Director Analyst, Audit Planning, Risk Coverage – IT Audit

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom, +1 more country.

📋 Description

• Develop innovative, insightful, and essential content for senior leaders engaged in data analytics within Audit functions.

• Create new insights and actionable strategies tailored to client requirements.

• Assess client barriers and needs to advance strategic initiatives.

• Establish insight positions among a team of analysts.

• Provide independent insights to Gartner leaders to enhance research agendas.

• Conduct research, analysis, and predictions on market trends and shifts.

• Deliver actionable recommendations to clients and prospects through both virtual and in-person interactions.

• Design and present materials for Gartner events, conferences, and client briefings.

• Support BTI and Sales by acting as the market voice and fostering client engagement.

• Execute timely, high-quality content peer reviews.

• Build credibility as an industry expert, representing Gartner’s insights, methodologies, and strategies.

• Engage in innovation, ideation, and research discussions.

• Identify opportunities for research process improvements and develop new methodologies.

• Mentor and guide junior team members.

• Encourage regular client engagement with Gartner insights and interactions.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; a graduate degree is preferred.

• 10+ years of relevant experience in internal audit or the industry.

• Capacity to evaluate and develop audit coverage strategies for complex technology-related risks, including cybersecurity, IT governance, and AI.

• Proven experience in leading, conducting, or overseeing IT audits related to cybersecurity, IT governance, technology operations, systems, data, or other technology-related risks.

• Relevant experience and deep understanding of the internal audit leader or Chief Audit Executive role.

• Familiarity with or working knowledge of audit management software tools.

• Experience in leading and developing innovative internal risk assessment and audit planning processes, particularly through technology.

• Proven ability to work across risk and control groups to enhance coordination and risk coverage.

• Experience in formulating audit coverage strategies for new and emerging risks.

• Executive presence with the ability to establish credibility with executives and stakeholders.

• Strong organizational skills, capable of working under tight deadlines while producing high-quality deliverables.

• Exceptional research and writing skills.

• Proficient in written and verbal communication, analytical abilities, and presentation skills.

• Ability to analyze and synthesize data, apply patterns and frameworks, and defend conclusions.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly explain complex concepts.

• Subject matter expertise and comfort presenting at both large and small-scale speaking engagements.

• Strong business acumen and financial insight.

• Extensive knowledge of the global and competitive landscape relevant to the subject area.

• Capacity to work independently and collaborate across multicultural global teams.

• Learning agility and ability to navigate complex, matrixed environments.

• Ability to represent Gartner's research methodologies and strategies effectively at all organizational levels.

• Willingness and ability to travel up to 25%, when applicable.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Highly competitive salary.

• Exceptional rewards for top performers.

• Hybrid work model offering flexibility to work virtually when productive and collaborate with colleagues in an engaging community.

• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.

• Inclusive and collaborative global team environment.