Advanced Associate, Internal Audit, Controls, Compliance, Risk

Pearson VUE

Graduate position in Internal Audit at Pearson offering comprehensive experience across audits and risk management teams. Opportunity for permanent placement following a structured 3-year programme.

Posted 6/18/2026full-timeBelfast • 🇬🇧 United KingdomJuniorMid-Level💰 £28,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

What you’ll need

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)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full funding and support for professional examinations (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIA or equivalent) — we invest in your professional development from day one
A permanent role upon successful completion of the programme
A competitive salary of £28,000 per annum plus a competitive annual bonus scheme
Hybrid working model — a blend of office-based collaboration in our Belfast office (at least one day per week) and remote flexibility
Access to Pearson's wider benefits package, learning resources, and employee networks

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Hard Skills & Tools

data analyticsinternal controls evaluationrisk identificationaudit report preparationfinancial auditingoperational auditingcompliance auditingproblem-solvingattention to detailcorporate governance

Soft Skills

effective communicationanalytical skillsproactive mindsetcuriosityteam collaborationindependencepresentation skillscontinuous improvementstakeholder engagementinterpersonal skills