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About Us
Join a leading UK audit firm with an ambitious growth trajectory and a collaborative culture. Our Glasgow office is expanding under a newly appointed Partner, supported by a team of approximately 500 audit professionals. We offer a dynamic, people-first environment and are looking for experienced professionals to help drive success across a diverse portfolio.
The Role
We are seeking an External Audit Senior Manager to join our Corporate Audit team in Glasgow. This role offers the opportunity to lead complex audits across a variety of industries—including breweries and mid-market corporates—while mentoring and managing high-performing teams.
Note: This role is not open to candidates seeking promotion from Manager level.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead large audit engagements, supported by one or more Managers.
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Maintain overall responsibility for each assignment, reporting directly to the Partner.
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Manage team resources, training, performance evaluations, and promotion recommendations.
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Coach and mentor team members, acting as a role model for Managers.
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Drive profitability across your audit portfolio.
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Liaise with central departments (risk, technical, etc.) as needed.
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Play a key role in business development—winning new clients and contributing to firm growth.
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Support strategic implementation initiatives alongside Partners.
Required Experience & Qualifications
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Minimum 2.5–3 years’ experience at Senior Manager level in audit.
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At least 2 years of UK-based audit practice experience (mandatory for visa sponsorship).
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Experience from a Top 10 or equivalent firm (Big 4 experience not preferred).
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Strong project management and business development skills.
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Proven ability to deliver audits to listed (AIM/full) and international businesses.
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Excellent knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and UK/International GAAS.
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ACA/ICAS (or equivalent) qualified.
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Educated to degree level or equivalent (e.g., CTS).
Work Environment
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Location: Based in Glasgow, working 4 days/week on-site (office or client site).
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Remote work: 1 day/week from home (pre-booked).
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Relocation: Open to UK-based candidates with valid relocation reasons (e.g., family or previous ties to Glasgow).
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Sponsorship: Available for those with 2+ years of UK practice experience.
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Visa claw-back fee: Covered up to £3,000.
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No relocation package offered
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