Auditor

Bath and North East Somerset Council; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Bristol seeks an Internal Auditor to improve processes and manage risks. Open to recent graduates or individuals changing careers, this role offers flexibility and career growth opportunities. Candidates will work both independently and collaboratively, with the potential for home working and travel to client sites in the South West.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Career development opportunities

Work-life balance support

Qualifications

• Recent graduates or professionals looking for a career change are encouraged to apply.
• Experience in internal audit or finance is an advantage but not mandatory.
• Willingness to collaborate and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Analyze systems and processes to offer insights and recommend improvements.
• Support the development of your career with opportunities for progression.

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Risk management

IT knowledge

Finance understanding

Job description

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At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve people’s lives.

• Have you thought about a career in Internal Audit?
• Are you naturally curious, able to spot potential risks, and think critically about how they can be managed?
• Are you able to analyse systems and processes, offer insights, and recommend improvements?
• Do you have skills or interests in areas like IT, Cyber Security, Finance, Fraud, Procurement, or Human Resources that you’d like to apply in a new way?
• Do you enjoy working both independently and collaboratively?

If this sounds like you - and you value a healthy work/life balance - then this could be the perfect opportunity to take the next step in your career.

Due to our expanding client base, we are looking for new team members to join us at One West as an Internal Auditor.

About You

While experience in internal audit, risk management, or finance is an advantage, we’re primarily looking for Individuals with the right mindset, personality and potential to thrive in the role. Whether you’re a recent graduate, a professional looking to make a career change, or you’re experienced in a different field, we would welcome your application.

You will be fully supported in developing your career with us, with opportunities for progression through our pay and grading structure.

We also offer flexible working arrangements, with a combination of the option to work from home as well as at our offices in Keynsham, Bath, and Weston-super-Mare. Travel to client sites across the South West may also be required from time to time.

* Please note that that there are two grades attached to this role and pay will reflect qualifications and experience.

If you are interested in this post and require more details or just to chat through the role and what’s involved, please contact Peter Cann, Head of Audit & Assurance, on [emailprotected] .

Interview date: 10/09/2025 - Interviews will be held in person, please state in your application if you require any reasonable adjustments.

No Agencies Please.

*Please note, BANES Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Council’s at-risk register (redeployee). This means should a redeployee express an interest in this role, providing they meet the essential criteria for the role they will be considered ahead of external applicants.

About Bath & North East Somerset Council.

Working at Bath & North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.

Why Bath & North East Somerset Council?

We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. Go to https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-benefits

At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve peoples live. Find out more about our values at https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-values

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Find out more on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at https://beta.bathnes.gov.uk/equality-and-diversity

We are a Disability Confident Employer find out more at https://shorturl.at/ajrsW

The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.