Coventry City Council
Assistant Auditor
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Our Values
In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.
Our Values are:
- Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.
- Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.
- Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.
- Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.
- Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.
- Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.
We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.
Coventry City Council’s Internal Audit Service
Coventry City Council’s Internal Audit Service are a small, self-motivated and adaptable Team responsible for providing independent assurance that the Council’s risk management, governance and internal control processes are operating effectively. We report the outcomes of our work to the Council’s Audit and Procurement Committee.
We carry out audit work across all of the Council’s services, and the remit of our work ranges from operational and corporate risks to audits of key financial systems and local authority schools. Its fair to say that our work is varied and supports the achievements of all the Council’s objectives outlined in the Council Plan, giving management insight and advice around what’s working well and highlighting areas for improvement.
Internal Audit are also responsible for the Council’s Fraud and Corruption Strategy, leading on the Council’s participation in the National Fraud Initiative run by the Cabinet Office, undertaking corporate fraud investigations and helping services to manage the risk of fraud through the internal control framework.
Protecting the public purse is at the heart of everything we do to ensure Council funds are spend effectively and efficiently to deliver services to the citizens of Coventry
What is the job role?
The Internal Audit Team at Coventry is responsible for providing independent assurance and insight in order to add value and improve the Council’s operations. We evaluate governance, risk management and the internal control environment to help services achieve their objectives efficiently and effectively.
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This is an exciting opportunity to join a team and build a long term career in Internal Audit. The role offers a structured development pathway, combining practical experience, professional training and support. You will initially work alongside experienced auditors, developing your understanding of governance, risk management and internal control while contributing to audit reviews. As your skills develop, you will take on greater responsibility and progress through a professional qualification programme leading to a Senior Auditor role, where you will be carrying out a range of audit work across the Council, including complex and high-profile reviews to provide assurance to senior management and add value to the organisation.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for someone with the potential, motivation and aptitude to succeed in this interesting, but challenging profession. Previous audit experience is not required; however, this is a role that requires a willingness to engage in a complex, varied and challenging workload. You will be educated to degree level (or equivalent).
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to assess information, identify inconsistencies and reach balanced conclusions.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to build positive relationships with a range of people.
- Good organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
- Resilience, adaptability and a commitment to learning, improvement and responding positively to feedback.
- Initiative, sound judgement and the confidence to ask questions, challenge information appropriately and work independently when required.
- A genuine interest in developing a career in Internal Audit, and commitment to undertaking studies to achieve professional qualifications.
- The ability to work collaboratively and contribute positively within a diverse and inclusive team environment.
Recruitment Process
Please note that the recruitment process will consist of three stages: an application sift, an assessment exercise, and a formal interview. Candidates who are successful at sift stage will be invited to complete the assessment exercise, which is designed to evaluate the skills, behaviours and aptitude required for a career in Internal Audit. Following this, successful candidates will be invited to attend an interview.
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For an informal conversation please contact Karen Tyler on 02476972186 or email Karen.Tyler@coventry.gov.uk
Key dates – applications window
- 7th Sep to 25th September
- Shortlisting 28th Sep to 2nd October
- Assessment day 12th – 16th October
- Assessment shortlisting 19th to 23rd October
- Interviews 2nd – 6th November
If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our accessibility page to see how we can assist you.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme
As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:
- Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
- Are currently in care or have previously been in care
- If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition
For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. We recognise that you might use AI tools to help with your application. While these tools can be useful, please make sure that all information you provide about your experience, skills, and qualifications is accurate. What matters most to us is hearing about your experience and the achievements that truly reflect you.
About Coventry
Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.
We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse.
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.
To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.
If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies
Coventry City Council
Attached documents
- Coventry City Council Application Process 2.pdf
- Assistant Auditor-Job Description.pdf
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