Head of Internal Audit

Job DescriptionHead of Internal Audit | Dundee/Angus | Permanent | Full Time| Hybrid | 80,000 - 86,000 + Benefits Your new companyHaysis delighted to be working exclusively with Angus Council to recruit astrategic, influential and forwardthinking Head of Internal Audit. This is aunique opportunity to join a modern, progressive local authority environmentwith a strong commitment to good governance, effective decisionmaking, andtransformational change. Operating within a shared service model between AngusCouncil and Dundee City Council, you will help strengthen public accountabilitywhile also supporting ANGUS alive, the Councils Culture and Leisure Trust, andcollaborating closely with partners across Scotlands public sector.Your new roleAs Head ofInternal Audit, you will lead the delivery of a highperforming Internal AuditService that fully aligns with professional Internal Audit Standards andstatutory requirements. You will provide independent and objective assurance toElected Members, Chief Executives, Corporate Management Teams and AuditCommittees across both councils, covering governance, risk management, internalcontrol frameworks and major change programmes.You will provideclear strategic direction, inspire and motivate teams, and foster a culture ofcontinuous improvement. A key part of your role will involve preparing anddelivering annual audit plans, leading complex audits and sensitive reviews,ensuring strong performance management, and overseeing effective financialplanning and resource use. You will also lead the counterfraud andinvestigation function, championing risk awareness throughout the organisation.Working closely with internal auditors across Integrated Joint Boards, otherlocal authorities, and national audit bodies, you will support collaboration,strengthen professional standards and enhance service impact.What you''ll need to succeedYou will bringsignificant leadership experience within an Internal Audit function, ideallygained within a public sector or highly regulated environment. You will have anexpert understanding of Internal Audit Standards and statutory regulations suchas the Local Authority Accounts (Scotland) Regulations 2014. You will beconfident delivering independent assurance to senior stakeholders, includingaudit committees and executive leadership, and able to lead challengingprogrammes of audit work with professionalism and integrity.Strong financialmanagement capability, exceptional communication skills and the ability toinfluence at all levels are essential. You will be comfortable preparing andmanaging budgets, developing service plans, shaping audit strategy, and drivingoperational and cultural improvements. A collaborative mindset is vital, alongwith a track record of working effectively with diverse internal and externalpartners to achieve shared outcomes.What you''ll get in returnYouwill join an influential function with strategic reach across two majorScottish councils. This role offers the chance to shape and modernise InternalAudit services, directly impact governance and transformation activity, andwork closely with senior leadership, elected members, and audit professionalsacross the sector. You will be part of a collaborative, forwardlookingenvironment that values innovation, continuous improvement, and professionalexcellence.What you need to do nowIf you''re interested in this role, click ''apply now'' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn''t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. # 4773893

Created: 2026-04-08