, Internal Audit teams can elevate their impact by generating insights and feedback at a much faster rate. ...

What to Include on Your Risk CV

Posted on Thursday, October 14, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The first thing to note when compiling your Risk CV is to ensure it is no longer than three pages. Hiring managers do not want 'War and Peace', just a simple run-down of who you are and your experience. Lee Hine, Director for Asia Pacific, KPP Search, advises candidates that their CV should outline clearly the areas of risk they have expertise in. “People need to know what you’re targeting and ...

Real Life Career Stories: Ekow Oduro - Information Security Analyst

Posted on Monday, October 11, 2021 by CareersinCyber — No comments

Ekow Oduro is a great example of how following your interests can lead to a career that you love. Always intrigued by technology, he is currently working as an Information Security Analyst for a global modern luxury fashion brand offering designer clothing for men and women, with a wide selection of stylish accessories, shoes, and home goods. We asked Ekow a few questions about his role, how he ...

Is IT Security Compliance Important?

Posted on Wednesday, September 29, 2021 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 29 Sep 2021 At first glance you’d assume all compliance is important, particularly when it has to do with an organisation’s IT systems. However, the question of whether it equates to a comprehensive shield against external threats and cyber-attacks is not as straightforward as one would expect. “Being compliant is not an assurance or guarantee of any kind of protection,” says Dylan ...

Taking Personal Responsibility for your Cyber Security Career

Posted on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 15 Sep 2021 Whether you’re already ensconced in a cyber security career or you’re looking to enter the industry, the road map for your success ultimately lies with you. There are steps you can take to drive your career in the right direction. If already working in a company with a cyber security division, some organisations will have some kind of career counsellor system in place, ...

The Top Five Traits of Successful Data Analysts

Posted on Tuesday, August 31, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Data makes the world go round. So long as we have the experts available who can interpret it. Businesses rely on Data Analysts to make the connections they need between their customers, their products, processes, inputs, and the market, using the data being generated. Using the insights and information Data Analysts extract from the data, organisations can then make informed decisions to drive ...

The High Demand for Cloud Security Professionals

Posted on Thursday, August 26, 2021 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 26 Aug 2021 The demand for cyber security professionals with expertise in cloud security has evolved with the ever-increasing number of businesses moving to the cloud. Moving away from the historic server or on-premise model and into the cloud model has opened up a whole new set of security questions and challenges to overcome. Speaking to Dylan Holloway, Cyber Security Manager for EY, ...

Internal Audit vs External Audit: Which is best for you?

Posted on Wednesday, August 11, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

There’s always two sides to every story and that includes a career in audit. The question is, is it the Internal Audit or External Audit side that is going to procure you your happily ever after? What? The first thing is to understand what the final objective of either audit type is. External Audit, in 9/10 cases is to express an opinion on financial statements. This is done in accordance with ...

Moving to Compliance from Another Career Path

Posted on Wednesday, August 4, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The most important point to note when deciding to make a professional move, is not to get caught up in the supposed expectations. If you’re considering a move into a career in compliance and you’re coming from an unrelated space, that doesn’t mean you should drop down to a less senior level. “Don’t be afraid to match your skill and experience coming into a compliance role,” says Senior Compliance ...

Getting a Job in Risk When You Don’t Work in Risk

Posted on Tuesday, August 3, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

It sometimes happens that people find themselves at a crossroads in their career and make the decision to apply their skillset elsewhere. The ease and mechanics of such a transition is of course dependent on the profession you have selected. If you are looking to make your career in risk without a background in risk, you should consider what you can bring to the role and how best to network and ...

Questions to ask at your Data Scientist Job Interview

Posted on Sunday, August 1, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Our modern existence is powered by reams and reams of data, as businesses utilise this immeasurably invaluable commodity to glean insights into their consumers and convert them into lifelong clientele. The importance of data equates quite neatly to a demand for Data Scientists whose job it is to analyse and interpret the data to unearth meaning, patterns, insights and trends in order to make ...

Starting Your Career in Compliance

Posted on Thursday, July 22, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Compliance jobs may not feature on the bucket lists of our teenage selves, however when you reach university or come to a professional crossroads at a point in your adult life, experience plays into a new perspective. You may still hanker for a life on the stage or in a sporting arena, but the reality may be that you need something more stable that better fits your abilities. Senior compliance ...

Real Life Career Stories: Ben Kaye - Regional Head of Internal Audit at Kellogg's

Posted on Wednesday, July 21, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Spend just a short time talking to Ben Kaye about internal audit and if you’re not already interested in the profession, you might just find yourself thinking it sounds like something to consider. He’s been working in internal audit for 20 years, he loves what he does, and his passion for the internal audit profession is almost palpable. We asked him about his role, how he got to where he is now, ...

Internal Audit and Diversity: Why Is It Important and How Can It Be Achieved?

Posted on Friday, July 16, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

It's common knowledge that historically, internal audit roles have been predominately held by men and those with similar backgrounds. In a study titled “Women in Internal Audit: Perspectives Around the World” carried out by the Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), it was found that women make up a smaller percentage of the workforce in all global regions apart from North America. In ...

Working in Vulnerability Analysis

Posted on Tuesday, July 13, 2021 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 13 Jul 2021 Vulnerability Analysts tend to be the Cyber Security professionals who have an interest in dissecting systems. Coming in at the final stage of analysis, the expectation is for you to uncover the weaknesses that are essentially invisible to most other humans’ eyes – aka other IT experts. From these findings you will then share your recommendations with the business. Your ...

Soft Skills to Advance your Risk Career

Posted on Saturday, July 10, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

As a Risk professional, your job is defined by the identification, assessment and mitigation of threats to an organisation. As recruitment consultant Lee Hine explains, working in risk casts you as a barometer for the business in order to understand how it is performing and to see where its’ weaknesses are and where improvements can be made. Whether you’re working in operational risk, credit ...

Cyber-Crime: Are We Fighting a Losing Battle?

Posted on Friday, July 2, 2021 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 02 Jul 2021 We hear constantly of new online threats, cyber-attacks, scams to watch out for and new technologies that both streamline our lives and yet make it that much easier for cyber-criminals to get hold of our money. Are we fighting a lost cause when it comes to cyber-crime or is the battle strategy simpler than we think? The truth is that while the fight may seem futile, the ...

Soft Skills to Advance your Cyber Security Career

Posted on Friday, July 2, 2021 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 02 Jul 2021 The global pandemic may just prove (eventually) to be a blip on our historical timeline, but we cannot ignore its implications, professionally speaking. Pushing us all out of our comfort zone has been a great life lesson both to employees and their companies, resulting in a resounding demand for people who can cope well with change and navigate it with ease. This is no less ...

5 Key Trends: How Brexit and the Pandemic Are Shaping European Governance Recruitment

Posted on Saturday, June 26, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

On January 31st 2020, the UK formally withdrew from the European Union (EU) – more than three-and-a-half years after the country first voted ‘Leave’ in the 2016 referendum. Less than a year later, the nation has also left the bloc’s single market and customs union. In more conventional times, Brexit would be the biggest story of the year in European governance circles. However, the arrival and ...

