Independent Non-Executive Director (Audit Committee Chair)

Working with a leading insurance business with a key appointment to join the Board in the role of Non-Executive Director (Audit Committee Chair).

As Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Audit Committee, you will provide independent oversight of the Group's audit, assurance, and financial reporting framework. This includes responsibility for the effectiveness of internal audit, regulatory compliance, and the performance, independence, and appointment of external auditors, including approval of non-audit services where appropriate.

You will lead engagement with external auditors on key accounting judgements and reporting matters, ensure clear and effective reporting to the Board on audit outcomes, and oversee the integrity of internal controls, risk management, and assurance processes in support of high-quality financial reporting.

The role requires attendance at quarterly Audit Committee and Board meetings, equating to approximately eight days pa, plus preparation and review of papers. Meetings will be held in central London (close to Tower Hill tube - Circle/District lines).

You will be an experienced, qualified accountant with a proven board-level track record within the insurance sector, ideally with prior Audit Committee Chair or member experience.

Further details will be made available for all shortlisted candidates.

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