Senior Auditor – 2 roles


Company:	Cannock Chase Council
Salary:	£37,280 - £40,777
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Cannock, WS11 1BG
Working pattern:	Hybrid - 1 day remote
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	31 Jul 2026
Closing date:	30 Aug 2026

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Summary

Role Numbers: RF542 & RF543

Grade H: £37,280 – £40,777 per annum (pay award pending)

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 37 per week

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Why join us?

Working for Cannock Chase District and Stafford Borough Councils gives you the opportunity to

make a real difference while enjoying excellent terms and benefits, including:

• Flexitime scheme to support work–life balance

• Local Government Pension Scheme

• 26 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years continuous service

• Discounted Council Leisure Centre Membership

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Free Car Parking

• Casual Car User Allowance

• Payment of one professional fee per year

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About the role

Following the promotion of a previous postholder and a vacancy, we have an exciting opportunity for two motivated and professionally curious Senior Auditors to join our respected Internal Audit team. This is a varied and influential role where your work will help provide assurance, improve controls and support good governance across both Cannock Chase District Council and Stafford Borough Council.

Working with the Chief Internal Auditor & Risk Manager and under the day-to-day supervision of the Deputy Chief Internal Auditor, you will take responsibility for a range of risk-based audit assignments, from planning and fieldwork, through to reporting and follow-up. You will play a key part in delivering the Internal Audit Plan and helping services identify practical improvements that make a real difference.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver a varied programme of risk-based audits across Council services

• Plan audit work, prepare audit briefs and focus testing on key risks

• Write clear reports that help managers improve controls and services

• Build positive relationships and give practical advice on audit, governance and control matters

• Support and guide junior audit colleagues

• Keep up to date with legislation, Council policy and professional audit standards

The successful candidates will be required to undergo a Baseline Personnel Security Standard Check once appointed, which includes a Basic DBS Disclosure and enhanced identity checks.

Further details are available in the supporting documentation.

Why apply? This is a great opportunity to take on a visible and rewarding role within a supportive team, broaden your audit experience across a wide range of Council services and contribute directly to effective governance, risk management and service improvement.

Apply today and take the next step in your career with us.

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How to apply

Apply online at: https://staffordandcannockjobs.engageats.co.uk

If you require alternative ways of applying or need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us on 01543 462621 or email us quoting the role numbers at:

✉ recruitment@cannockchasedc.gov.uk

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Closing date: Sunday 6th September 2026

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Cannock Chase District and Stafford Borough Councils are Equal Opportunities Employers

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