Top 7 In-Demand Tech Skills for Cyber Security Professionals

Posted on Friday, June 25, 2021 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 25 Jun 2021 The demand for cyber security skills around the world has gone through and shattered the roof. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) in the U.S. estimates a cyber security job growth around 31% through 2029, that’s just over seven times faster than the national average job growth of 4%. The totality of unfilled cyber security positions in the U.S. is shooting up (expected to ...

How to Build Rapport with your Audit Clients

Posted on Thursday, June 24, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Whether you’re coming at an audit engagement from an internal audit or external audit perspective, your objective is to get the information you need in order to truly ascertain what is happening in the business area you’re auditing. Beyond the paperwork are the people working within the business and their insights are just as crucial to the audit process. So, how do you go about building that ...

Taking Personal Responsibility for your Compliance Career

Posted on Wednesday, June 23, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Whether you’re just entering the compliance job market, or you’d consider yourself an industry veteran, taking personal responsibility for your compliance career should be a key priority. But what do we mean when we say that? You’ll find that the people who become successful come under the professional dictionary alongside terms like 'taking the initiative', 'being proactive', 'being self-aware'. ...

Climate Risk: Is the Financial Services Industry Prepared?

Posted on Friday, June 18, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The 2010s was the hottest decade since records began in 1880. It’s a trend which shows little sign of abating over the next ten years, with NASA calculating that 2020 was tied with 2016 as the warmest year ever recorded. In fact, the last seven years have also been the seven hottest in terms of global average temperatures. Climate change, fuelled by excessive greenhouse gas emissions, is ...

Climbing the Analytics Career Ladder

Posted on Thursday, June 17, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Working in data analytics opens a great many doors but as with anything those opportunities will only materialise if you lay the right foundations. Whether you’ve come to an analytics career from an unrelated route or you’re slowly working your way up the proverbial analytics career ladder, there are two critical things you need to make it to base camp one, and those are the right skills and ...

Post-Pandemic Talent Attraction: Are you prepared for the Talent Exodus?

Posted on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 by the Careers In Group — No comments

At the Careers In Group we’ve thought a lot about the Covid-19 crisis and how this will impact employers. Talent attraction has changed considerably. Candidates are now flooding the market and filtering through irrelevant CVs is a time-consuming task that should be avoided. It is currently a critical time for the industry and we are here to ensure that you secure the very best talent in the most ...

Tips for Risk Professionals in their 30s

Posted on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

With age comes experience and until you’ve gotten to a certain point in your career you may not be fully aware of what should and could be expected of you. For risk professionals in their 30s, they are at an interesting point in their career where they’ve done a lot of the groundwork to establishing themselves within a risk management role and are most likely managing a team of people. So what ...

How to Shine in Compliance Job Interviews

Posted on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

You’ve got the basics down pat, the smart outfit (online interview or not), the company researched, and your own CV memorised, but for compliance jobs in particular, what are the things that will make you stand out in an interview? Of course, it will always depend on the kind of compliance role you’re interviewing for but there are some fundamental traits that will set you apart from the crowd. ...

What is Quality Assurance Auditing?

Posted on Thursday, June 3, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Quality assurance and audit are two very distinct functions, however when the two are married together they become a powerful tool to improve the quality, consistency, and reliability of a business’ operations. The intent of a quality assurance audit is to evaluate whether an organisation is adhering to the principles and requirements as prescribed by the overseeing regulatory body and, equally ...

Working in Credit Risk

Posted on Friday, May 28, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

If you’re looking to launch your career in risk analysis or risk management , credit risk could provide a great opening gambit. Offering an excellent view into the business and its interests as well as the type of people interacting with the business, you are well poised to climb the credit risk career ladder or move into more senior finance positions, or even take a different direction and head ...

Questions to Ask at Your Cyber Security Job Interview

Posted on Friday, May 28, 2021 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 28 May 2021 It goes without saying that cyber security is as broad as it is wide so understanding the line of questioning a candidate should be preparing for an interview will of course be subject to the specific job title, industry, and level of seniority. However, guided by a recruitment expert in the cyber security field, we have picked out some key questions to ask, from entry ...

How to Audit Yourself: Building on your Audit and People Skills

Posted on Thursday, May 27, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

To be a successful auditor there are skills you need that go beyond the technical expertise and necessary soft skills. Being able to self-audit on a regular basis to keep yourself accountable as well as remembering that part of your job means dealing with human beings are equally important. Working in audit effectively translates to having highly attuned skills for evaluating others and the many ...

How the EU's New Whistleblowing Directive Could Impact Professionals in Compliance, Risk, and Audit

Posted on Thursday, May 27, 2021 by Gabby Baglino — No comments

When it comes to raising alarms about misconduct at companies, whistleblowers in Europe have been left to themselves for many years. A stigma attached to whistleblowing hints at Europe's dark history of fascism and World War II. Yet the EU Whistleblower Directive marks a new era in the discussion of this subject. The attitude toward whistleblowing has evolved significantly over the last decade. ...

Taking Responsibility for your Audit Career

Posted on Thursday, May 20, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

No matter your line of work, it’s important to have personal accountability in what you do and to take charge of your career and its development. This is absolutely true for careers in audit. We guide you through what we’ve learned about how you can take responsibility for your audit career. What are your personal career goals? Setting goals and realistic timelines for your career establishes a ...

Soft Skills to Advance your Data Analytics Career

Posted on Thursday, May 20, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Working in data analytics undoubtedly demands that practitioners are technically skilled. However, it’s important not to discount the value of soft skills, particularly if you’re looking to move up the data analytics career ladder . But which are the soft skills you need to set your data career on the track to success? Communication For candidates coming directly from university, one of the key ...

Building Effective Compliance Teams

Posted on Friday, May 7, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The first thing to say is that organisations need good compliance more than perhaps they even realise. It’s like a silent partner and bodyguard all in one, as with a strong compliance function you reduce your risk, operate on a proactive basis and within an ethical framework. With the traditional tick-box approach to compliance evolving in line with increasing regulatory pressures and tighter ...

A Day in the Life of a Penetration Tester

Posted on Friday, May 7, 2021 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 07 May 2021 A Penetration Tester (‘Pen’ Tester) or Ethical Hacker is the person you want attempting to break into your network, computer system, web or mobile application in order to find the holes before the criminals do. All organisations are riddled with vulnerabilities and the Pen Tester’s job is to find them so they can be fixed and thus lessen the risk of a cyber-attack. Pen ...

What to Include in Your Audit CV

Posted on Thursday, April 29, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

It may seem like the simplest part to getting a job in audit, but the ‘what’ and ‘how’ of your CV is arguably the most critical element. It’s the first impression a recruiter gets of you that makes them decide whether you’re worth their time, and with reams of CVs in their inbox you need to make yours stand out… for all the right reasons. It should go without saying that all CVs regardless of ...

