Chief Internal Auditor
Salary:
£84,633 – £94,946 |
Grade:
SLMG2
Location:
Nottingham City Council, Loxley House (Hybrid)
Our Strategic Vision
At Nottingham City Council, we are ambitious for our city and its citizens. Strong governance, transparent decision-making, and safeguarding public resources are central to achieving this ambition.
Our
Internal Audit function
is at the heart of this, providing independent, forward-looking assurance and strategic advice that:
* Drives organisational improvement and innovation
* Strengthens governance, risk, and resilience
* Protects public resources and delivers value for money
* Builds trust through transparency and accountability
The Role:
Reporting into the Corporate Director for Finance and Resources and as
Chief Internal Auditor
, you will be a key strategic leader in the Council, shaping and directing:
* Internal Audit
* Counter Fraud
* Risk Management
* Insurance Services
You will act as a trusted adviser to senior leadership and elected members, ensuring effective assurance, compliance with statutory requirements, and embedding a
risk-aware, integrity-driven culture
across the organisation. This is a pivotal role in strengthening governance, enhancing financial control, and supporting the Council's ability to deliver excellent outcomes for the people of Nottingham.
About You
We are seeking a
forward-thinking, credible, and strategic leader
who brings:
* Significant leadership experience across audit, risk, counter fraud, or insurance functions
* A CCAB-recognised accountancy qualification (or equivalent in risk/insurance)
* Proven ability to communicate complex information with clarity and authority
* Strong stakeholder and partnership skills, with the confidence to influence at senior levels
* A track record of building and developing high-performing, values-led teams
* Commitment to inclusion, transparency, and innovative approaches to public assurance
Key Responsibilities
In this high-profile role, you will:
* Lead and deliver the annual Internal Audit and Counter Fraud plans
* Provide strategic assurance to the Audit Committee, Corporate Leadership Team, and Council
* Drive improvements in governance, internal control, and value-for-money outcomes
* Manage investigations into fraud and irregularity with rigour and professionalism
* Oversee the Council's insurance and risk frameworks, ensuring they align with strategic priorities
* Represent Nottingham in external forums, strengthening our reputation and partnerships
Why Join Nottingham?
This is a
career-defining leadership role
at the heart of one of the UK's most ambitious councils. Joining us means you will:
* Influence strategy and decision-making at the highest level
* Shape a governance framework that underpins the Council's future resilience
* Safeguard and maximise the impact of public resources
* Work within a values-led leadership team committed to excellence, integrity, and innovation
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV and a supporting statement/expression of interest to:
Lucy Wesson, Senior HRBP- Recruitment
:
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:
Toyin Bamidele
:
Deadline:
21st September 2025
Interviews:
End of Sep/beginning of Oct