Job type
PermanentLocation
BirminghamWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Audit Risk And ComplianceIndustry
Charities & Not For ProfitPay
£63000
Audit Quality & ISQM Manager - Birmingham - £63000
Your new company
A leading UK organisation responsible for driving improvements in audit quality across the market is expanding its specialist team. This is a rare opportunity for an Audit Manager or Senior Manager from practice to step away from audit delivery and move into a role with genuine industry‑wide impact.
Your new role
As Audit Quality & ISQM Manager, you will play a key role in reviewing how major audit firms design, implement, and operate their systems of quality management. Working as part of a highly skilled technical team, you will:
- Carry out inspection and review activities focused on ISQM (UK) 1 & 2
- Assess the effectiveness of audit quality systems across large and mid‑tier firms
- Analyse complex information and identify areas for improvement
- Contribute to long‑term projects aimed at strengthening audit quality in the UK
- Engage with senior stakeholders across the profession
- Prepare high‑quality written findings and recommendations
This role offers structured hours, long‑term project work, and a healthier work–life balance than traditional audit delivery.
What you'll need to succeed
You will be a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent) with experience at Manager or Senior Manager level within audit practice. You will bring:
- Strong technical understanding of audit methodology and quality processes
- Experience working on PIE or listed audits
- Excellent analytical and report‑writing skills
- Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders
- An interest in audit quality, risk management, or methodology
Experience with ISQM (UK) 1 & 2 is beneficial but not essential.
What you'll get in return
- £63,000 salary
- Excellent pension and benefits package
- Hybrid working – 2 days per week in Birmingham
- Structured hours and improved work–life balance
- The chance to influence audit quality at a national level
- A supportive, collaborative team environment
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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