Internal Auditor Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (38.75 hours per week) Location: Maidenhead, Berkshire Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum At Dignity, we support families at some of the most important and sensitive moments in their lives. We are proud to be one of the UK’s leading providers of funeral and end‑of‑life services, operating across a large, multi‑site national estate. Everything we do is guided by care, integrity and respect, not just for the families we serve, but for one another as colleagues. As our organisation continues to evolve, strong governance, assurance and risk management are critical to supporting our purpose. That’s where our Internal Audit team plays a vital role. The Role We are looking for an Internal Auditor to join our Internal Audit function, working closely with the Head of Internal Audit to deliver high‑quality, risk‑based assurance across the business. This is a hands‑on role where you will take responsibility for planning and delivering audits from the annual audit plan, covering a broad range of financial, operational, IT and regulatory areas. You will work collaboratively with stakeholders across the organisation, adopting a pragmatic and “no surprises” approach, while providing clear, constructive insight that adds real value. This role would suit an experienced internal auditor who enjoys variety, values strong relationships, and wants to work in a purpose‑driven organisation with a strong ethical framework. What will you get involved in? Deliver internal audit engagements in line with the annual audit plan and internal audit methodology. Agree on audit scope and objectives in collaboration with the Head of Internal Audit. Prepare and complete audit planning documentation, including risk assessments and risk & control matrices. Review the design and operating effectiveness of key controls across financial, IT and business processes. Conduct audit testing, identify control weaknesses and assess risk exposure. Build effective working relationships with stakeholders and communicate findings clearly and professionally. Participate in closing meetings, agreeing on practical and proportionate management actions. Produce clear, timely audit reports with commercially sound recommendations. Complete follow‑up reviews on agreed actions and report on progress. What we are looking for… Qualified or part‑qualified Internal Auditor (PIIA / CMIIA), Accountant (ACA / ACCA) or IT Auditor (CISA). Proven experience working within an internal audit function. Strong understanding of risk‑based internal audit approaches and assurance techniques. Experience auditing financial systems, IT controls and general business functions. Ability to analyse complex information, identify risk themes and propose practical solutions. Confident communicator who can engage constructively with stakeholders at all levels. Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and time management skills. Comfortable working across a large, multi‑site organisation. Why Join Us? At Dignity Funerals, we offer more than just a job; we offer a role with real purpose. The work you do here genuinely matters, supporting colleagues and local communities across the UK and helping us uphold the highest standards of care, integrity and trust. You’ll be part of a supportive, collaborative organisation where people are treated with respect and where professionalism and compassion go hand in hand. We are committed to developing our people, giving you the opportunity to grow your skills, broaden your experience and make a meaningful contribution within a values‑driven business. What we provide to you… Annual salary of up to £55,000. 25 Days Holiday Bank Holidays. Pension Scheme (4% matched). Life Assurance X2 Annual Salary. Free On-Site Parking. Access to our internal apprentice & personal development schemes. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career where you can make a positive impact every day, we want to hear from you! What are the next steps? To be considered for this role, please submit your application via the ‘apply’ button, where a member of our Talent Team will review your application. About Us We are Dignity, one of the UK’s oldest and most trusted funeral providers, with over 200 years of history, 570 branches, and 46 crematoria. From launching the UK’s first funeral plan to helping shape modern regulation, we have led the way in supporting families with care, compassion, and professionalism. Now we are building the UK’s leading end of life company. As part of the Dignity Group, we also operate Farewill, the country’s largest will writer and one of the UK’s top probate providers, giving families support not just at the funeral, but before and after as well. Today we are over 4,000 people across the UK, all driven by the same goal: to care for families with compassion and make the UK a world leader in end of life care. Here to help, whenever you need. FCA Statement We’re regulated by the FCA, so some roles may be subject to background checks. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement We know that diverse teams make better decisions, build better products, and create a better place to work. Whoever you are, wherever you’re from, and whatever your life looks like, we’d love to hear from you. And if there’s anything you need to make the process more accessible, please let us know. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate and no fees will be payable. We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.