How to Shine in Risk Job Interviews

Posted on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Want to impress in your Risk job interview? We have some tips to help give you the edge when it comes to what hiring managers are looking for in candidates for risk jobs . One thing to prepare for is that you may get an interviewer who is very technical and knowledgeable on a particular product, such as lending, cards, treasury or ethics. Thus, their line of questioning will likely focus on that ...

How to Prepare for your Data Scientist Job Interview

Posted on Tuesday, April 6, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Data science jobs are no doubt in vogue right now, as the burgeoning field continues to evolve in its pursuit of utilising data analysis to inform important business decisions. For candidates wanting to break into a career in data science, we shed some light on how best to prepare for your job interview and what hiring managers are looking for. First thing to know is what specific data science ...

Are You Already a Cyber Security Professional but You Don’t Know It?

Posted on Wednesday, March 31, 2021 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 31 Mar 2021 If you want to work in cyber security but feel hesitant because you got your start in healthcare, or business, education, or have even taken time out for parenthood, take heart from the fact that as a still relatively young profession, even those at its helm are unlikely to have started their career working in cyber security. Don’t assume that coming from a non-technical ...

Climbing the Risk Career Ladder

Posted on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

It should come as no surprise that on graduating university, the simplest and most common route into a career in risk comes from entering one of the Big Four consultancy firms. Getting your start with the likes of PwC, KPMG, Deloitte or EY as an internal auditor or external auditor will give you a good grounding in risk and controls, as well as giving you a good overview of that space. However, ...

Is Big Four Training Essential for an Auditor?

Posted on Monday, March 8, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

It is the most common and popular trajectory for aspiring auditors, but is the Big Four the best launchpad for a career in audit? Compared with other consultancies it certainly holds stature on the job market, but does the Big Four have the edge on Tier Two firms? The Big Four is perfectly poised for starting a career on the global stage with a client roster that includes some of the best ...

The Basics of Cyber Security

Posted on Friday, March 5, 2021 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 05 Mar 2021 In a time of ‘unprecedented connectedness’ where the number and type of online devices multiplies seemingly daily and personal data is handed out as freely as candy at a kids party; our exposure to risk is at an all-time high when it comes to cyber-attacks. In a market economy that thrives on interconnectivity, there must be a strong sense of cyber security to protect ...

What Skills do you Need to Work in Compliance?

Posted on Thursday, February 25, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

It is a truth universally acknowledged that most jobs require candidates to possess a balance of technical expertise and “soft” skills. Compliance jobs are no different. The function within a business that is designed to protect the company’s ethical integrity from becoming tainted by financial disrepute or similar; what are the skills a compliance professional needs to do that effectively? ...

A Day in the Life of a Risk Manager

Posted on Thursday, February 18, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

For a typical first line Risk Manager, the majority of his or her days are punctuated by the occurrence of incidents. Starting the day around 9am, risk incidents or events – different banks will assign different terminologies – drive much of what a Risk Manager will do on a day-to-day basis. The hours a Risk Manager keeps can be as generic as the typical ‘9 to 5’, or 9am-6pm in the case of Risk ...

Getting a job in Artificial Intelligence or Machine Learning

Posted on Thursday, February 11, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

If you want to work in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Learning (ML) then naturally the first thing is to understand that these terms refer to software that has been designed to learn in a similar way to humans. Utilising speech recognition, language translation, auto pilot features and so on, AI systems are gaining prevalence in the modern world. Before we tackle the ‘what’ ...

Getting Into Digital Forensics

Posted on Thursday, February 4, 2021 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 04 Feb 2021 Also known as a Computer Forensic Investigator, computer forensics analyst, digital forensics examiner and so on, digital forensics jobs involve the investigation and analysis of evidence extracted from computers, networks, mobile devices and more to identify the “suspect behind the keyboard”. Obtaining a bachelor’s degree in computer forensics, computer science, cyber ...

A Day in the Life of a Compliance Officer

Posted on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

As in many professions that have the capability to be reactive, working in compliance does not typically afford one a standard 9 to 5. The usual routine may begin with the checking of emails and calendar, but the contents of certainly one’s inbox is liable to direct the activity of the day. Reading the news and addressing the latest headlines from reputable regulatory blogs and related news ...

Why Risk Professionals Don’t Get the Job

Posted on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

It may surprise you to learn what can prevent a risk professional from landing his or her ideal role. From interpreting the job description to the interview process, some candidates can fall short in both impressing employers and instilling any sense of trust in their competency. Some risk professionals can seem to lack a real understanding about the purpose of working in risk or what risk ...

5 Things Every First-Year Auditor Should Know

Posted on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

If you plan to have a successful career in audit, there are some things you need to know when starting out that will set you apart and set you up for the future. Simon Wright, Director of CareersinAudit.com, shares some practical points every first-year auditor should be aware of. Be Adaptable Being an auditor means being willing to go with the flow and be flexible. It is not a job that sees you ...

Careers In Group Diversity & Inclusion Report 2021

Posted on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 by The Careers In Group — No comments

While focused on niche sectors of the employment and recruitment market, CareersinAudit.com and Careers In Group job boards and their users represent a small cross-section of the wider talent attraction industry. Diversity and Inclusion is just as important to specialist sectors as it is to the wider world of work. But what is diversity, why is it important for both business and talent ...

Why Work in Internal Audit in 2021?

Posted on Tuesday, December 15, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

2020 has been a year of great change and necessary technological advancement as remote working and business continuity headed up the bill thanks to COVID-19. Employment has inevitably taken a substantial hit and new graduates and more established professionals alike may be wondering what direction to take in the coming year in light of what the existing one has served up. A Career in Internal ...

How to get a job as an Internal Auditor

Posted on Friday, November 20, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

As career paths go, the internal audit career path is a lucrative one given how high the demand is for Internal Auditors across numerous industries. The more regulated the world becomes across every industry, from banking and financial services to insurance and healthcare, the more driven companies become to reinforce their internal audit function. Internal Auditors provide the business they work ...

Where can your Data Analytics Career take you?

Posted on Friday, November 20, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Data Analyst is one of the hottest jobs on the current job market but in today’s ever-changing business landscape, what is the outlook for your career prospects long-term? The rise in demand for Data Analysts is of course a reflection of a general realisation across the business world that leveraging data equals better business. With more and more companies generating, collecting and storing ...

Getting a Job in Operational Risk

Posted on Thursday, November 19, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

A number of subsets exist within the risk career group, covering different areas of business including market risk, credit risk, conduct risk, technology risk and so on. Operational risk relates to the mitigation of risks that manifest from internal processes, people and systems. Any issues that arise when conducting business, such as power cuts, loss of employees, inability to access necessary ...

