Senior Auditor - Governance & Risk Assurance (Remote)

Buckinghamshire Council; Aylesbury; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Professional development

Job summary

Buckinghamshire Council is seeking an experienced Senior Auditor to join the Internal Audit service within the Business Assurance function. You will lead complex, risk-based audits across the Council and external clients, providing independent assurance on governance, risk management and internal controls.

The role involves developing practical recommendations, guiding junior staff and contributing to the annual audit plan.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in internal and external audit, risk management, governance or related assurance environment.
• Knowledge of audit methodologies, internal controls and governance frameworks.
• Ability to assess complex risks and provide independent judgments.
• Excellent report-writing and communication skills with stakeholder influence.
• A professional qualification with IIA/CCAB or part qualification, plus CPD commitment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver complex risk-based audits across the Council and external clients.
• Assess risks and develop practical recommendations to improve governance and control.
• Develop and maintain annual audit plan, contribute to service improvement.
• Guide and support junior team members and share audit insights.
• Maintain timely, accurate audit reporting and stakeholder communications.
• Monitor regulatory developments and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Internal audit

Risk management

Governance

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Audit methodologies

Microsoft Office

Professional qualification

Education

Professional qualification (IIA/CCAB)

Tools

Audit software

Job description

Buckinghamshire Council is seeking an experienced Senior Auditor to join the Internal Audit service within the Business Assurance function. You will lead complex, risk-based audits across the Council and external clients, providing independent assurance on governance, risk management and internal controls.

The role involves developing practical recommendations, guiding junior staff and contributing to the annual audit plan.