Strategic Audit and Assurance Business Partner

• Lead and deliver strategic audit and assurance assignments, presenting insightful findings and practical recommendations to senior leadership
• Influence and support strategic decision‑making across major projects, service areas and Council priorities
• Oversee key assurance frameworks, including the Council’s Assurance Map and Grant Assurance Programme
• Anticipate emerging risks and sector developments, using horizon scanning to advise services and shape strategic planning
• Build and manage strong partner and stakeholder relationships, including with external providers through our co‑sourcing arrangements
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the audit function, including quality assurance processes and compliance with Global Internal Audit Standards
• Deputise for the Head of Business Assurance at senior meetings, governance boards and Audit & Governance Committee sessions
• Lead, coach and develop others helping embed a collaborative, customer‑focused, “can‑do” culture across the service

• Significant experience in audit, assurance and risk (some experience of counter-fraud and insurance would be an advantage) within a large, complex organisation
• Deep understanding of audit practice, regulatory requirements, and relevant legislation, including the Local Government Act, Accounts and Audit Regulations and Internal Audit Standards
• Strong strategic insight, with the ability to anticipate change, identify emerging risks and shape effective responses
• Excellent communication, influencing and relationship‑building skills, with the credibility to engage senior leaders and Members
• Evidence of innovation, continuous improvement and the ability to lead change
• Leadership capability, with experience managing or developing others
• A relevant professional qualification (e.g., CCAB/MIIA) or equivalent experience
• A commitment to our organisational values: Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy
• A full driving licence is required

some experience of counter-fraud and insurance

• a fair and inclusive culture
• health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops
• a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group
• ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us
• opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events
• flexible and agile working arrangements
• discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops
• auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme
• membership to Costco
• discounted gym memberships
• travel discounts with Arriva