Group Senior Internal Auditor
Location - Glasgow
Work Arrangement - Hybrid
What we do at Weir
We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.
Make your impact
You’ll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.
What you’ll do
• End-to-End Audit Delivery: Lead risk-based audit engagements from scoping through to validated closure, ensuring sufficient and reliable evidence is obtained. Evaluate control design and operating effectiveness in line with Global Internal Audit Standards. You will own audits end-to-end, leading teams of 3-4 auditors, and delivering approximately 40 audits annually across global Weir businesses.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting:* Meet regularly with Managing Directors, Finance Directors, and senior leadership to produce concise, decision-ready reports highlighting conditions, causes, consequences, and criteria. Secure clear actions with owners and deadlines, escalating material risks promptly. Success means influencing senior stakeholders and driving meaningful improvements.
• Follow-Up & Validation: Track agreed actions to due dates, validate closure with evidence, and re-test where appropriate. Identify themes and repeat issues to promote systemic fixes and strengthen governance.
• Digital, Analytics & AI-Enabled Auditing: Champion the use of data analytics tools such as Power BI and responsible GenAI to streamline audit processes, focus testing, and quantify impact. Leverage ERP data (Oracle/SAP) to enhance audit effectiveness.
• Travel: Occasional travel required to locations including Malaysia, Turkey, Poland, Morocco, and Australia. Travel typically ranges from 5 to 11 days per trip, shared among team members.
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviours in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.
What you’ll bring
Must-haves:
• Proven experience leading end-to-end internal audits with ownership and solution orientation.
• Professional accounting or audit qualification (e.g., CIA, CISA, CCAB, CIMA, ACCA) or progress towards one.
• Excellent analytical skills with hands-on experience in Excel, Power BI, and ERP data analysis.
• Exceptional communication skills with confidence to influence senior stakeholders independently and objectively.
Nice-to-haves:
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial sectors.
• Background in consulting or Big 4 audit firms
• Familiarity with auditing non-financial areas such as inventory, ethics, compliance, and ESG KPIs.
• Experience leading and developing audit teams in a high-performing, technology-enabled environment.
Why join Weir?
We live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes.
We’re passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world-class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies.
We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.
Benefits
• Competitive pay
• Career development and learning support
• Access to global inclusion networks
• Regional and team-specific benefits
• Sharebuilder scheme
• Wellness support for you and your family
• Collaboration with global teams
• Study support