Internal Audit Manager
Company: Zepz
Role summary
Internal Audit Manager is a full-time role at Zepz in United Kingdom (hybrid). Posted 2026-10-12. Experience level: 5-10.
- Job title
- Internal Audit Manager
- Company
- Zepz
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Work arrangement
- hybrid
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Software Engineering
- Experience level
- 5-10
- Date posted
- 2026-10-12
This role offers a fantastic opportunity to lead and develop an internal audit function within a growing, mission-driven fintech company that's making a real impact on global communities. You'll have the chance to shape the audit strategy and contribute to the company's success.
Job description
Join Zepz: Breaking Down Borders, Together
Our Meaningful Mission
At Zepz, we're all about breaking down barriers for our customers and our teammates. Our purpose is deeply personal, we provide a lifeline and deliver opportunities to cross-border communities that need it most through cutting edge finance and tech. Zepz is the power behind WorldRemit and Sendwave , driven by the mission to celebrate the incredible impact migrants have, both at home and abroad. We're not just moving money; we're building a world that truly recognises and supports global connections.
Who You'll Be Joining We look for mission-driven builders who thrive in a fast-paced environment connected to a true purpose. We’re an always developing team of experts that enjoy problem solving and bring clarity to tough challenges. At Zepz, we are Relentless Learners , always seeking feedback, and Responsible Owners , treating company resources like your own. We depend on Transparent Communicators who keep the team aligned through open, honest talk.
Our Core Commitments — What We Live By
Our vibrant and truly diverse culture is built on three core commitments, that guide how we work and interact: Integrity: We always do the right thing. It’s simple, but it’s the foundation of everything we build for our customers and each other.
Outcomes: We work for our customers. Their success and prosperity are the results we focus on delivering.
Velocity: We are fast! We maintain high energy levels and make smart decisions quickly, keeping us nimble and ahead of the curve.
Perks of Joining Our Team We believe in empowering colleagues because we genuinely trust our team. Our culture is founded on this high trust, which naturally encourages the high ownership that drives us to meet our shared high expectations and deliver high performance. While we have all the tools to work remotely, we value the purpose and benefits of in-person connections so we expect our teams to come to the office on a regular basis, and therefore be within a comfortable commutable distance from our London office . Alongside a great office environment, think unlimited annual leave , great healthcare benefits, and employee discounts. We want you to thrive and focus entirely on making your biggest impact! In turn, we expect you to bring high ownership and commitment to your work. This is a place where we value trust and high performance, and we'll provide the environment and support needed for you to excel
About the Role
This is a hands-on role in a small, collaborative team providing independent assurance across our global fintech business. You will cover operational, regulatory, financial, and technology risks while gaining exposure to diverse products and jurisdictions.
You will lead and execute on audits from planning to reporting, partner with global stakeholders, and strengthen controls as Zepz scales. This is ideal for a curious professional eager to understand a global payments business end-to-end.
What You Bring to the Table
We’re looking for someone who brings:
7-10 years experience in internal/external audit, preferably within fintech, payments, or financial services.
Experience leading and executing on audit engagements from planning through to reporting.
Strong understanding of risk management, governance, and the regulatory frameworks of E-Money Institutions/Payment Institutions (PSD2, AML Regulations, FCA Handbook).
Ability to analyse data, challenge constructively, and form evidence-based conclusions.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for complex topics.
Proactive mindset, comfortable in fast-paced environments, and able to work independently.
What You Will Focus On
Deliver Risk-Based Audits
Lead and deliver internal audits from planning through to reporting and follow-up.
Assess the design and effectiveness of controls across operational, regulatory, financial and technology processes.
Identify risks, determine root causes and provide practical recommendations to strengthen controls and improve outcomes.
Provide Assurance Across a Global Regulatory Environment
Deliver assurance work across our regulated business and assess compliance with regulatory obligations across multiple jurisdictions.
Evaluate controls supporting areas such as Safeguarding, AML, Consumer Protection, Data Privacy, and Regulatory Reporting.
Develop understanding of evolving regulatory expectations and emerging risks affecting the global payments and remittance industry.
Partner with Stakeholders
Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders across the 1st and 2nd Lines of Defense.
Communicate audit observations clearly and support stakeholders in developing effective remediation plans.
Contribute to continuous improvement of the Internal Audit function and support audit planning and risk assessment activities.
Use Data and Technology
Use data analytics, automation and AI-enabled audit techniques to enhance audit coverage, support analysis and improve efficiency.
Leverage technology to identify insights, perform testing and strengthen assurance activities.
Maintain an awareness of emerging technologies and their impact on business risks and controls.
Nice to Have
Professional qualifications (ACA, CIA, CAMS, ICA, CISA) or Big 4 background.
Experience in payments, remittances, or e-money across multiple jurisdictions.
Data analytics skills (SQL, Python, Tableau or similar) and familiarity with Mode.
Interest in emerging tech like digital wallets, digital assets, and crypto markets.
AI Literacy & Tools
As Zepz continues to build AI into how we work, we expect everyone to engage with it as a core part of their role. For this position we are looking for:
A genuine curiosity about AI and how it can be applied in your area of work — from accelerating analysis and insight generation, to improving how we design and deliver processes and communications.
Practical experience us