Internal Auditor

Internal Auditor

Location: Hampshire (Public Sector / Local Authority)

Contract: 3 months initial (with potential extension)

Start Date: ASAP

Rates: (Inside IR35)

PAYE: -267.36 per day

Umbrella: -350 per day

Working Arrangements:

Office attendance required on Day 1 in Winchester for induction and laptop issue.

Hybrid/flexible working arrangements may follow.

Enhanced Child & Adult DBS required.

Key Requirements (Mandatory)

MUST have Local Authority internal audit experience (applications without this will not be considered).

External auditors will not be considered.

Qualified Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) Level 4 or equivalent relevant qualification.

Enhanced understanding of risk-based auditing in the UK Public Sector.

Job Purpose

To take direct responsibility for delivering high-quality internal audit reviews across a diverse portfolio of public sector organisations. The role involves advising on the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, helping clients meet business objectives, and managing risks effectively.

Essential Requirements

Local Authority internal audit experience.

Proven ability to produce high-quality audit reports.

Experience in risk-based approaches to audit.

Skilled at assessing internal controls and devising testing strategies.

Supervisory skills including coaching, giving/receiving feedback.

Ability to manage audits to time and budget.

Confident with electronic systems, spreadsheets, and audit software.

Strong analytical ability to scrutinise complex datasets.

Demonstrated continuous professional development since qualification.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Professional presentation, customer care, and confidentiality awareness.

Flexible and prepared to work additional hours when required.

Main Responsibilities

Auditing

Lead the delivery of internal audit reviews across the South of England.

Apply a risk-based approach to design audit programmes and test control frameworks.

Form opinions on internal control adequacy and provide assurance to senior stakeholders.

Negotiate actions, agree timescales, and assign responsibilities for control improvements.

Undertake and supervise audit certification of grant claims in line with requirements.

Contribute to practice development by designing new audit approaches.

Team Working & Management

Plan and coordinate workloads to deliver audit plans within deadlines.

Supervise and coach junior staff, ensuring high-quality standards are met.

Planning & Reporting

Schedule, plan, and agree audit assignments with clients.

Produce clear documentation and evidence to support audit opinions.

Draft reports in line with professional and internal quality standards.

Communication

Engage with clients to ensure audit objectives are understood.

Deliver audit findings clearly, highlighting key risks and impacts.

Participation

Actively participate in team meetings, contributing ideas to enhance service delivery.

Corporate & Statutory Initiatives

Apply corporate and departmental policies and maintain awareness of statutory requirements.

Additional Information

The Internal Audit function supports a wide range of public sector bodies, including:

County, District, and Borough Councils

Offices of Police and Crime Commissioners

Police Constabularies/Forces

Fire Authorities