Wayne Comley
Senior Internal Audit & Risk Manager @Central Co-op
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Internal Audit & Risk Manager @Central Co-op
Lichfield, GB
Internal AuditLead and develop the Internal Audit function, ensuring it is effectively resourced and delivers high-quality assurance to senior management and Audit Committees.Manage comprehensive audit plans for Central Co-op and its FCA-regulated subsidiary, Funeral Plans Ltd (FPL), aligning assurance activities with organisational priorities.Provide strategic reporting and insights to two Audit & Risk Committees, presenting key findings quarterly to support informed decision-making.Designed and implemented operational methodologies in line with IIA standards to enhance audit effectiveness.Risk ManagementDesigned and successfully implemented a new risk management framework, followed by the recruitment and leadership of a dedicated Risk & Insurance Manager.Oversee development and maintenance of strategic and functional risk registers, including control testing, risk identification, and enhancement of Key Risk Indicators (KRIs).InsuranceLead the insurance function, ensuring comprehensive and appropriate coverage for Central Co-op.Collaborate with external brokers to secure optimal outcomes and mitigate insurance-related risks.Business Continuity Management (BCM)Designed and implemented a robust BCM framework to enhance resilience against disruptions, including cyber-related incidents.Organised simulation exercises for the Board and senior leaders to test and refine the framework’s effectiveness.Data ProtectionSourced and onboarded an external Data Protection Officer, enabling access to flexible expertise.Chair the Information Governance Committee, driving strategic oversight and compliance with data governance standards.
EDUCATION
University of Staffordshire
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
ABOUT WAYNE COMLEY
I am a highly skilled CMIIA qualified Internal Audit and Risk Management leader and part of the Senior Leadership Team for a £1bn turnover retail and funeral provider organisation. I have more than 20 years’ experience extending to large complex multinational firms across the private and not-for-profit sectors. Experience includes establishing, transforming and leading Internal Audit, Risk Management and Insurance departments. I am committed to excellence, delivering impactful, value-adding services that shape organisational success. I am a trusted advisor to senior leadership, with extensive experience contributing to Executive Committees and influencing key decisions.
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