Head of Internal Audit, Anti-Fraud and Risk

Interim Head of Internal Audit, Anti-Fraud & Risk

London / Hybrid Working / 6-month assignment

Senior Leadership Opportunity We’re working on behalf of a local authority who are seeking an exceptional leader to head its Internal Audit, Anti-Fraud & Risk function.

This is a key statutory leadership role, reporting into the Director of Finance and providing strategic oversight of governance, assurance, risk management and counter-fraud activity across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Internal Audit, Risk & Anti-Fraud functions
• Deliver the annual audit strategy, plan and audit opinion
• Provide expert advice on governance, controls and value for money
• Lead complex fraud investigations and counter-fraud initiatives
• Act as principal advisor to the Audit Committee and senior leadership team
• Drive organisational risk management and assurance frameworks
• Develop and lead a high-performing professional team

We’re keen to speak with candidates who have:

• CCAB, CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or IIA qualification
• Significant senior leadership experience within local government or a similarly regulated environment
• Strong expertise in internal audit, governance and strategic risk management
• Counter-fraud and investigation experience
• A track record of influencing senior stakeholders, Members and Audit Committees

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a forward-thinking authority and play a pivotal role in protecting public resources, strengthening governance and shaping organisational strategy.

If you’d like a confidential discussion, please get in touch directly – I look forward to hearing from you.