Group Head of Internal Audit

Group Head of Internal AuditCulham Science Centre, OX14 3DB, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, United KingdomEmployees work in a hybrid modeFull‑timeSalary: £86,758 + benefits including pension, bonus up to 7%, relocation allowance (subject to eligibility), flexible working options, EAP, generous annual leave, career development opportunities, inclusive culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive risk‑based audit plan.
• Set the strategy for Group Internal Audit stakeholder engagement.
• Lead the internal audit function, including scheduling, assigning work, and estimating resources.
• Mentor management on effective leadership and governance culture.
• Ensure coverage of assurance mapping of corporate risks and provide audit opinions on internal controls.
• Report findings to the Audit & Risk Assurance Committee, Group Director of QSHE, Risk and Assurance, and senior management.
• Work with Chairs of UKAEA and UKIFS Audit and Risk Assurance Committees on oversight.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification (CIA/ACCA/CMIIA) or equivalent Internal Audit certification.
• Experience in project management and risk management (desirable).
• Ability to challenge and influence senior management and board level.
• Advanced knowledge of audit principles, practices and procedures.
• Experience implementing assurance quality improvement programmes.
• Significant knowledge of management systems certified to ISO standards.
• Dynamic and inspirational leadership with strategic influence.
• Excellent Board report writing and technical skills.

Requirements

• Eligibility for SC Clearance (must have resided in the UK for the last 5 years).

For full benefits details and equality, diversity and inclusion commitments, please refer to UKAEA career pages.

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