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Apprenticeship

Internal audit professional

Level
7
Master's level
Length
3 yrs
typical
Sector
Legal, finance and accounting
Pay
Paid
you earn while training

In a nutshell

Providing independent, objective assurance and consulting activity to add value and improve an organisation's operations.

What you'd do

Lead planning and scoping of complex, risk-based audit engagements
Manage and coach audit teams throughout the audit lifecycle
Evaluate governance, risk management, and control frameworks
Draft and review audit reports for board and audit committee audiences
Present key findings and recommendations to senior management
Follow up and validate management actions on audit recommendations
Contribute to the development of the annual internal audit plan

What you'd learn

IIA International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) standards
Advanced risk-based audit planning and universe management
Corporate governance, board effectiveness, and audit committee liaison
Complex control environment assessment and fraud risk evaluation
Leading and managing audit teams across multiple engagements
Reporting to board and audit committee level on significant findings
Data analytics and technology-enabled audit methodologies
Ready to look for a place?
See live Internal audit professional apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
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