Strategic Audit & Assurance Lead | Governance & Risk

Capita; Warminster; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Flexible working

Job summary

Capita is seeking an Audit and Assurance Lead to drive internal audits, assurance reviews and governance improvements across the organisation. You will turn complex findings into actionable recommendations for senior leaders and regulators, strengthening the control environment.

This permanent hybrid role in Warminster requires eligibility for UK Security Clearance at BPSS level, with 2–3 days on site. You'll build relationships, oversee action tracking and deliver high-quality reports and

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of audit, assurance, risk management, and governance principles.
• Experience leading audits or assurance reviews in complex or regulated environments.
• Excellent analytical skills to interpret complex information and identify risks.
• Highly developed report-writing and communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly and confidently.
• Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple assurance activities concurrently.
• Ability to influence, challenge, and advise at all levels of the organisation.
• High levels of integrity, objectivity, and professional judgement.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders and governance bodies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver internal audits, assurance reviews and compliance assessments.
• Provide independent insight into the effectiveness of governance, controls and risk management arrangements.
• Identify risks, control weaknesses and opportunities for improvement across the organisation.
• Deliver clear, practical recommendations that support informed decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the tracking and implementation of actions arising from audit and assurance activity.
• Prepare high-quality reports, dashboards and assurance summaries for senior leaders and governance forums.
• Build trusted relationships with stakeholders, regulators and external assurance partners.
• Champion a culture of accountability, compliance and operational excellence.

Skills

Audit principles

Leading audits

Analytical skills

Report writing

Planning & organisation

Stakeholder influence

Integrity & judgement

Senior stakeholder experience

Job description

Capita is seeking an Audit and Assurance Lead to drive internal audits, assurance reviews and governance improvements across the organisation. You will turn complex findings into actionable recommendations for senior leaders and regulators, strengthening the control environment.

This permanent hybrid role in Warminster requires eligibility for UK Security Clearance at BPSS level, with 2–3 days on site. You'll build relationships, oversee action tracking and deliver high-quality reports and