Audit & Assurance Business Partner

Commonwealth War Graves Commission; Thatcham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A public service organization in the UK is seeking an Audit & Assurance Business Partner to strengthen governance and control practices. This role entails leading audits, advising senior stakeholders, and using data analytics to improve compliance and efficiency. The ideal candidate should hold a relevant professional qualification and possess strong analytical and communication skills. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days of annual leave and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Paid public holidays

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay

Flexible working arrangements

Generous Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle To Work & Electric Vehicle schemes

Shopping Discounts

Qualifications

• A relevant professional qualification (e.g., CMIIA, CertIRM, ACCA, ACA) or working towards one.
• Demonstrable experience in designing, developing, or implementing risk and assurance frameworks.
• Experience conducting strategic, financial, and operational risk reviews.

Responsibilities

• Lead risk-based audits across varied areas to ensure internal controls are effective.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders providing insights and recommendations.
• Support strategic initiatives and enhance control frameworks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Risk management

Project management

Education

Relevant professional qualification (CMIIA, CertIRM, ACCA, ACA)

Job description

Audit & Assurance Business Partner

Location: Maidenhead, with 2 days in the office, 3 from home

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £50,000 per annum

Hours: Full Time, 37 hours per week, Mon - Fri

What you’ll be doing

We’re looking for an Audit Business Partner to strengthen our governance, risk, and control practices. You’ll lead risk‑based audits across varied areas, ensuring internal controls are effective and processes comply with policies and regulations.

Acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, you’ll provide insights and recommendations to improve risk management, compliance, and operational efficiency. You’ll also support strategic initiatives, enhance control frameworks, and use data analytics to identify emerging risks.

This role offers a great opportunity to develop your career in internal auditing, with the amazing added benefit of global travel (expenses covered).

What you need to have

• A relevant professional qualification (e.g., CMIIA, CertIRM, ACCA, ACA) or working towards one.
• Demonstrable experience in designing, developing, or implementing risk and assurance frameworks.
• Experience conducting strategic, financial, and operational risk reviews.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make sound recommendations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Skilled at managing multiple priorities and delivering high‑quality outcomes.

Who we are

The Commonwealth War Graves Commission is an organisation dedicated to honouring and caring for the graves and memorials of servicemembers who died in the two World Wars. The work of the commission is not only out on the field, but in our head office too, which contributes to the meaningful commemoration of those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

What we offer

• 25 days annual leave, rising by 1 day per year of service up to a maximum of 30 days.
• Paid public holidays and paid office closure between Christmas and New Year, plus 1 privilege day, plus a half day on Maundy Thursday.
• Enhanced sickness, maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Generous Pension Scheme, with CWGC contributing up to 10%.
• Life Assurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle To Work & Electric Vehicle schemes.
• Shopping Discounts.

How to apply

Apply via our Career Portal by clicking the 'Apply Now' button.

As this is an active role, we will be interviewing as we go along, and the role will close when we have an offer accepted by a preferred candidate.

We believe creating a diverse environment enriches our organisation and strengthens our mission, therefore, we welcome applications from everybody. Join our inclusive environment where every individual is valued.