Ealing Council (London Borough of Ealing)
Senior Auditor
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Ealing Council Senior Auditor Opportunity
Ealing Council have an exciting new opportunity for a Senior Auditor to join our internal audit shared service covering Ealing and Hounslow Councils. We insourced the team in 2024 to build a centre of excellence of internal audit. We are looking for an ambitious, professional, conscientious individual to join our team. We are keen to help you grow and develop.
About the Role
As the Senior Auditor you will be responsible for the delivery of risk-based audits across a diverse portfolio of services. You will manage complex audit reviews, oversee the implementation of audit recommendations and provide expert advice on governance, risk management and internal control. The role includes developing and mentoring audit trainees, managing key stakeholder relationships, and deputising for senior management as required. You will play a key role in driving continuous improvement and strengthening assurance across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Delivery of risk-based audits
- Management of complex audit reviews
- Oversight of implementation of audit recommendations
- Expert advice on governance, risk management, and internal control
- Developing and mentoring audit trainees
- Managing key stakeholder relationships
- Deputising for senior management as required
- Driving continuous improvement and strengthening assurance
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Required Skills and Experience
The ideal candidate will have a sound audit background, preferably in a local government environment, and will be able to perform internal audit work to a high standard. A good understanding of audit principles, controls, governance, and risk as well as strong interpersonal skills are essential for this role.
Application Information
- Closing date for applications: 12 October 2026
- Interview dates: Week commencing 26 October 2026
To have an informal conversation about the role, please contact Michele Woodhatch, Deputy Head of Audit, email WoodhatchM@ealing.gov.uk.
You must have the right to work in the UK. Evidence for the right to work in the UK will be requested at the interview stage.
It is an exciting time to join us, here at Ealing Council. If you would like to make a positive difference to our residents and borough, then we’re looking forward to hearing from you.
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Ealing Council is committed to creating good jobs and delivering on its connected communities’ agenda. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive.
We therefore welcome applications from all residents of the borough, we particularly welcome applications from candidates who are entering the employment market in the early stages of their career and mid-career professionals, who are currently underrepresented in Ealing’s workforce.
Please note all applications will be determined on merit.
How to Apply
To apply: Please complete (LBE) our application form. In your Supporting Statement please address the highlighted criteria (**) under the 'Person Specification', on the attached role profile.
Please also note that we DO NOT accept CV’s, ONLY completed Ealing application forms will be considered.
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