Senior Audit Director RI Designate

Senior Audit Director / RI Designate

London Waterloo £85,000 + Benefits Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days remote)

Join a leading boutique, 6-partner accountancy and advisory practice with a strong international footprint and an outstanding reputation for its consultancy-led approach. Located within walking distance of London Waterloo, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Audit Manager looking to take the next step towards RI level.

If you're not yet an RI, full competency support and mentoring will be provided.

The Role

As Senior Audit Director / RI Designate, you'll work closely with the Audit Partner and wider leadership team to shape the future of the audit function. You'll lead high-quality audits, mentor a talented team, and develop trusted relationships with a diverse and prestigious client base.

This is a hands on leadership position offering genuine autonomy, strategic influence, and a clear route to partnership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and review audits from planning to completion, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Review financial statements and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Manage, mentor, and develop the audit team through regular reviews and coaching.
• Oversee workflow and resourcing within the audit department.
• Build and nurture long term client relationships, identifying opportunities for growth.
• Deliver CPD training and stay up to date with technical and legislative developments.
• Begin developing your own client portfolio, with full Partner level support.

About You

• ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent).
• Proven track record leading audits from planning through to completion.
• Excellent technical knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Confident communicator with credibility at board and Partner level.
• Ambitious, proactive, and passionate about driving audit quality and team development.
• Currently working towards RI status.

Why Join This Firm

• Lead a growing audit department with a diverse, high calibre client portfolio (OMBs, SMEs, and larger groups).
• Opportunity to gain or consolidate RI status with full support and mentoring.
• Genuine influence on firm wide strategy and audit development.
• Collaborative, inclusive, and forward thinking culture.
• Transparent progression pathway to full Partner level.

What's on Offer

• Salary: £75,000 - £85,000
• Bonus: Based on firm performance and individual contribution.
• Hybrid working: 3 days in office (initially 5 days for training and onboarding).
• 25 days holiday plus office closure at Christmas / New Year.
• Private healthcare (Vitality).
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Pension scheme.
• Tailored training and Partner mentoring.

Next Steps

If you're ready to progress your audit career with a people focused, forward thinking firm that values both performance and balance - apply today for this Senior Audit Director / RI Partner Designate opportunity.

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