Advanced Associate, Internal Audit, Controls, Compliance, Risk

Responsibilities

• Supporting the delivery of the annual internal audit plan across financial, operational, and compliance audits
• Assisting in the evaluation and testing of internal controls, identifying risks and recommending improvements
• Contributing to advisory and assurance engagements across Pearson's global business units
• Preparing clear, well-structured audit reports and presenting findings to senior stakeholders
• Leverage data analytics and cutting-edge AI tools to analyse complete data populations, identify trends, and provide more comprehensive insights than traditional sampling allows
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including Finance, Risk, Legal, and Technology
• Participating in continuous improvement initiatives within the audit function

Requirements

• A recent graduate (or graduating in 2026) with a degree in Finance, Accountancy, or a closely related discipline
• A genuine interest in internal audit, risk management, and corporate governance
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
• Effective communication skills — both written and verbal — with the ability to present information clearly
• A proactive, curious mindset with a desire to learn and grow
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)