PURPOSE OF POST In accordance with the defined role and objectives of the Internal Audit service, to conduct audit assignments and investigations as directed. KEY TASKS Audit Management Information 1. Contribute to production of the Partnership's management information and reports. Staffing 2. Contribute to the achievement of the Partnership's objectives and targets in line with the Partnership's Business Plan. 3. If required, supervise any assigned Auditors, to ensure the consistency of quality of the audit work and ensure that assigned Auditors' jobs are progressing in line with the scope and the planned time and provide feedback to the Assistant Audit Managers /Audit Manager as required. Leadership & Vision 4. Contribute to the overall vision and direction of the Partnership to ensure that the Partnership continuously develops to provide progressive services. 5. Contribute to the introduction, maintenance and development of practices/processes/systems within the Partnership aimed at improving service delivery. 6. Participate in initiatives to expand the Partnership or secure income generating contracts to maintain or expand the Partnership's resilience and skill set. Services to Customers 7. In accordance with agreed coverage, provide audit advice on controls and risks to all customers. 8. Monitor the progress of assignments to ensure they are delivered in accordance with customers' requirements. 9. Obtain and record customer satisfaction levels. EXPERIENCE Minimum of 2 years audit experience. Local Government Internal Audit experience, preferably at a Unitary or Metropolitan authority. QUALIFICATIONS GCSE Maths & English - Grade C minimum Relevant professional qualification Degree Relevant vocational qualification Relevant qualification to support a specialism required within Internal Audit eg IT qualification, risk management SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Good knowledge of modern auditing techniques Good knowledge of internal control concepts Good understanding of the concept ofrisk and its impact on audit work Ability to produce quality working papers and reports Shows good IT skills - Microsoft Office Ability to supervise and motivate staff