Internal Audit Manager

The Port of Tyne, located on the River Tyne in North East England, is one of the UK’s most innovative and efficient deep-sea ports. It handles cargo across five continents and offers end to end logistics solutions across sectors including automotive, bulk, containers, cruise, ferry, and offshore energy. The Port spans 250 hectares and benefits from excellent connectivity via sea, road, and rail, making it a strategic hub for national and international trade.

Guided by its Tyne 2050 strategy, the Port is committed to becoming a cleaner, smarter, and more sustainable maritime gateway. Recent developments include the Tyne Clean Energy Park, a £150 million green terminal supporting offshore wind and clean energy projects, and the UK’s first private 5G network to enhance operational efficiency.

Nigel Wright are delighted to be partnering with The Port of Tyne in their search for an Internal Audit Manager.

The Role

The Internal Audit Manager will deliver an effective and efficient internal audit service, providing independent assurance to the Audit Committee and senior management on the adequacy of controls across the Port of Tyne’s systems and activities. This role ensures compliance through risk-based audits in line with professional standards.

Key areas of responsibility will include the following:

Develop and deliver a group-wide internal audit plan in accordance with Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards.

Manage internal audit assignments and ad hoc reviews, providing value-adding recommendations to improve controls and processes.

Prepare and present timely audit reports to executive management, the Audit Committee, and the Board.

Oversee and coordinate third-party internal audit services where required.

Build strong relationships with management and collaborate with other control functions (e.g., Health & Safety, Environment, Compliance, external audit).

Monitor and report on internal control deficiencies, recommending improvements for efficiency and effectiveness.

Undertake ad hoc projects for the Audit Committee, CEO, or CFO and stay updated on best practices and developments impacting Port activities.

About you

Essential Experience

Internal audit experience is essential.

Risk advisory experience would be desirable

The ability to plan and execute an audit with minimal supervision with inherent flexibility to adapt process as required.

Strong people and relationship building skills and excellent communication skills.

We are seeking a candidate who is:

Professionally qualified (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent)

Personable and pragmatic, with the ability to build trust and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

A self-starter, confident working independently within a supportive organisational culture.

Flexible and inquisitive, able to switch between diverse audit areas including finance, IT, operations, and health & safety.

Strong in soft skills and relationship-building.

Why Join The Port of Tyne?

Autonomy and Variety: A broad and varied audit role in a tangible, purpose-driven organisation.

Career Progression: Opportunities to grow into wider finance or operational roles if desired.

Supportive Culture: A positive working environment with strong retention across the finance team and a constructive Audit Committee.

Strategic Impact: Direct access to senior leadership and the opportunity to influence key decisions and improvements.

Excellent Benefits: Access to an enhanced pension scheme, generous holiday allowance and flexible/hybrid working arrangements.