Internal Audit and Risk Manager

SouthOxfordshireAndVale; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils, trading as South & Vale, are seeking an Internal Audit and Risk Manager to lead internal audit, risk management and insurance functions. You will provide independent assurance, strengthen governance and support risk-informed decision making across the Council.

The role requires professional qualifications in internal audit, risk management, accountancy or related discipline, or significant demonstrable experience, with knowledge of

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in Internal Audit, Risk Management, Accountancy or related discipline or significant demonstrable experience.
• Knowledge of governance, risk management and internal control principles.
• Experience in public sector governance and assurance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of the Internal Audit service in accordance with GIAS and relevant public sector guidance.
• Develop and implement a risk-based annual Internal Audit Plan.
• Provide professional assurance and advisory services to management on governance, risk and control matters.
• Provide leadership to the Risk and Insurance Team Leader in delivering the corporate risk management framework and insurance policies and budgets.
• Support the councils' governance framework and provide advice on internal control arrangements and governance issues.

Skills

Internal Audit leadership

Governance principles

Risk management

Education

Professional qualification in Internal Audit or related discipline

Job description

About The Role

Why join us

We believe in putting our people first – we work hard every day to make sure everyone can achieve a healthy and enjoyable work-life-balance. That is why we have a very flexible hours system.

We are seen as being customer focused, approachable and business-like. We are honest and open and are renowned for providing high quality cost-effective service.

About the role

As Internal Audit and Risk Manager, you will lead the councils' Internal Audit, Risk Management and Insurance functions, providing independent assurance, strengthening governance, and supporting the delivery of high-quality services through effective risk-informed decision making.

Essential criteria for the role

Do you have a professional qualification in Internal Audit,Risk Management, Accountancy or a related discipline (e.g. CMIIA, CIA, ACCA, CIPFA, CIMA, IRM Certificate/Diploma) or significant demonstrable experience? Do you have knowledge of governance, risk management and internal control principles?

Key responsibilities for the role

• Lead the delivery of the Internal Audit service in accordance with the Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS) and relevant public sector guidance.
• Develop and implement a risk-based annual Internal Audit Plan.
  
• Provide professional assurance and advisory services to management on governance, risk and control matters.
  
• Provide leadership, support and guidance to the Risk and Insurance Team Leader in delivering the corporate risk management framework and managing the councils' insurance policies and budgets.
• Support the councils' governance framework and provide advice on internal control arrangements and governance issues.

A full list of the duties this role provides, as well as the benefits we offer, can be found within the job description.

Please note that we do not hold a sponsor licence and are unable to support visa applications. To be considered for this role, you must already have the legal right to work in the UK. If you are unsure about your eligibility, please refer to the UK Government’s guidance before applying.