At Pennon Group, we’re proud to be leading the way in the water and renewables industries. Alongside our subsidiaries - South West Water, Bristol Water, Bournemouth Water, SES Water, Pennon Water Services and Pennon Power - we’re committed to delivering a sustainable future of our region. Because we know that by continually driving up our standards today, we’ll build a better tomorrow for our communities. Ready to put your expertise to work in a forward-thinking company shaping the future? We’re looking for a talented Group Internal Auditor to join our dynamic team in Exeter or Bristol. In this high-impact role, you’ll be part of a respected audit function, gaining exposure across the entire business and presenting your insights directly to senior leaders. If you’re driven, curious and ready to make your mark, we’d love to hear from you — and we offer a competitive salary of up to £50,000 to match your skills and experience.
What you'll be doing
1. Lead and deliver end-to-end audits across the Pennon Group, covering a wide range of operational and financial areas.
2. Shape audit scopes, plan assignments and present findings directly to executive stakeholders.
3. Assess processes, risks and controls to provide robust assurance on the Group’s control environment.
4. Produce clear, concise audit reports and drive follow-up to ensure meaningful action is taken.
5. Support complex and high-profile audits, ad-hoc projects and key governance initiatives.
6. Champion high internal audit standards and contribute to identifying emerging risks across the Group.
What we're looking for
7. Experienced in internal audit, risk management, and internal controls, with strong knowledge of related methodologies and tools.
8. Skilled in presenting and reporting to senior management, with excellent written and verbal communication.
9. Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and ability to prioritise and deliver multiple tasks to tight deadlines.
10. Proactive, solutions-focused, and adept at building effective relationships, including influencing senior stakeholders.
11. Full or Part Qualified accountant ( ACA, ACCA) and internal audit qualification ( CMIIA).
What's in it for you
12. We know that the support and commitment of our staff is key to our success so you will receive the opportunity for ongoing development and training for a long-term career with us. We’re one of the largest companies in the South West and are proud to have been awarded Investors in People recognition.
In return as a Group Internal Auditor, we will offer an excellent range of benefits including:
13. Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
14. A discretionary Bonus
15. Competitive Contributory Pension
16. Access to the Company Sharesave Scheme
17. Various health benefits
18. And more!
Closing Date: 9th January 2026Be yourself, we like it that way. Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness.Our core values which are essential to our success are:Be Rock Solid - Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on.Be You - We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.Be the Future - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge.