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Job summary
Cannock Chase Council is seeking two Senior Auditors to join our Internal Audit team. You will lead risk-based audits across Council services, plan fieldwork, draft reports and provide practical governance and control recommendations.
You will support junior colleagues, stay current with legislation and professional standards, and operate in a hybrid role with one day remote work. This permanent role offers a chance to influence improvements and strengthen governance across Cannock Chase
Qualifications
- Two Senior Auditors to join the Internal Audit team.
- You will deliver risk-based audits and improve governance across Councils.
- You will plan and conduct fieldwork, draft reports and provide practical recommendations.
Responsibilities
- Deliver a varied programme of risk-based audits across Council services
- Plan audit work, prepare audit briefs and focus testing on key risks
- Write clear reports that help managers improve controls and services
- Build positive relationships and give practical advice on audit, governance and control matters
- Support and guide junior audit colleagues
- Keep up to date with legislation, Council policy and professional audit standards
Skills
Job description
Contract Type: Permanent
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Working for Cannock Chase District and Stafford Borough Councils gives you the opportunity to
make a real difference while enjoying excellent terms and benefits, including:
- Flexitime scheme to support work–life balance
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- 26 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years continuous service
- Discounted Council Leisure Centre Membership
- Casual Car User Allowance
- Payment of one professional fee per year
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About the role
Following the promotion of a previous postholder and a vacancy, we have an exciting opportunity for two motivated and professionally curious Senior Auditors to join our respected Internal Audit team. This is a varied and influential role where your work will help provide assurance, improve controls and support good governance across both Cannock Chase District Council and Stafford Borough Council.
Working with the Chief Internal Auditor & Risk Manager and under the day-to-day supervision of the Deputy Chief Internal Auditor, you will take responsibility for a range of risk-based audit assignments, from planning and fieldwork, through to reporting and follow-up. You will play a key part in delivering the Internal Audit Plan and helping services identify practical improvements that make a real difference.
In this role, you will:
- Deliver a varied programme of risk-based audits across Council services
- Plan audit work, prepare audit briefs and focus testing on key risks
- Write clear reports that help managers improve controls and services
- Build positive relationships and give practical advice on audit, governance and control matters
- Support and guide junior audit colleagues
- Keep up to date with legislation, Council policy and professional audit standards
The successful candidates will be required to undergo a Baseline Personnel Security Standard Check once appointed, which includes a Basic DBS Disclosure and enhanced identity checks.
Further details are available in the supporting documentation.
Why apply? This is a great opportunity to take on a visible and rewarding role within a supportive team, broaden your audit experience across a wide range of Council services and contribute directly to effective governance, risk management and service improvement.
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Company: Cannock Chase Council Salary: £37,280 - £40,777 Hours: Full-time Location: Cannock, WS11 1BG Working pattern: Hybrid - 1 day remote Job type: Permanent Posting date: 31 Jul 2026 Closing date: 30 Aug 2026
Role Numbers: RF542 & RF543
Grade H: £37,280 – £40,777 per annum (pay award pending)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 37 per week
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- Flexitime scheme to support work–life balance
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- 26 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years continuous service
- Discounted Council Leisure Centre Membership
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Free Car Parking
- Casual Car User Allowance
- Payment of one professional fee per year
________________________________________
About the role
Following the promotion of a previous postholder and a vacancy, we have an exciting opportunity for two motivated and professionally curious Senior Auditors to join our respected Internal Audit team. This is a varied and influential role where your work will help provide assurance, improve controls and support good governance across both Cannock Chase District Council and Stafford Borough Council.
Working with the Chief Internal Auditor & Risk Manager and under the day-to-day supervision of the Deputy Chief Internal Auditor, you will take responsibility for a range of risk-based audit assignments, from planning and fieldwork, through to reporting and follow-up. You will play a key part in delivering the Internal Audit Plan and helping services identify practical improvements that make a real difference.
In this role, you will:
- Deliver a varied programme of risk-based audits across Council services
- Plan audit work, prepare audit briefs and focus testing on key risks
- Write clear reports that help managers improve controls and services
- Build positive relationships and give practical advice on audit, governance and control matters
- Support and guide junior audit colleagues
- Keep up to date with legislation, Council policy and professional audit standards
The successful candidates will be required to undergo a Baseline Personnel Security Standard Check once appointed, which includes a Basic DBS Disclosure and enhanced identity checks.
Further details are available in the supporting documentation.
Why apply? This is a great opportunity to take on a visible and rewarding role within a supportive team, broaden your audit experience across a wide range of Council services and contribute directly to effective governance, risk management and service improvement.
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Closing date: Sunday 6th September 2026
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