SOC Services – Junior

Job Purpose

Our SOC service line operates nationally in the UK and serves all strategic markets and organisations from the small to the large and complex.
We have a growing portfolio of clients for whom we perform SOC (system and organisational controls) reviews and we are looking to grow the team to focus on this service offering, whilst supporting our other IT assurance work. Would you like to be part of a growing service line? Do you have a passion for risks and controls, and specifically SOC work? If so, we would love to hear from you.

The job role comprises the following;

• Responsibility for executing day to day third-party assurance work and reviews on behalf of a number of clients in the UK / globally
• Delivering work to the highest technical standards including ensuring the work is conducted in line with Forvis Mazars Quality standards
• Building and developing strong working relationships with the client, ensuring any problems or requests are dealt with promptly and escalated where required
• Supporting the Senior Manager / Manager / Assistant Manager to manage specific streams of work and staff in the work stream
• Testing design and operating effectiveness of controls
• Day-to-day client liaison
• supporting clients through “readiness” assessments for such services

The ideal candidate would have a combination of the following;

• One to two years’ experience in delivering and / or managing third-party assurance engagements
• A good understanding of the SOC framework and standards, including ISAE 3402; ISAE 3000; AAF 01/20; SOC 1 and SOC 2
• Proven track record of working on multiple engagements, ensuring the delivery of high-quality work within the deadline and to budget
• Experience in the following:

• The ability to effectively work with colleagues to ensure that you deliver high-quality work and remain motivated
• Effective communication skills, verbal and written, including, report writing is essential
• Strong academic background with a degree at a minimum
• Actively seeks to enhance expertise and knowledge

About Forvis Mazars
Forvis Mazars is a leading international professional services firm delivering exceptional quality in audit, accounting, tax, financial advisory, outsourcing, and consulting.

We are one diverse, multicultural, multi-generational team with a huge sense of connection and belonging. This is a place where you can take ownership of your career, get involved, believe in yourself, and put your ideas into action.
At Forvis Mazars, we celebrate individuality and thrive on teamwork. We give people the freedom to make a personal contribution to our shared purpose. We support one another to deliver quality, create change, and make an impact so that everyone can reach their full potential.

Being inclusive is core to our culture at Forvis Mazars; we want to ensure everyone, whether in the recruitment process or beyond is fully supported to be their unique self.

We aim to make the recruitment process as accessible and inclusive as possible – please contact us to discuss any changes you may require so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.

At Forvis Mazars, we embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered. We provide equal opportunities for growth and advancement, regardless of background, identity, or experience. Join a global team where your unique perspective helps shape a more equitable and innovative future.”