How to Climb the Career Ladder to Audit Partner

Posted on Thursday, November 5, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The first thing to know about progressing to partner level in your external audit career is that once you reach senior management level there’s a fairly structured process in terms of what’s required of you in order for you to reach audit partner. If we’re looking at career progression within one of the Big Four accounting firms, the first thing to be mindful of is the variation in how that ...

Cyber Security Analyst Jobs in Dubai

Posted on Thursday, November 5, 2020 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 05 Nov 2020 In spite of how few businesses hold a digital presence in the Middle East, there is expected to be significant growth in its cyber security market. This is in part thanks to continuing security breaches across critical industries in the region and their increasingly sophisticated modes of attack. Government measures have responded in kind, implementing tougher regulations ...

The Importance of Cyber Security in Healthcare

Posted on Friday, October 30, 2020 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 30 Oct 2020 The healthcare industry is an obvious target for cyber-crime. Rife with valuable personal data, the advent of technology has only made that information more accessible to those with malicious intent. Paperwork of old has now relocated to the cloud and database systems and while this has proven usefully efficient to patients and their medical practitioners, the increased ...

Impact of Covid-19 on the UK Information and Cyber Security Market

Posted on Saturday, October 24, 2020 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 24 Oct 2020 The pandemic has been a key catalyst for companies to embrace remote working and accelerate their digital transformations. As a result, organisations have increased investment in technology infrastructure, the cloud and digital services to facilitate better communication amongst their scattered workforces. This report provides clarity on the rapidly changing security ...

Working in Healthcare Compliance

Posted on Tuesday, October 20, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Compliance jobs don’t tend to vary too much between industries. Certainly, the fundamental goals and responsibilities are universal in ensuring the legal and ethical compliance of the organisation as well as keeping it aligned with all applicable industry regulations. If you want to work in healthcare compliance, you can expect the role to cover most obvious bases but there are additional points ...

Courageous Auditing - Fixing the Flaw in Auditing Education

Posted on Thursday, October 8, 2020 by Kathy Rees, author of Courageous Auditing — No comments

With years of auditing experience to my name, I have come to recognize the flaw in auditing education. Beyond technical training, little is offered to enhance and develop an auditor’s Emotional Intelligence (EQ). I have been an auditor in Australia for almost two decades and over this time have come to extensively pinpoint the failure of our auditing system. Auditing is a lifelong practice – one ...

Where can a career in External Audit take you?

Posted on Thursday, October 1, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Working in external audit can be extremely rewarding. It plays on your strengths with numeracy, relationship management and communication, and your understanding of finance and business; all of which provide an excellent foundation for the progression of your audit career. The question is, in which direction will your career in external audit take you? Lars Sigmond, former External Auditor with ...

Making the move from Audit Senior to Audit Manager

Posted on Wednesday, September 23, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

You’re working as an Audit Senior, but you want to make the move to Audit Manager. You spend your days planning and executing risk-based internal audits for the business reporting to the role you’re aspiring to. So, what can you do to make your ambitions a reality? The greatest tip is to look for opportunities, typically at the start of an engagement, to have a discussion with the manager or ...

Job Applications: Quantity vs Quality

Posted on Monday, September 21, 2020 by the Careers In Group — No comments

At the Careers In Group we’ve thought a lot about the Covid-19 crisis and how this will impact employers. Candidate attraction has changed considerably, with a firm shift to an employer-driven market. Candidates are now flooding the market and filtering through irrelevant CVs is a time-consuming task that should be avoided. It is currently a critical time for the industry and we are here to ...

External Audit around the World

Posted on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Generally speaking, auditing looks much the same all over the world. This is largely because everyone is conducting their external audits in compliance with the same international auditing standards. Where the key differences lie is culturally. Lars Sigmond, former External Auditor for KPMG in the Netherlands and Brazil, says “Audits all over the world should be the same, the differences come in ...

A Day in the Life of a Senior Internal Audit Manager

Posted on Monday, September 7, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Reading the job description will only get you so far when it comes to getting a sense of working in internal audit, so Simon Wright, Director of CareersinAudit.com spoke to a former Associate Director of Internal Audit at KPMG to understand what a day in the life of a Senior Internal Audit Manager really looks like. The first thing to acknowledge is that the role is pretty fluid. On any given day ...

Working in Network Security

Posted on Friday, September 4, 2020 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 04 Sep 2020 As with most areas of cyber security, network security is one that is continuously evolving as the threat landscape changes, technology advances, and the relevant tools and software upgrade accordingly. A specialised field, network security focuses on the protection of an organisation’s computer network infrastructure, both internally and externally, via data analytics and ...

Different Types of Compliance Jobs

Posted on Thursday, September 3, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

When we talk about compliance, we’re referring to the business function that ensures an organisation adheres to external rules and internal controls. Within the financial services sector compliance teams must align the business with key regulatory objectives to protect investors and ensure the markets remain fair, efficient, and clear. They also work to reduce system risk and financial crime. ...

Which Type of Risk Job is Right for You?

Posted on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Risk management exists to support organisations in making the key decisions that will help drive business forward; for every important decision there is an element of risk attached. The risk team helps the business put effective strategies in place to anticipate, manage and respond to future risks and scenarios. The first thing to decide when choosing to work in risk is the sector you would suit. ...

High Performance in a Crisis: Maximising Success During and After Covid-19

Posted on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

No one needs reminding that we are in challenging times. A small number of industries will benefit from current changes in economic patterns, but the majority will suffer. However, a lot of organisations will survive and thrive in the years ahead, this article looks at common actions and behaviours which maximise the likelihood of this outcome. The ideas in this article are not in any way new, ...

How to get into IT Audit

Posted on Friday, August 28, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Just as businesses require an audit of their accounts and financial statements, so too their IT infrastructure, policies and operations need equal evaluation. This is where IT Audit comes in. IT Auditors examine those technical areas of the business to see where improvements can be made and make recommendations to the board. IT Audit can typically be categorised into three separate work streams: ...

Why Businesses Need Business Analysts

Posted on Tuesday, August 25, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Business Analysts are a highly valued role in many companies. But what exactly makes a Business Analyst so vital? And, why are these analysts considered one of the top, indispensable positions in many businesses? Business Analysts are predicted to shape the future of business in many ways. The scope of their role is fairly broad and undefined to a degree. As a surface level summary, a Business ...

Why is External Audit Important in an Organisation?

Posted on Monday, August 24, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Objectivity is key in business. It sends out the right message to interested parties that the business is being run properly, keeps the business compliant and adds a layer of transparency to internal proceedings to ensure any issues are identified quickly. External auditors are the key to this objectivity, acting as a much-needed ‘fresh pair of eyes’ to financial statements and accounts and ...

Emerging Risks for Internal Audit during the Covid-19 Crisis

Posted on Friday, August 21, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Over the last few months several trends have emerged relating to internal audit and business operations, many of which are of great interest. However, this article focuses on the emerging risks that have been highlighted most often among organisations during the Covid-19 crisis. These risks will to a greater or lesser extent be relevant across all sectors and company sizes. What are the emerging ...

