Director, Process and Controls, Risk Consulting; UKI

Overview

Director, Process and Controls, Risk Consulting (UKI) ’s Risk Consulting Practice helps organisations navigate complex risk landscapes by delivering integrated, technology-enabled solutions across risk management, internal audit, internal controls and controls transformation. We engage with senior client personnel to deliver high-quality outcomes and drive meaningful results.

This senior leadership role is suited to a driven, passionate individual with an established network and a track record in opportunity generation and sales. The role supports EY’s growth in the UK and Ireland markets, with hybrid working and flexible arrangements.

• Business Development:
  Leverage established networks across key sectors to identify, pursue, and convert opportunities; contribute to proposals, sales, and thought leadership.
• Engagement Delivery:
  Lead and own the delivery of Risk Consulting engagements (e.g., risk management, internal audit, UK Corporate Reform, SOX 404, controls transformation) to exceed client expectations and identify sell-on work.
• Agility:
  Balance sales activity with engagement management; self-start and adapt to changing client needs.
• Trusted Advisor:
  Act as a trusted advisor to clients on regulatory matters, including UK Corporate Reform, US SOX, Global Internal Audit Standards, and other industry requirements; advise on impact to internal controls and reporting Obligations.
• Client Relationship Management:
  Build and maintain strong client relationships; understand client needs and deliver tailored solutions.
• Leadership:
  Lead across process and controls solutions; nurture talent and contribute to a positive team culture.
• Solution Development:
  Develop new and existing risk and controls offerings, policies and governance solutions.
• Quality and
  
  Risk Management:
  
  Demonstrate compliance with quality and risk management principles.
• Business Acumen:
  Understand broader business context including financial, operational, compliance and strategic considerations.
• Learning and Development:
  Foster continuous learning and development for yourself and the team; model curiosity and professional growth.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work cross-functionally with internal and client teams to drive integrated risk management solutions.
• Team Mentorship:
  Mentor and develop risk professionals; support their growth and team improvements.
• Industry Knowledge:
  Stay informed about regulatory changes, technology trends and risk best practices.
• Performance Excellence:
  Monitor engagement metrics and KPIs; proactively address deviations to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Communication:
  Communicate effectively with stakeholders; adapt style as needed while maintaining relationships.
• Values:
  Promote diversity, equity and inclusiveness.

• Industry Expertise:
  Leading expertise in risk, processes and controls with agility across solutions and sectors.
• Business Development:
  Proven success in leveraging networks to identify and convert opportunities; experience in proposals and thought leadership.
• Relationships:
  Experience building and maintaining relationships with C-suite executives and senior stakeholders.
• Regulatory Knowledge:
  Strong understanding of UK Corporate Reform and US SOX compliance; ability to guide clients on regulatory impacts.
• Communication:
  Excellent communication and presentation skills for executive reporting and stakeholder engagement.
• Leadership:
  Ability to inspire, develop and motivate teams; foster collaboration and growth.
• Ethical Standards:
  Commitment to ethics and integrity; comply with legal and regulatory standards.
• Proactive Learning:
  Self-starter with commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
• Adaptability:
  Navigate changing regulatory environments and emerging risks.
• Audit & Accounting
  
  Experience:
  
  Experience bringing external audit and financial accounting perspective to engagements.
• Systems Expertise:
  Knowledge of core systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) to identify control weaknesses and suggest improvements.
• Transformation and Digital Solutions:
  Experience driving transformation and deploying digital solutions.

• Entrepreneurial mindset, market orientation and ability to work under pressure; willingness to travel (UK regional or international).
• Travel flexibility and openness to flexible working arrangements.

• Extensive experience generating and leading risk, process and control services at large, complex organisations.
• Relevant professional certification (ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA or equivalent).
• Expertise in risk, process and controls solutions such as risk management, internal audit, controls transformation, SOX 404.
• Experience enabling regulatory compliance requirements (UK Corporate Reform, SOX, and other industry-specific requirements).

• Flexible working and inclusive culture; EY supports balance between client work and personal priorities.
• Competitive remuneration and Total Rewards package with flexible benefits (holidays, health, insurance, savings,…