Freelance External Quality Assurer (EQA) - Accountancy and Finance

We are looking for a Freelance External Quality Assurer (EQA) - Accountancy and Finance

As an EQA, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing the quality and integrity of our centre approval and monitoring processes. Your main

responsibilities will involve conducting external quality assurance activities, ensuring that our centres comply with our standards, and that the qualifications awarded reflect a reliable level of learner achievement. This is a remote role with a requirement to remotely conduct centre audits and occasionally visit centres where required. The successful candidate will report to the Qualifications Manager and the Operations Manager and will work closely with internal stakeholders and our network of centres to ensure the highest standards are met.

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About You

• Qualifications and Experience

  -Have a recognised qualification in accountancy and finance

  -Have, or are working towards, a formal assessor and/or quality assurance qualification

  -Substantial experience within the accountancy and finance sector, including a track record of delivering or assessing qualifications.

  -Previous experience as an External Quality Assurer or similar role, with a clear understanding of regulatory requirements.

  
  

• Skills and Attributes

  -Exceptional attention to detail and an analytical approach to problem-solving.

  -Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders.

  -Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the capacity to work autonomously and manage deadlines.

  -A commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with sector developments.

  -Proficiency in IT systems and software, including virtual communication tools and assessment platforms.

What we do

Kaplan Professional is a leading provider of apprenticeships, accountancy / tax / finance & banking courses, and professional assessments. For almost 80 years, we've helped shape the development and careers of finance professionals.

We are part of the Kaplan group, one of the world’s largest and most diverse education and assessment providers. We operate in over 30 countries and maintain relationships and partnerships with more than 1,000 school districts, colleges and universities, professional bodies and over 10,000 businesses. Our vast breadth and scope in terms of both capabilities and assets sets us apart.

What we believe in

Kaplan is a global organisation whose mission is rooted in providing equal access to education and opportunities for advancement to people of all backgrounds. We believe diversity, equity and inclusion - of culture, experiences, perspectives - are paramount to creating success and opportunity in an ever-changing world. As an educator, partner and employer, Kaplan is committed to promoting an equitable world in which diverse talent can develop, advance and thrive.

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Our values

We live, breathe and celebrate our values - they drive what we believe in, how we behave and guide us in creating a culture of success.

• Act with integrity

• Empower and support

• Create opportunity

• Grow knowledge

• Drive results together

  
  

How to apply

To apply for this role please submit a CV along with a Cover Letter detailing how you meet the requirements of the role no later than 2nd May 2024. Note, we recommend that you apply at the earliest as we reserve the right to close the role before the closing date if we have gathered a suitable shortlist.

Additional Application Information

Recruitment checks are undertaken in accordance with our background checking policy. Successful applicants will be required to undertake a Basic Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Our Suitability of Ex-offenders Policy is available on the careers page of our website www.kaplan.co.uk.

A sponsorship licence is a legal requirement for employers seeking to hire individuals from outside the UK or those who require a work visa to work in the country. Unfortunately, Kaplan Professional Awards does not possess this licence at this time.

Application Support   

If you require support completing your application or wish to talk to someone about the role before applying please email the Recruitment Team recruit.request@kaplan.com.

Reasonable Adjustments  

We believe equality, diversity, and inclusion - of culture, experiences, and perspectives - are paramount to creating success and opportunity in an ever-changing world. As an educator, partner, and employer, we are committed to promoting a world in which diverse talent can equally develop, advance and thrive. This includes making sure people with disabilities are given the opportunity to bring their best. Following the submission of an application, applicants will be given information on how to request reasonable adjustments if selected for interview.