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Job introduction Job title: Auditor A bit about us: Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place. We've got ambitious targets to meet and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities. Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do. Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents.
Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services. We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone! The role: Liverpool City Council is looking for a motivated and professionally curious individual to join our Internal Audit Service.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your audit career while contributing to independent assurance across a diverse range of council services and helping to strengthen governance, risk management and internal control. As an Auditor, you will undertake a varied programme of financial and operational audits, audit-related assignments and investigations, working independently and alongside experienced colleagues.
You will gather and analyse evidence, evaluate systems and controls, identify areas for improvement and produce clear, concise audit reports. You will also work constructively with service managers to agree practical action plans. You will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge of local government and build experience across a wide range of services. You will also support the development of audit techniques, including the use of technology, data analysis and computer-assisted audit approaches.
The role provides a strong foundation for continued professional development within internal audit, finance or accountancy. We are looking for someone with relevant experience who can organise their work effectively and deliver high-quality assignments within agreed timescales. You will have good analytical, written and verbal communication skills, be confident using Microsoft Word and Excel, and be able to build positive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders. In return, you will join a supportive and professional Internal Audit team where you will receive guidance from Lead Auditors and the Lead Audit Manager, gain exposure to a broad range of council activities and have opportunities to develop your professional skills and qualifications.
Our offer to you: At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days Agile working (role dependent) - a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme Progression - opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes Drive Time – a salary sacrifice car lease scheme Family friendly policies with enhanced leave Discounted Gym Memberships Employee Volunteering Scheme Medicash Next steps: Closing date: midnight on Sunday 4th October 2026 Shortlisting date: w/c Monday 5th October 2026 Interview date: Tuesday 27th October 2026 Interview type: Face to face We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.
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