Internal Audit Officer

About the role

The West Midlands Combined Authority is seeking an Internal Audit Officer to strengthen governance, risk management and value for money across the organisation. You will work independently to plan, execute and report on risk‑based audits, providing evidence‑driven assurance to senior decision‑makers.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, scope and deliver risk‑based internal audits across a wide range of services.
• Produce clear audit reports with practical, evidence‑based recommendations.
• Identify systemic weaknesses, control gaps and financial risks, and track remediation actions.
• Support the development of the internal audit plan by highlighting emerging risks.
• Provide assurance outputs for the Audit and Risk Committee and the Annual Governance Statement.
• Build constructive relationships with senior managers while maintaining independence.
• Perform detailed testing, data analysis and evidence collection.
• Assist investigations into fraud, irregularities or malpractice.
• Handle confidential and protected information securely.
• Provide assurance over financial controls, reporting, contract management, procurement, grants and programme spend.

Required profile

• Generalist internal auditor with experience across multiple business areas.
• Background in local government, public sector or relevant private‑sector experience.
• Part‑qualified or willing to work towards a professional audit qualification.
• Ability to work independently, influence stakeholders and maintain confidentiality.

Required skills

What we offer

• Exposure to a varied programme of internal audit, assurance, risk and investigations.
• Opportunity to develop professional qualifications and advance within a public‑sector organisation.