Overview

Are you ready to steer high-impact advisory assurance projects for a forward-thinking organization? Adler & Allan Ltd is looking for an Associate Director of Assurance to join our growing team. This is a fully remote opportunity open to talented professionals worldwide. You will play a pivotal role in shaping our assurance strategies, guiding technical teams, and working directly with senior leadership to ensure top-tier governance and regulatory compliance across major initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain and enhance the Aqua approach to delivering assurance commissions, aligning everything with best practice standards and supporting technical teams during audits.
Evaluate the effectiveness of governance frameworks, including investment boards and AMP cycle governance.
Build lasting relationships with Asset Planning, Engineering, Operations, Finance, Regulation, and Capital Delivery teams.
Present clear findings to senior leadership, the Audit & Risk Committee, and external regulators while turning technical data into actionable recommendations.
Provide independent assurance on regulatory submissions for bodies like Ofwat, the Environment Agency, and the Drinking Water Inspectorate.
Deliver comprehensive assurance over the end-to-end asset lifecycle, testing compliance with ISO 55001 and internal asset management policies alongside capital programme oversight.

Requirements

Extensive background in assurance, risk management, and governance within relevant regulated industries.
Proven ability to engage and influence C-suite stakeholders, board members, and external regulators.
Deep understanding of asset management frameworks such as ISO 55001 and capital programme delivery.
Strong analytical mindset with the capability to translate complex technical data into straightforward strategic insights.
Exceptional leadership skills with a track record of supporting and guiding multidisciplinary technical teams.

What You'll Gain

The freedom and flexibility of a fully remote work environment with a globally distributed team.
Opportunities to directly influence major strategic decisions and regulatory submissions for tier-one clients.
A collaborative culture that values professional growth, continuous learning, and innovative thinking.
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits tailored to your region.