Aspire - Sustainability In Internal Audit
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19 November 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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Online
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Seminar
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CPD Points 1.00
As sustainability rapidly becomes a defining risk and opportunity for organisations, internal auditors are increasingly expected to play a pivotal role on ESG-related matters but what does this mean in practice?
Organised by the Aspire Community
As sustainability rapidly becomes a defining risk and opportunity for organisations, internal auditors are increasingly expected to play a pivotal role in assessing, advising, and assuring on ESG-related matters. But what does this mean in practice?
This event is designed to equip internal auditors, especially those new to the profession, with a practical understanding of sustainability. We will explore how sustainability risks are evolving and what auditors need to know to stay ahead. Featuring a diverse panel of speakers from the public sector, financial services, manufacturing, and distribution, the session will offer real-world insights into how different industries are embedding sustainability into their audit plans, risk frameworks, and organisational culture.
Daisy Miles
Climate Risk and Sustainability Portfolio Lead
Daisy Miles has over 11 years experience in audit and risk management roles across financial services and the public sector (Research Councils). Her background is primarily operational and conduct risk, with a move to focus on climate and ESG risks in 2018. She joined LBG in late 2024 to further this experience and bring a blend of industry and academic perspectives to the Group.
David Patton
Head of Sustainability
David joined Macfarlane Group in 2023, leading its sustainability strategy and stakeholder engagement. He previously held roles at PwC, DFID (overseeing climate programmes across Africa and Asia), and Zero Waste Scotland, where he led change management initiatives. He chairs the Confederation of Paper Industries’ Regulatory Committee and is a trustee of the MPS Society.
Adele Westcott
Head of Internal Audit Meteorological Office