Internal Audit Practitioner - Apprenticeship Level 4

We are recruiting for an Internal Audit Practitioner to join our Internal Audit Team within Finance, Procurement and Audit service within the Resources Directorate.

If you are passionate about actively supporting the work of the Internal Audit team in planning and delivering risk-based internal audit assurance and consulting activities and participating in all aspects of internal audit activity including research, planning, interviews, testing and report writing, then this role is ideal for you. You will carry out internal audit work in accordance with the Global Internal Audit Standards as applicable to Internal Audit in UK Local Government. Whilst working with Internal Audit you are expected to achieve the Internal Audit Practitioner Level 4 Apprenticeship by attending workshops, completing on-line and other learning activities, attending webinars, receiving coaching and job shadowing etc in accordance with the identified training needs and professional and technical competency requirements. If you are committed to delivering excellent internal audit services and committed to achieving positive outcomes, we would love to hear from you.

In this role, you will:

• Working under the direction of the Internal Audit and Fraud Prevention Manager and lead auditors, support the planning and delivery of the annual risk-based internal audit and fraud prevention strategies and plans.

• Support the Manager and Lead Auditors in planning and delivery of the risk-based internal audit assurance and consulting activities and in carrying out Follow Up audits

• Prepare draft engagement plans and testing programmes on behalf of the lead auditors and conduct required audit testing. Prepare timely, concise reports for the lead auditor summarising the outcome of the internal audit assignments.

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Five A* - C or 9 - 4 grade GCSEs, including Maths and English as well as at least two Level 3 qualifications in relevant subjects (includes AS - levels, a BTEC National or a level 3 NVQ qualification

• Strong analytical and research skills, able to provide clear conclusions and options.

• Some knowledge of internal audit practice and the Global Internal Audit Standards as applicable to local government

• Strong communications and collaborative skills, with the ability to work effectively in a diverse community.

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Our Benefits

• Competitive salary - £31,086 to £31,530

• Local Government Pension Scheme membership.

• Generous annual leave: 29 days, rising to 33 with 5+ years’ service, plus bank holidays and 3 additional days at Christmas.

• Flexible and agile working to support work–life balance.

• Staff money-saving schemes (e.g., rent deposit loans, season ticket loans).

• Learning and development opportunities through our Learning Academy, with clear career development and leadership pathways.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. To avoid disappointment please submit your application as soon as possible.

Benefits

Tower Hamlets is a truly unique borough at the heart of London – a place where history and innovation sit side by side. From the docks and markets that shaped the East End to the global business hub of Canary Wharf, we are proud to be one of the most dynamic, diverse, and ambitious communities in the UK. We are also one of the fastest growing and youngest boroughs in the country, offering unrivalled opportunities to make a real difference to people’s lives. Our residents are energetic, creative, and resilient, and our council is committed to delivering the best possible services and opportunities for them.

Our award-winning new Town Hall in Whitechapel provides a modern, flexible workplace for our staff, right at the heart of the borough and directly opposite Whitechapel Tube and Elizabeth line station. It is more than just a workplace – it’s a hub for collaboration, innovation and community, designed to bring out the best in our people.

As an employer, we put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do. Our active Employee Network Groups celebrate and champion our workforce, helping to ensure that everyone feels a sense of belonging. Guided by our TOWER values – Together, Open, Willing, Excellent and Respect – we are building a positive, inclusive culture where colleagues can thrive.

At Tower Hamlets Council, you’ll find exciting challenges, supportive colleagues, and the chance to shape one of London’s most important and vibrant places. If you’re looking for a role where you can see the impact of your work every day, then Tower Hamlets is the place for you.