Lead Auditor – Consultative Support

House of Commons 

The House of Commons is a unique and exciting place to work right at the heart of the UK’s thriving democratic system. 

Behind the scenes, the House of Commons Service is made up of more than 3,000 employees who support and facilitate the smooth day to day running of the House. They provide professional services to Members of Parliament, their staff, and the wider parliamentary community.

Introduction 

The objective of Internal Audit is to provide the Clerk, as Accounting Officer with an independent and objective evaluation of the overall adequacy and effectiveness of the House’s arrangements for governance, risk management and control.

The role provides the opportunity for the right individual to work in an organisation that operates a diverse range of in-house activities and processes from IT and Finance to catering and security. The successful candidate will be a collaborative team player capable of working with a diverse group of individuals covering multiple disciplines. Reporting to the head of Internal Audit, the role supports the delivery of the Internal Audit Strategy and annual plan.

A significant part of role work includes being the lead in regard to consultative services and support that IA are offering to the business. In addition, the Lead Auditor supports the Head of Internal audit in delivering an audit service that adds value to the organisation.

Some of the responsibilities for this role include:

• Performing end to end risk based audits according to the annual audit plan.
• Deputising for the Head of Internal Audit as required.
• Delivering high quality internal audit reports that provide management with an objective and holistic view of key operations and the extent to which key risks are effectively managed.
• Provide management with assurance on the adequacy and effectiveness of controls, and where applicable identify gaps.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of ways of continually improving the Governance Risk Management and Control framework and the audit process.

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:

• Qualifications: ACA/ACCA/CA/CMIIA/CCAB/CIMA/ or equivalent. Proven internal audit experience a must.

• Internal Audit Experience: Significant experience of internal audit, with demonstrable experience of undertaking internal audit assignments and the application of current internal audit practices, tools and techniques

• Consultative experience and expertise: Detailed knowledge and experience of providing consultative IA support services, covering a broad range of business activities.

• Strong communication skills: Communicate clearly, confidently and concisely with stakeholders, both orally and in writing. Proven ability to work under pressure from stakeholders while maintaining a positive relationship. Possess a High degree of personal integrity and impartiality

• Learning and development tailored to your role
• An environment with flexible working options
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
• A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%

Job contact :

• Name : The Resourcing Team
• Email : Recruitment@parliament.uk

Recruitment team

• Email : Recruiment@parliament.uk