Senior Internal Auditor

Company: Public Sector Recruitment
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Location: Greater London
Job Description:

Senior Internal Auditor (PO2) – Contract Opportunity

Are you an experienced Internal Auditor ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role within a highly regarded public sector team? This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex, high-profile audits while making a real organisational impact.

The Role

Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager, you will lead on a diverse portfolio of audits across multiple service areas. You’ll also supervise junior audit staff and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, including senior managers, partner organisations, and external auditors.

This role offers the chance to influence change, improve governance, and support key strategic objectives across a large and dynamic organisation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver a portfolio of complex audits across a range of service areas
  • Lead and supervise internal audit staff
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders
  • Provide clear, insightful audit reports and recommendations
  • Support organisational change and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Ensure compliance with internal audit standards and best practice

About You

  • Proven experience delivering audits in a client-facing environment
  • Experience managing or supervising staff (preferred but not essential)
  • Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
  • Solid understanding of internal audit standards and principles
  • Excellent communication, report writing, and analytical skills
  • Confident using technology to support audit delivery and innovation

Qualifications

You may already hold or be working towards a recognised qualification such as:

  • CCAB accountancy qualification
  • CMIIA, CIA, QIAL or equivalent

Additional Information

  • Contract length: up to 6 months
  • Working pattern: Full-time (35 hours per week)
  • Hybrid working model (minimum 2 days on-site)
  • IR35 status: Inside IR35

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected audit function, gain exposure to high-impact work, and further develop your leadership and technical expertise in a supportive environment.

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Posted: March 19th, 2026