The World of Audit - Episode 4 - Satnam Hundgenn, Global IT Audit Director

Posted on Monday, August 10, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Welcome to the second instalment of the 'World of Audit' video interview series, created and carried out by Michael Rose of Five One Recruitment . These interviews are designed to give auditors, and those interested in pursuing a career in audit, an inside view on the way audit is approached around the world, and the latest trends and insights on issues facing the audit industry as a whole. In ...

Assurance Job Interview Questions

Posted on Monday, August 3, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

If you’re working in assurance or hoping to start a career in assurance, an important step in finding a new assurance job is of course getting through the interview. But what is expected and what kinds of questions might be asked? Typically, the questions vary based on your experience level. So, we’ve put together some example questions that you might face at each level to help you prepare. ENTRY ...

So, you want to be a Quantitative Analyst?

Posted on Saturday, August 1, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Careers in Quantitive Analytics are competitive and demanding with long hours and heavy workloads common. However, it is a job surprisingly untouched by bureaucracy, internal politics or personal networks. With dedication, work ethic and knowledge the main drivers for success, those with an analytics passion are being drawn more and more to a career in Quantitative Analytics. Below outlines what ...

The Importance of IT Audit in an Organisation

Posted on Thursday, July 30, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Any company operating successfully in this day and age, no matter its capacity, needs to effectively leverage its technology systems and make effective use of data. It is inevitable now that if a company wants to progress it must make a significant investment in technology. While these technology investments and innovations are required, it comes at a cost. This increased dependence on IT by ...

Compliance Job Interview Questions – What to expect and what to ask

Posted on Monday, July 27, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Compliance, though incredibly crucial to the success of any business, does not typically come under the list of dream jobs of young professionals. Most people who find themselves working in compliance, journey there by way of careers in areas including policy, law, accounting or finance. All solid launchpads to a compliance career with a number of transferable skills; though it is understanding ...

The Importance of Cyber Security in an Organisation

Posted on Tuesday, July 21, 2020 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 21 Jul 2020 2020 has quickly claimed the award for ‘the year that put remote working on the map’, for obvious reasons. In business terms this equates to a significant increase in devices carrying sensitive company data and thus an even greater risk of a cyber criminal hacking in. Remote working aside, more and more companies have been gradually transferring their data over to the cloud ...

What are the key challenges for employers post-lockdown?

Posted on Wednesday, July 15, 2020 by the Careers In Group — No comments

Here at the Careers In Group we’ve thought a lot about the Covid-19 crisis and how this will impact employers. There is no doubt that recruitment has changed considerably and will be changed for the foreseeable future, with a firm shift to an employer-driven market. How will this impact businesses and what can you do to ensure you are securing the best talent in a timely and cost-effective ...

How to Start your Career in Audit

Posted on Thursday, July 9, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

There are a number of avenues into a career in audit. The most common and arguably most traditional route is to start with one of the Big Four accounting firms following graduation. There you would get your grounding in risk advisory services running internal audits or join the assurance/financial audit function and complete your Chartered Accounting (CA) qualification before looking to move from ...

The Top Cyber Roles of 2020

Posted on Monday, June 22, 2020 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 22 Jun 2020 One of the greatest aspects of the Cyber Security industry is the sheer breadth of roles it encompasses. While the terminology in job titles can seem confusing to those outside the industry or new to the field (think ‘Penetration Tester’ and ‘Ethical Hacker’ as examples), those in the know recognize the subtle differences between the many role titles within Cyber Security ...

The Foolproof Guide to a Great Data Science CV

Posted on Monday, June 1, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

A career in Data Science requires a mix of technical expertise, an array of soft skills to match and considerable experience on top of this. These three areas need to not just be grasped but rather refined and flawless to even get a top employer’s attention. Below explores how a Data Scientist should best communicate their potential on paper and how to have your CV stand out (and above) on the ...

The Skills Analytics Professionals Need

Posted on Friday, May 15, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Whether working as a Data Analyst, Business Analyst or even a Web Analyst, there are some tools and knowledge that span the entire analytics field. No matter the speciality, these are the skills that every analyst needs to know from the get-go: Programming Languages Undoubtedly the most important skill for any analyst is knowledge of programming languages. Think SQL, Python, R and Oracle – ...

Compliance and the Board

Posted on Thursday, May 14, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Disconnected compliance functions are a proven fast track to corporate scandal. Just look to Volkswagen, Enron and the countless other companies with the scars of compliance scandals forever tied to their name and degrading their reputation. Despite the growing list of examples, disconnect continues to trouble businesses with compliance vulnerabilities still present across various sectors. With ...

Cyber Hygiene in the Workplace

Posted on Wednesday, May 13, 2020 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 13 May 2020 Are the cyber hygiene practices followed by your business up to scratch? While a one hundred percent cyber hygiene score would be the ideal goal for any business, unfortunately, this is rarely the case. In fact, confusion around whose job is it to maintain a company’s cyber hygiene is normally where a business can fall short. So, how exactly is cyber hygiene maintained? And ...

The World of Audit - Special Episode - Fraud & Corruption Risks Due To Covid-19

Posted on Wednesday, May 6, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Welcome to a special episode of the 'World of Audit' video interview series on the fraud & corruption risks that companies are now facing due to Covid-19. In this episode, Michael speaks with Alex Gaft, CFE CISA (Global Manager Cyber Security & Fraud at ICL Group in Israel), Marcio Ferreira CA, CIA (International Controls and Compliance Manager at Appian Capital in Brazil) and Nikolay Kolesnikov, ...

The Importance of Data Analytics in an Organisation

Posted on Monday, May 4, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The world as we know it will continue to be increasingly driven by data. From a corporate perspective, data analytics is the tool that helps business owners in this day and age both understand how their business is faring and pinpoint areas that need attention. In its function to deliver critical insights as to whether a business is moving in the right direction, data analytics is fundamentally ...

The World of Audit - Episode 3 - Lech Olszak - Director of Internal Audit at Faurecia

Posted on Monday, May 4, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Welcome to the third instalment of the 'World of Audit' video interview series, created and carried out by Michael Rose of Five One Recruitment . In this two-part episode, Michael interviews Lech Olszak, Director of Internal Audit (America region) at Faurecia. He talks about what attracted him to Internal Audit in the first place, the importance of having external audit experience, transitioning ...

Cyber Security Internships - Are They Worth It?

Posted on Tuesday, April 28, 2020 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 28 Apr 2020 For many professionals an internship is a right of passage. An in-between phase bridging university and the dreaded, or anticipated, full-time world. For the lucky few, an internship can even lead to job offers. However, looking at the cyber security industry directly, many cyber novices question whether an internship in the cyber realm is as important as other industries. ...

Is Confidence Key for a Risk Manager’s Success?

