Audit Assistant

As an Audit Assistant you will join us on our journey and undertake a valuable role responsible for contributing to the delivery of functional objectives, reporting to the Head of Internal Audit. The Audit Assistant is a key member of the Internal Audit team always modelling the Post Office behaviours and demonstrating a Postmaster-first mindset. Acting as a trusted advisor, the Audit Assistant will share their internal audit expertise, demonstrating best practice across internal controls, governance, and compliance. The Audit Assistant will, under supervision, work closely with teams across the business, dependent on the work assigned. Outputs from work performed will be reported to the relevant Executive member, Risk and Compliance Committee and Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee to provide them with assurance on the areas audited. They will embody a culture of inclusion, continuous improvement, and high performance; with a key focus on delivering robust audit reviews, actionable insights, and assurance that supports effective risk management and business integrity., Our commitment to embracing diversity extends beyond just words. We actively foster an inclusive workplace that values the unique perspectives and contributions from all colleagues. We hold the belief that Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are not just vital but fundamental to our success and growth. Our priority lies in shaping a business that mirrors the diverse communities we reach, truly making Post Office 'Everybody's Business'. As an equal opportunity employer, we value and celebrate the differences among our people, ensuring that our practices reflect our dedication to inclusivity and equal representation for all.

• Proven experience collaborating with peers, colleagues, and stakeholders to contribute to the delivery of functional strategy to achieve business objectives.
• Experience in establishing successful, cross-functional stakeholder relationships.
• Demonstrable experience of working as part of a team on the delivery of project milestones to achieve key objectives.
• Holds a recognised Internal Auditing, Accountancy or similar qualification, or expresses the intention to study towards such qualification.
• Previous experience in internal audit, either in practice or industry desirable.
• Ability to assess business processes, identify risks, and evaluate controls to provide meaningful assurance.
• Knowledge of current developments in governance, risk management, and audit practices.
Skills and Capabilities
• Able to develop relationships and conduct effective interviews with both management and colleagues across the business.
• Ability to operate both individually and within a team, demonstrating adaptability and proactivity to ensure successful delivery of team and personal objectives.
• Demonstrable ability to interpret and / or summarise technical issues for a non-technical audience, able to provide pragmatic and workable solutions that meet the needs of the business as well as deliver on audit requirements.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to agree remedial actions with management.
• Ability to build and manage relationships at all levels of the organisation, a track record of excellent stakeholder management.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work with minimal supervision.
  
  At Post Office Ltd, we're proud to be at the heart of communities across the UK, upheld by the dedication and service of our postmasters. We offer essential services that people rely on every day, from parcels and banking to identity and government services. While we continue to evolve with digital innovation, our commitment to personal, face-to-face service remains core to who we are.
Our journey is one of reflection, growth, and meaningful change. We're looking for people who think differently. Those with resilience, purpose, and a deep sense of responsibility to our postmasters, partners and the communities they serve. If you're driven by the chance to make a real impact and help shape a future, built on progress and integrity, we'd love to hear from you. For more details visit Application Guidance Our commitment to embracing diversity extends beyond just words. While we've outlined key skills above, we recognise that great candidates come from a variety of backgrounds. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Now, more than ever, we understand that attracting the right talent is pivotal in driving the positive change needed throughout our organisation. Beyond a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package
• 25 days annual leave that increases with tenure
• Up to 10% individual performance -based incentive scheme
• Access to Benenden Healthcare
• Generous pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Income protection after 12 months service
• Full support from our employee assistance programme and access to our employee benefits platform
• Ever-evolving learning and development opportunities