Location
London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham

Hours
Full Time - 36 hours per week

Salary
£42,060 per annum

About the Role
Help strengthen services across Hillingdon by joining our high-performing Internal Audit team. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver a diverse programme of risk-based and advisory audits across one of London's largest local authorities, providing independent assurance and practical recommendations that support continuous improvement.
Working closely with senior managers, Corporate Directors and elected Members, you will help ensure the Council maintains effective governance, risk management and internal controls while identifying opportunities to improve service delivery.
As a Senior Internal Auditor, you will manage your own portfolio of audits from planning through to reporting, delivering high-quality reviews that provide valuable insight and assurance across a wide range of Council services.
You will:
- Deliver risk-based and advisory audits across diverse Council services
- Plan, scope and manage audit assignments from inception through to final reporting
- Produce clear, evidence-based audit reports with practical and proportionate recommendations
- Support and mentor junior members of the Internal Audit team
- Use data analytics to strengthen audit testing and identify trends and risks
- Contribute to the development of the Internal Audit Plan and wider service improvements
- Build effective working relationships with managers and stakeholders across the organisation
- Promote good governance, effective risk management and strong internal controls

Why Join Us?
At Hillingdon, we are proud of our commitment to Putting Our Residents First. As London's second largest borough, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality, efficient and accountable public services. Our Internal Audit team plays a vital role in supporting the Council to manage risk, strengthen governance and continually improve service delivery.
If you are looking for a rewarding role where your expertise will help shape better services for residents, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits
We value our employees and offer a wide range of benefits to enhance work-life balance, financial wellbeing, health and professional development including:
- Flexible working hours
- 36 hour workweek for full-time staff
- Generous holiday entitlement increasing with length of service
- Discounts at council-owned leisure centres and swimming pools
- Salary sacrifice schemes for cycle purchase, electric vehicle leasing and additional pension contributions
- Cycle to Work scheme with bicycle parking, lockers and showers
- Access to Local Government Pension Scheme and Credit Union membership
- Perkbox benefits offering a variety of offers and discounts
- Mental health support and counselling services with trained mental health first aiders
- Travel support including season ticket loans and free car parking
- Trade union membership options supported by the Council

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
The London Borough of Hillingdon is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We welcome applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds and strive to ensure our recruitment process is free from discrimination and bias. Reasonable adjustments are provided for applicants with disabilities. Join us in building a workplace where everyone feels respected, able to give their best and be themselves while contributing meaningfully to our organisation's success.

Recruitment Information
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the essential criteria and wish to be considered under this scheme.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Some posts require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and pre-employment screening including:
- Basic DBS check
- Qualifications check
- Two years of referencing
Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Hillingdon Council. Current employees in the redeployment pool must meet essential criteria to be prioritised.
Due to high application volumes, the role may close early; early application is recommended.

Experience
Proven experience in internal audit, preferably within the public sector or a large, complex organisation.
Strong understanding of audit methodology, internal controls and risk-based auditing.
Ability to manage multiple audit assignments and work independently.
Experience using data analytics to support audit work.

About You
Analytical, organised and committed to delivering high-quality audit work.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present findings clearly and constructively.
Proactive approach with a commitment to continuous improvement.
Ability to build effective working relationships with managers and stakeholders.

Qualifications
Professional qualifications such as CMIIA, CIA, ACA, ACCA (or equivalent) are highly desirable.
Knowledge of the Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS) is advantageous.