Lead Internal Auditor – NHS, Remote & Flexible

NHS Jobs; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust is inviting applications for a Principal Auditor. The post leads internal audits across a portfolio of clients, ensuring timely delivery and quality.

You will work with AuditOne, supervise staff, and contribute to risk management and control improvements within the NHS framework. The role requires substantial experience in internal audits, a relevant degree, and professional CCAB/CMIIA or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Good standard of education to A level standard or equivalent.
• 3+ years internal audit experience, preferably in public sector.
• Degree; CCAB / CMIIA or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in risk management, governance, finance/business systems and project management.

Responsibilities

• Deliver audits and reviews within agreed timescales and budgets.
• Supervise and review the work of audit staff and ensure quality.
• Prepare reports for approval and client presentation.
• Evaluate controls to assess risk management and suggest improvements.
• Support service planning and development of Band 5 colleagues.

Skills

Internal Audit methods

NHS knowledge

Analytical skills

Decision making

Negotiation skills

Communication

Report writing

Time management

Presentation

Research skills

Education

A level or equivalent

CCAB / CMIIA or equivalent (partial)

Degree

Tools

IDEA

Data Analytics

Job description

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust is inviting applications for a Principal Auditor. The post leads internal audits across a portfolio of clients, ensuring timely delivery and quality.

You will work with AuditOne, supervise staff, and contribute to risk management and control improvements within the NHS framework. The role requires substantial experience in internal audits, a relevant degree, and professional CCAB/CMIIA or equivalent.