Head of Internal Audit

Mercury is the European leader in construction solutions.

We build and manage complex engineering & construction projects for the world’s leading corporations. Our solutions help deliver technologies and life changing advancements that connect people, communities and businesses, giving them the power to achieve incredible things. Our people have the courage to be innovative. Their determination and sharp focus enable us to deliver with certainty, time and time again.

We deliver our clients’ visions through leading edge construction solutions across multiple sectors, including Enterprise Data Centres, Advanced Technology & Life Sciences, Hyperscale Data Centres and Fire Protection.

At Mercury, it is our duty to encourage and back our people to realise their vision of themselves. We place them at the heart of what we do, providing challenging opportunities to develop within a great team in a supportive environment that allows them to reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and oversee the execution of a risk-based annual internal audit plan aligned with Mercury’s strategic objectives.
• Ensure audits are conducted in accordance with professional standards, both with the internal audit team and with external co-source partners.
• Communicate internal audit results clearly and constructively to stakeholders at all levels.
• Continuously improve internal audit processes, tools, and reporting stiving towards a best-in-class internal audit function.
• Build strong relationships with senior management to promote a culture of accountability and transparency and to support them in continually improving the control environment in Mercury.
• Become a strategic partner for the Leadership team on all aspects of governance, risk management and internal control.
• Deliver insightful reports and presentations to the Audit Committee, ensuring clarity, relevance, and strategic value.
• Work with other assurance and control functions towards an integrated approach to risk management and assurance in Mercury.
• Mentor and develop the internal audit team, fostering a high-performance and transparent environment and supporting the team in developing challenging and interesting career pathways.
• Promote data-driven auditing and leverage technology to enhance audit efficiency.

Essential Criteria for the Role:

The role requires an experienced internal audit professional who is ambitious to lead out on the future development of the function.

• Proven capabilities in developing and delivering annual internal audit plans.
• Demonstrable experience in Internal Audit leadership in a commercial environment or similar role.
• Experienced in managing Board level engagements.
• Strong negotiating and influencing skills.
• A commercial mindset with solution orientated mindset.
• Strong people management skills and an ability and desire to support the development of others.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable Criteria:

• Relevant industry experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

Mercury is an equal opportunities employer.