Service Leader - Internal Audit £80,744 - £86,942
Angus Council and Dundee City Council are forward-thinking organisations committed to delivering high-quality public services to approximately 265,000 residents across both council areas. Their shared ambition is to provide exceptional services and achieve the best possible outcomes for the communities they serve.
Angus Council and Dundee City Council are seeking a dynamic and inspiring Service Leader – Internal Audit to play a pivotal role in strengthening governance, risk management and internal controls across two ambitious local authorities.
This is a shared role between Angus and Dundee City Council. The Service Leader (Internal Audit) will be employed by Angus Council and will provide the same role to Dundee City Council for 50% of the working weeks as part of a Service Level Agreement.
This is a unique opportunity to influence how public services are delivered, ensuring transparency, accountability, and value for money for our communities.
You will provide independent assurance and strategic insight that supports innovation and continuous improvement.
Your leadership will guide internal audit and counter-fraud teams, foster collaboration with key partners and help shape a culture of integrity and excellence.
You’ll work across diverse urban and rural landscapes, from the vibrant city of Dundee to the scenic beauty of Angus, contributing to projects that make a real difference for citizens.
With the Tay Cities Region Deal unlocking £400m of investment, these are exciting times to join us and help deliver a smarter, fairer future.
If you are passionate about good governance, have the vision to lead and innovate, and want to make a tangible impact across two councils, we would love to hear from you.
As a Service Leader you will:
- Lead Internal Audit Services compliant with Internal Audit Standards
- Provide assurances that the governance, risk management and internal controls are working effectively
- Provide the same service for ANGUSalive, Angus Council’s Culture and Leisure Trust
- Work collaboratively with the internal auditors of the Integrated Joint Boards to provide relevant assurances
- Support and advise both councils’ transformational programmes
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