London Borough of Tower Hamlets
Head of Audit, Anti Fraud and Risk
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Head of Internal Audit, Anti-Fraud & Risk - Interim position
About the role
Tower Hamlets is seeking an exceptional and experienced leader to take on the role of Head of Internal Audit, Anti-Fraud & Risk. This is a critical statutory leadership role at the heart of the Council’s governance, assurance and risk framework.
Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will lead the Council’s internal audit, anti-fraud and risk management functions, ensuring these services operate effectively, independently and in line with statutory requirements and professional standards. You will play a key role in strengthening organisational governance, safeguarding public resources and supporting the Council to deliver value for money.
This is a high-profile post requiring close engagement with senior leadership, Members and the Audit Committee, acting as the Council’s principal advisor on audit, risk and counter-fraud matters.
Key responsibilities
You will:
- Provide strategic leadership of the internal audit, anti-fraud and risk services, ensuring delivery of effective and compliant assurance arrangements across the Council and Tower Hamlets Homes
- Fulfil the statutory responsibilities of the Head of Internal Audit, including development of the audit strategy, annual audit plan and provision of the annual audit opinion
- Lead the development and implementation of the Council’s counter-fraud and corruption strategy and oversee complex investigations
- Act as the organisation’s lead on risk management, supporting the Corporate Leadership Team in identifying and managing strategic risks
- Provide expert advice on governance, internal control and value for money across all services
- Maintain strong relationships with key partners, including external auditors, law enforcement and government bodies
- Act as the primary contact and senior advisor to the Audit Committee, including oversight of audit committee effectiveness
- Lead and develop high-performing professional teams across audit, fraud and risk disciplines
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About you
We are looking for a highly credible and strategic leader with significant experience operating at a senior level in a complex organisation, ideally within local government or a similarly regulated environment.
You will bring:
- A recognised professional qualification (CCAB, CIMA or IIA) with significant post-qualification experience
- Extensive knowledge of internal audit, governance frameworks and strategic risk management
- Strong expertise in counter-fraud strategy, investigation and enforcement
- A proven track record of leading high-performing teams and delivering organisational change
- Experience of advising and influencing senior leadership teams and elected Members
- Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly and authoritatively
- Experience of working collaboratively with external stakeholders and partners to deliver outcomes
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Our TOWER values
At Tower Hamlets, our work is guided by the following principles:
- We work together with partners to achieve the best outcomes
- We are open and transparent in our decision-making
- We are willing to challenge and innovate
- We empower each other to be excellent
- We respect all communities and value diversity
Additional information
- Politically restricted post
- Enhanced DBS check required
- Occasional evening or weekend working may be required to meet business needs
Why join Tower Hamlets
Tower Hamlets is one of the most dynamic and diverse boroughs in the country. This role offers the opportunity to shape governance and assurance at scale, influence strategic decision-making, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of residents.
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If you are an experienced audit, risk or counter-fraud leader looking to take on a pivotal role in a high-profile London borough, we would welcome your application.
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