Audit Manager (Interim)

Audit Manager (Interim)Location: Barking, East London (2 days per week onsite) Contract: Interim Assignment (Up to 9 months)Rate: 450 - 550 per day (negotiable for right experience) Working Pattern: 4 or 5 days per week (flexible) Start Date: August 2026 Lead Internal Audit for a Forward-Thinking London BoroughWe are seeking an experienced Audit Manager to lead a high-performing Internal Audit function within a large London local authority. This is a critical interim leadership role, responsible for delivering the Council''s Internal Audit Plan, strengthening governance and risk management arrangements, and providing assurance across a diverse range of services.Reporting to the Head of Assurance, you will play a key role in supporting effective corporate governance, internal control and risk management across the organisation. The RoleYou will:Lead and manage the Council''s Internal Audit Service.Manage a team of 2 Principal Auditors and 2 Auditors, providing strong leadership, coaching and development.Oversee external audit partners delivering approximately 10 outsourced audits.Deliver the 2026/27 Internal Audit Plan efficiently and on schedule.Undertake and oversee complex, strategic and high-profile audit reviews.Advise senior managers and elected members on governance, risk and internal control matters.Quality review audit reports and present findings to senior stakeholders and committees.Support the review and implementation of the Global Internal Audit ..... full job details .....