Posted on Monday, April 27, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Confidence is vital in almost every position. From leadership roles to middle management and below, those with confidence all unite through their shared level of empowerment. Connected through their self-belief in their own ability and value. Risk Management takes the need for self-confidence one step further. Risk Managers are constantly operating in an environment of expectation from both ...

So, you want to be a Business Analyst?

Posted on Monday, April 27, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Considering a career as a Business Analyst? As a high paying and highly desirable analyst pathway, working as a Business Analyst is a cool career choice. However, like many analyst jobs, understanding exactly what the role entails can be tricky to define. What does a Business Analyst do? At a surface level, a Business Analyst is a career pathway within the Information Technology family. There are ...

The Personal Liability Tied to Compliance

Posted on Monday, April 27, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Compliance scandals are not a new issue, however, the shifting of blame is. This shift has seen the fault narrow from the business as a whole to the compliance team or Compliance Officer responsible for the business's operations. As the latest compliance scandals emerge, the root issues are being increasingly tied to negligence from the businesses’ compliance teams. Whether stemming from cover-up ...

Interview Questions for an IT Auditor Job

Posted on Monday, April 27, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The role of an IT Auditor within an organisation is to maintain the security of the company’s IT systems, ensuring they are efficient and cost effective. They must maintain the firm’s internal controls, records and data as well as to help organisations operate within the law to guarantee they’re not in breach of compliance and regulatory standards. When it comes to the types of questions an ...

The World of Audit - Episode 2 - Emmanuel Manalo, Audit Director at The Estée Lauder Companies

Posted on Tuesday, April 21, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Welcome to the second instalment of the 'World of Audit' video interview series, created and carried out by Michael Rose of Five One Recruitment . These interviews are designed to give auditors, and those interested in pursuing a career in audit, an inside view on the way audit is approached around the world, and the latest trends and insights on issues facing the audit industry as a whole. In ...

Why are Data Scientists Quitting?

Posted on Wednesday, April 15, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Data Science is a hot job. In fact, it was labelled the sexiest job of the 21st century by Harvard Business Review. It’s a lucrative and challenging career area that is consistently expanding. Despite the industry’s glamour, Data Scientists are quitting at concerning rates. With the talent pool diminishing, it begs the question - what is driving Data Scientists to leave their jobs? The Data ...

The Importance of Compliance in a Business

Posted on Wednesday, April 15, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

What does compliance mean to a business? At its core it refers to the steps an organisation must take to ensure it is acting responsibly and in line with the law. Compliance defines the values and ethics of an organisation and works to create an environment within which all employees understand and refer to them and by extension agree to be held accountable by them as well. Operating from a ...

So, You Want to Be a Security Engineer?

Posted on Wednesday, April 15, 2020 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 15 Apr 2020 A Security Engineer, bridging the gap between engineering and information security, is a highly desirable tech job. It is one without a cookie cutter fit and a role that probably looks different every day of the working week. Find out why a career in Security Engineering is one of the coolest jobs in the information security sphere. What does a Security Engineer do? ...

COVID-19: What does the Pandemic mean for Auditing Recruitment?

Posted on Friday, April 3, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Despite it only being March, the past three months have felt like a decade. The current world pandemic, better known as COVID-19, is wreaking havoc globally and unfortunately, the world economy has already taken a massive hit. The coming recession brings a host of uncertainties for businesses and professionals. When the COVID-19 dust eventually settles, business as usual for many companies will ...

Your Career and COVID-19

Posted on Thursday, April 2, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The Coronavirus outbreak has brought with it a whole host of unpleasant side effects, not least of which is a state of uncertainty where employment is concerned. However, in spite of the potential layoffs and hiring freezes taking hold of the global business world, the cogs continue to turn, just perhaps a little more slowly. So what can candidates do to ward off not only the symptoms of COVID-19 ...

The Importance of Corporate Governance in an Organisation

Posted on Tuesday, March 31, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

When we think of corporate governance most of us will likely immediately relate it to the prevention of things like fraud and scandal if implemented correctly. It is equally important to acknowledge the need for corporate governance measures that protect organisations in the instance of a natural disaster or other unexpected event. Effective corporate governance fosters a culture of integrity. ...

The World of Audit - Episode 1 - Neil Frieser - Chief Audit Executive at Frontier Communications

Posted on Monday, March 30, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Welcome to the first of the 'World of Audit' video interview series, created and carried out by Michael Rose of Five One Recruitment . These interviews are designed to give auditors, and those interested in pursuing a career in audit, an inside view on the way audit is approached around the world, and the latest trends and insights on issues facing the audit industry as a whole. Michael Rose is ...

Cyber Security Interview Questions

Posted on Thursday, March 19, 2020 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 19 Mar 2020 Planning for the possible questions you’ll be asked when interviewing for a job in cyber security depends largely on the organisation you’re hoping to work for and the area of cyber security you’re experienced in. Most university graduates, coming from a degree in computer science, cyber security or similar should be focusing their job search on those entry level roles that ...

External Auditor Interview Questions

Posted on Friday, March 6, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The role of an External Auditor is to come into an organisation sans bias and review their financial information. From their findings they can gauge whether a company is operating efficiently and within the law. These findings are then relayed to relevant parties, including key business stakeholders, the board and in some cases, government entities. So, what are employers and hiring managers ...

Career Pathways in Compliance

Posted on Thursday, March 5, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

It may seem like a narrow pathway but in reality working in compliance offers impressive variety. Whether working internally or externally, in the government sector or healthcare industry, the opportunities for employment are diverse as are the compliance positions. The below explores how a compliance specialist, analyst, advisor and consultant differ under the compliance umbrella. Before the ...

Analytics Careers at the Big Four

Posted on Thursday, March 5, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Considering taking your analytics career to a Big Four firm? Whether starting out in the field or considering a lateral move, working at either KPMG, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), Ernst & Young (EY) or Deloitte may be the right fit for your analytics career. Below explores the positives and drawbacks of working in Data Analytics and Data Science at one of the world’s largest professional services ...

Is Imposter Syndrome Paralysing Cyber Security Professionals?

Posted on Thursday, March 5, 2020 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 05 Mar 2020 Are you a cyber professional plagued with self-doubt? You’re not alone. More than half of those working in the cyber security industry feel the same. A recent survey found that of the 10,400 cyber professionals questioned, over 58 percent admit to suffering from imposter syndrome despite working for major global companies like Facebook, Google and Amazon. The question is ...

The Cyber Nomad: Why More Cyber Security Professionals Are Going Digital

Posted on Thursday, March 5, 2020 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 05 Mar 2020 More and more Cyber Security professionals are embracing a nomadic lifestyle and taking their career global. Bouncing between incredible locations without sacrificing their career prospects, it is no wonder onlookers are asking how. How are these cyber professionals doing it? And, how can you join them? The digital nomad concept centres around a laptop. More specifically, ...

