Our client, a leading global accounting firm is seeking an Audit Quality Director to be based in London (remote working possible)The team sits within the audit practice dedicated to providing practical support to help audit teams consistently deliver high quality audits. The individual will help teams deliver high quality audits by performing targeted reviews on our public interest entities (PIEs), providing coaching and support to address areas identified for improvement.ResponsibilitiesPerform 'live' reviews of audits at every stage from planning through to completion and reporting, identifying ways to improve audit qualityProactively discuss audit quality matters with teams and help develop strategies to deliver high audit quality auditsChallenge the execution of audit procedures and documentation of audit work performedSupport and coach teams to implement identified improvements in audit qualityContribute to the development of training and guidance on performing high quality auditsProvide clear and practical solutions to ad hoc audit quality queriesRequirementsEssential skills:Excellent practical and technical auditing experience particularly on more complex audits Good working knowledge of IFRS Ability and willingness to assertively challenge and influence more senior individuals and peersAbility to think innovatively and creatively to identify ways to improve audit qualityStrong written and oral communication skillsDesirable skills:Experience of performing audit quality reviews (pre or post audit opinion)Personal qualities:An ability and desire to work with a client base across a broad range of sectorsGood interpersonal skills, with the ability to create productive relationships across the firm and network and to influence other senior professionalsHighly motivated and passionate about audit quality with a desire to seek new ways to drive improvementsA willingness to work flexibly both as part of a close-knit team and as a self-directed individual