Interim Head of Audit, Risk & Assurance
Posted 3 days ago by Morgan Law
£800 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
London
Summary: The role of Interim Head of Audit, Risk & Assurance involves leading the Internal Audit, Risk, Insurance, and Counter Fraud functions for a local authority in London. This position is a 3-6 month contract requiring a strategic leader with significant experience in governance and stakeholder management. The role emphasizes the development of a high-performing team and the delivery of a modern assurance strategy. The working arrangement is hybrid, with two days on-site each week.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop a high-performing audit, risk, and insurance function
- Strengthen governance, assurance, and enterprise risk management frameworks
- Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and elected members
- Drive continuous improvement, quality, and value for money across services
- Shape and deliver a modern, forward-looking assurance strategy
Key Skills:
- A relevant degree or equivalent professional experience
- A recognised qualification (e.g. CCAB, MIIA/CIIA, IRM, CII or equivalent)
- Significant senior leadership experience in audit, risk, or insurance
- Strong understanding of governance within large, regulated organisations
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels
Salary (Rate): £800/day
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Interim Head of Audit, Risk & Assurance 3-6 month contract £700 - £800 per day (Inside IR35)Local Authority Hybrid working arrangements, 2 days a week on site (London)
About the clientWe are seeking an experienced interim Head of Financial Assurance to lead Internal Audit, Risk, Insurance and Counter Fraud for a local authority in the London area.
Accountabilities As a key member of the senior finance leadership team, you will:
- Lead and develop a high-performing audit, risk, and insurance function
- Strengthen governance, assurance, and enterprise risk management frameworks
- Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and elected members
- Drive continuous improvement, quality, and value for money across services
- Shape and deliver a modern, forward-looking assurance strategy
Candidate Requirements (Essential) We are looking for a credible and strategic leader who brings:
- A relevant degree or equivalent professional experience
- A recognised qualification (e.g. CCAB, MIIA/CIIA, IRM, CII or equivalent)
- Significant senior leadership experience in audit, risk, or insurance
- Strong understanding of governance within large, regulated organisations
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels
Campaign TimelineThis is an urgent post and is open until filled.
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