Salary Trends in Auditing - Past, Present and Future

Posted on Monday, March 2, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Auditing has been an enticing career path for decades. It is a role that has continually evolved, adapting with the wider evolution of the business world, from technology advancements to regulatory changes. With progression in role function and importance, comes revision of salary, and for audit jobs, this is no different. So, how have salaries for auditors progressed in response to the continual ...

Climate Change and Risk Management

Posted on Thursday, February 27, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Climate change is undoubtedly one of the largest global issues of the coming decade. Its impacts continue to creep into day-to-day and wider year-to-year aspects of life, with people, businesses and the environment all affected by the global environmental changes. As the effects of climate change are experienced around the world, humans are being forced to adapt and accommodate for these changes ...

Data Analyst vs Big Data Expert - What's the difference?

Posted on Thursday, February 27, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Data Analysts are in huge demand, as are Big Data experts. Yet confusion surrounds the factors differentiating the two fields. Are they the same job with two differing job titles? Or, are they completely different roles? Defining the Roles Data Analysis is all about extracting insights from raw data. Data Analytics professionals are typically tasked with a question, or set of questions, that need ...

Achieve the extraordinary with BDO East Anglia

Posted on Thursday, February 27, 2020 by BDO for CareersinAudit.com (Advertorial Feature) — No comments

Achieve the extraordinary with BDO East Anglia Auditors at BDO East Anglia unanimously agree - working for the firm has never been more rewarding. Over the past five years, BDO East Anglia has reshaped their culture and seen a workplace beaming with #EAPride (East Anglia pride) emerge. This pride is reflected in everything BDO do, from their recent hires to those at director level. It is a ...

Careers in Cyber Security - are Degrees a Necessity?

Posted on Thursday, February 27, 2020 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 27 Feb 2020 With demand for Cyber Security professionals continuing to outpace nearly every other industry, the qualifications and requirements for landing a job in this field are somewhat tricky to pinpoint. Whether looking to work as a Cyber Security Analyst or succeed as a Cyber Security Engineer, is a degree necessary to carve out a career in Cyber Security? Simply put, yes - ...

Cyber Security Industry Predictions - Looking at the Decade to Come

Posted on Tuesday, February 25, 2020 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 25 Feb 2020 The Cyber Security industry has seen continual change in the last ten years, with new technologies and cyber security issues evolving at a pace unlike anything seen before. The industry’s growth reached an unprecedented level with the likes of ‘cryptocurrency’ and ‘artificial intelligence’ transforming from little-known terms to household phrases. The growth of the Cyber ...

Working in Application Security

Posted on Friday, February 21, 2020 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 21 Feb 2020 Application Security is the practice applied to the installation, use and development of applications. Most companies nowadays have an App linked with their business, from banks to retail and healthcare organisations and everything in between. However, with the addition of applications comes another point of attack for hackers, a fact that is evident in the number of ...

So, you want to be a Data Architect?

Posted on Wednesday, February 12, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Considering a career as a Data Architect ? Not sure where to start? We break down exactly what working in Data Architecture entails and how to best get your foot into one of the most challenging data fields. What does a Data Architect do? Bridging business strategy with technical execution, it is the job of a Data Architect to articulate how data is “collected, stored, transformed, distributed ...

The Analytics Career Timeline

Posted on Wednesday, February 12, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The analytics field is one guaranteed to look different from sector to sector. And, the scope of role within these sectors sees the work of analytics novices a far cry from those sitting at the board table. Below delves into the career progression of an analytics professional, from graduate to C-suite, and the skills needed for long-term trajectory. Entry-Level Analytics Having a university ...

Adding Social Media to the Audit Plan

Posted on Wednesday, February 12, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Whether incorporated as part of a larger audit or conducted independently, social media should be on an auditor’s radar. After all, a company without a social media presence is essentially unheard of in today’s digitally driven era. The need for social media audits centres around risk and governance. Whilst auditors do not write social media policies, an audit of these policies and practices ...

Can a Regional Firm offer Big Six level Benefits?

Posted on Thursday, February 6, 2020 by MHA Larking Gowen for CareersinAudit.com (Advertorial Feature) — No comments

In our increasingly busy world, many auditors are taking a more holistic approach when evaluating their career choices than they have in the past. Gone are the days when the company name was the first thing jobseekers were looking for in a job advertisement, followed closely by the salary on offer – today’s auditors are looking for more than just a brand to put on their CV. Flexible working, ...

So, you want to be a Data Engineer?

Posted on Monday, February 3, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Merging the roles of Data Analyst and Data Scientist, a career in Data Engineering may be the perfect pathway for data gurus in search of a lucrative salary and career longevity. What is Data Engineering? Working alongside Data Scientists, Data Engineers are responsible for readying data for either operational or analytical use. A Data Engineer’s work can be funneled down to three main areas of ...

Three Skills that get an Analyst Hired

Posted on Friday, January 31, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

In an Analytics job interview, it’s not just what you say, but how you say it that is important. While technical skills, qualifications and experience will be the main areas an Analyst job candidate will be evaluated on during a job interview, there are other skills that can help you stand out amongst the competition. Set yourself apart from the other applicants on these skills, and you could be ...

Data Analyst vs Research Analyst vs Financial Analyst - What's the Difference?

Posted on Monday, January 27, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

The term ‘analyst’ is rarely a job title seen alone. Whether financial, data, research, quantitative, digital or even risk, the analytics scope is seemingly unending. Below expands on three of these analytics titles, exploring what Data, Research and Financial Analytics entail and how each of these roles are distinct. Data Analyst Arguably the most well-known within the analytics family, those ...

So, you want to work in Data Science?

Posted on Thursday, January 23, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Data Science is a discipline that incorporates the application of statistics, data analysis, machine learning and computer science. The goal? To get value from data through analysis so as to better understand how a business is performing. With this information, the Data Scientist builds AI tools to automate certain processes within the organisation. There are a number of tools at the Data ...

Giving and Receiving Feedback - Top Tips for Risk Managers

Posted on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Careers in Risk Management are essentially careers managing the unknown. Whether considering internal or external factors, risks are an obvious and unavoidable factor of any business. Yet, when looking beyond these continual risk hurdles, Risk Managers are tasked with another everyday challenge – managing. Beyond simply being an aspect of any managerial role, proactive risk management is ...

Hot Jobs in Cyber Security for 2020 and Beyond

Posted on Thursday, January 9, 2020 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 09 Jan 2020 Looking for a new challenge, fancy switching jobs or wondering which ones are futureproof? We've delved into techie cyber-space, with a helping hand from expert Simon Wright, director at CareersinCyber.com and CareersinRisk.com, to find out which jobs will be the hot tech, cyber and risk opportunities in 2020 and beyond. Data Scientist Data Science is the process of ...

Data Analyst Job Interview Questions

Posted on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Data Analyst interviews are notoriously technical. Interviewers are known for putting theoretical knowledge on blast and expertise to the test, and with possible questioning broad, feeling fully prepared can pose a challenge. Below covers just the surface of those frequently asked interview questions, from basic to personal, that Data Analysts can anticipate. The Technical Questions "Talk us ...

