Lead Auditor x 2

Wakefield Council ,
Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Overview

Job Description

We are looking for people with strong communication and analytical skills who have a sound understanding of the Public Sector Internal Audit Standards. You will help the team to achieve its mission of 'enhancing and protecting organisational value by providing risk-based and objective assurance, advice and insight' by providing value added services to the Council and our external clients. You will be able to: Build effective relationships with a broad range of clients and stakeholders; Help set a risk-based plan through the maintenance of assurance maps, attendance at benchmarking groups, client meetings and on-going professional development; Deliver individual audit assignments to time, quality and budget, including complex and challenging audits; and, Lead on a specialised area of the audit plan, and help in the development of staff. We have a strong commitment to equality and diversity and offer an excellent range of employee benefits. This includes a competitive salary, generous leave entitlement, access to an occupational pension scheme. There are also a range of employee benefits including flexible working and discounts in relation to healthcare, public transport costs and gym membership. This vacancy is open ended. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once sufficient suitable applications have been received. It is advisable to apply early to avoid disappointment as applications will be assessed on a regular basis For an informal discussion please contact either: Jason Brook, Service Manager for Internal Audit and Risk on 01924 306054; or, Julie Cousins, Principal Audit Manager on 01924 305667. Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and vulnerable adults are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and vulnerable adults whilst promoting their welfare. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility. To view the details relating to this position please click the link below: ...[more details]