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Location

Perth, Perth & Kinross | United Kingdom

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Job description

Job Description

Senior Internal Auditor, Perth PKC11153 £42,683 - £45,536 2 High Street, Perth PH1 5PH The Council is looking for Senior Internal Auditor to join the team within Legal & Governance Services. You will support the Chief Internal Auditor to provide an independent and objective view on how the Council is achieving it's objectives and also provide consultancy services, as required, for the Council and for the Health & Social Care Partnership. Your work will be undertaken in line with Public Sector Internal Audit Standards, and in accordance with the approved Internal Audit Plan and manual. This role would suit an experienced Senior Internal Auditor or an Internal Audit professional looking to move into a senior role. We are looking for someone who has experience working in Internal Audit or Risk Management; has experience in leading a small team in delivering the Internal Audit Plan; and who has a keen interest in working in local government and making a difference. You will bring a methodical, systematic and analytical approach to your work, with a thorough attention to detail, yet with the ability to step back and see the "big picture". You will be an effective communicator with officers at all levels within the organisation, both orally and in writing. You will have experience of drafting reports which are clear, concise and focus on the main priorities. You will have the ability to manage your own workload, prioritising where necessary; and meet deadlines, with supervision and guidance where necessary. You will substitute for the Chief Internal Auditors in her absence and for areas where the Chief Internal Auditor has operational responsibilities. You will be experienced in MS applications and be a quick learner for all systems used by the Council. The Council is currently offering a hybrid working model, offering access to office working on some days/when required, on a temporary basis, with longer term options becoming available in the future. We are committed to being a more inclusive employer - to ensure we can consider any reasonable adjustments, please either contact the recruiting manager to discuss any individual circumstances, discuss at interview or, if you prefer, after any conditional offer is made.

The Individual

You will hold a relevant professional qualification in Internal Audit, accountancy or Risk Management. If you would like to have an informal discussion regarding this post, please contact the Chief Internal Auditor, Jackie Clark, on 01738 475524. When completing your application for this post, please ensure you provide current contact details (including e-mail addresses) for two referees, one should be your present or most recent employer. However, if you are an existing employee of Perth & Kinross Council, you are only required to provide reference details for your current employer.

At PKC our values and behaviours influence our work and support us in the delivery of the Perth and Kinross Offer. In your application, and should you be invited to interview, you will be asked to describe situations that support the criteria required in the role and which also demonstrate our values and behaviours. Find out more about PKC and you could soon be joining our team!

Please APPLY ONLINE. Facilities are available at all public libraries in Perth and Kinross. If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments, please call 01738 475555 to discuss. As part of our safer recruitment measures, any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of mandatory checks including eligibility to work in the UK, Disclosure Scotland or PVG, qualifications, references, and fitness to undertake the post. This may also include an Overseas Criminal Records Check if you have spent time living overseas. Some jobs may have been traditionally carried out predominately by one gender, but we would encourage you to apply if you meet the requirements, irrespective of your gender. A healthy work life balance is important to Perth & Kinross Council and we provide supportive management and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve a healthy work life balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development. Perth & Kinross Council welcomes applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government.

What we can do for you

If you are successful in a role with Perth & Kinross Council, you will have access to a range of benefits to help your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

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Salary

£42.68k - £45.54k per annum