Leading Diversity in Risk

Posted on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Diversity, in all forms, enriches business beyond just reputational benefits. Tied with an increased bottom line, companies championing diversity dominate their gender-homogeneous counterparts by 85% percent when looking at financial return and 50% when considering performance, according to a recent PwC survey. Research by McKinsey mimics PwC’s findings, reporting that “companies in the top ...

Flexible Working - a Career Trap or the Holy Grail?

Posted on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

From the rise of flexitime to homeworking, flexible working strategies are receiving some serious airtime in the auditing and accounting arena. With 63 percent of full-time employees already working with some form of flexible working arrangements, workplace flexibility is both in demand and on the rise. Top tier companies are rolling out flexible working policies in conjunction with their ...

GDPR – Why Companies Are Still Not 100% Compliant

Posted on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 08 Jan 2020 One-third of businesses are still failing to meet GDPR compliance according to new research by RSM. Despite the regulation being in full effect for well over a year, only 57 percent are confident in their businesses’ compliance and another thirteen percent are uncertain either way. With GDPR now erased from the priority list for a third of survey respondents, middle market ...

The Best Certifications for Breaking Into Information Security

Posted on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 08 Jan 2020 Beyond university qualifications, certifications are a great addition or even alternative for Information Security professionals at every level. Some of the certifications, which are available by the hundreds, hold as much value as a degree or professional experience in the eyes of employers. Whether advancing your career is the intention or simply getting your foot in the ...

Three Reasons to Pursue a Cyber Security Career

Posted on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 08 Jan 2020 The cyber industry has huge potential for professionals – from growing demand to continually increasing salaries and varied opportunities, we have listed the three main reasons why pursuing a path in cyber security is worth your consideration. 1. Growing Demand for Professionals The demand for cyber security professionals has never been greater and with the predicted 3.5 ...

CISOs & the Board - Why Cyber Security Needs a Seat at the Table

Posted on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 08 Jan 2020 Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) are tasked with many challenges, but arguably the biggest headache of the role surrounds getting that elusive board buy-in. With responsibility for a company's information security falling to CISOs, those struggling to achieve this all-important buy-in see their company a ground for cybercrime and security vulnerabilities. An ...

Machine Learning Jobs - An Overview

Posted on Monday, January 6, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Alan Turing pre-empted the era of machine learning, saying in 1947: “What we want is a machine that can learn from experience.” From the birth of computers and then the internet to a world practically ruled by technology, Machine Learning has manifested. What is Machine Learning? Machine Learning is essentially the marriage of machine and artificial intelligence that enables said machine to ...

Getting a job in Analytics

Posted on Monday, January 6, 2020 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Exploring careers under the analytics umbrella, whether considering data analytics, business analytics, big data analytics or even data science, uncovers diverse pathways that share a surprisingly homogeneous foundation. With most entering the wider field from a Data Analyst route, foundational requirements of all analytics positions see fundamentals like Python, SQL and statistics degrees a ...

Machine Learning Jobs - An Overview

Posted on Monday, January 6, 2020 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 06 Jan 2020 Alan Turing pre-empted the era of machine learning, saying in 1947: “What we want is a machine that can learn from experience.” From the birth of computers and then the internet to a world practically ruled by technology, Machine Learning has manifested. What is Machine Learning? Machine Learning is essentially the marriage of machine and artificial intelligence that ...

5 Fundamentals of External Auditing

Posted on Friday, December 13, 2019 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Auditing fundamentals for those in the external arena can be funnelled down to five key points: honesty, innovation, empathy, familiarity and independence. With these five skills in grasp, External Auditors are best prepared to succeed. But what to each of these points cover? We take a closer look: Honesty, always Remaining honest seems obvious, but when dealing with global corporations and ...

So, You Want to Be an Ethical Hacker?

Posted on Thursday, November 28, 2019 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 28 Nov 2019 Ethical Hackers, not to be confused with their malicious counterparts, are computer security experts in high demand. With pay substantial and creativity required, the role of an Ethical Hacker entails protecting information so it stays as intended - confidential. The Role Malicious Hackers and Ethical Hackers work in almost identical ways, using overlapping methodologies ...

Outsourcing Compliance?

Posted on Tuesday, November 26, 2019 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

As compliance expectations periodically grow, the need to look external is driving the compliance outsourcing trend. Increasingly stringent regulations , the talent crisis and diminishing compliance budgets are the pressures driving outsourcing, alongside the rising reputational pressure connected to compliance scandals. One-quarter of companies have already turned to these third-party options ...

Top Skills for Risk Managers

Posted on Tuesday, November 26, 2019 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Despite the evolving risk landscape threatening to redefine the Risk Management skillset, those fundamental skills at a Risk Manager’s core have proven unscathed. Below outlines those technical and soft skills that will continue to hold relevancy for Risk Managers in the technological era. Highlighted on their CV and developed throughout their career, with the below four skills Risk Managers can ...

A Candidate’s Guide to Data Science

Posted on Tuesday, November 26, 2019 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Entering the Data Science workforce can require fielding, navigating and patience. Even with the technical chops and an academic foundation, getting into Data Science is not as easy as some perceive. Below outlines advice for novice Data Scientists looking to enter the expansive Data Science industry. The CV This one to two-page document needs to cover a lot for Data Scientists. Beyond previous ...

Are Cyber Security Professionals Burning Out?

Posted on Monday, November 25, 2019 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 25 Nov 2019 Mental health and cyber security frequently feature in the same sentence. With stress often a concern, the industry has become witness to burnout at a staggering rate. Issues of fatigue and burnout, when coupled with the growing skills shortage and diversifying cybercrime landscape, have made the burden of burnout a daily concern for over half of cyber professionals ...

Top Podcasts for those in Risk

Posted on Friday, November 22, 2019 by CareersinAudit.com — No comments

Looking for a new medium to keep you risk management aware? Consider podcasts – perfect for the daily commute and handsfree learning. The below podcasts are the best subscriptions to get the latest in risk management directly on your phone and in your ears. Mastering Risk Management Podcast with Anthony Wilson Covering topical risks and interviewing industry experts, this bi-monthly Australian ...

The California Consumer Privacy Act

Posted on Friday, November 22, 2019 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 22 Nov 2019 The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) is the latest regulation to attempt to control the murky world of personal data. With strong ties to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), CCPA is among a myriad of global data controls coming that will attempt to tip the scales on privacy and control. The act comes into effect on January 1st 2020, with enforcement taking ...

How Much is Your Data Worth on the Dark Web?

Posted on Thursday, November 21, 2019 by CareersinCyber.com — No comments

Published: 21 Nov 2019 You may not know much about the dark web, but it may know things about you. What is the Dark Web? The dark web is a part of the internet that is not visible to search engines. What makes the dark web, dark? It allows users to anonymise their identity by hiding their IP addresses. This makes those using the dark web nearly impossible to identify. Only 4% of the internet is ...