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Job Title:

Senior Group Internal Auditor (Construction)

Location: Remote / Hybrid working (Anywhere in England)

Thorn Baker is seeking a skilled Senior Group Internal Auditor to join our award-winning house building company. With over 50 years of experience in the UK, we are committed to delivering the highest standards of design, construction, and service. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful and dynamic company.

What's in it for you:

Highly competitive salary of up to £65,000
Flexible remote or hybrid working options
Company car or car allowance
Fuel card
Up to 12% annual bonus
BUPA healthcare
SAYE (Save As You Earn) - Bonus share save scheme
Private pension scheme
Additional benefits
Industry-leading training and opportunities for career progression

Your Responsibilities:

Conduct regular reviews of the Group's construction policies and procedural framework, making recommendations as needed to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and emerging best practises.
Maintain a close working relationship with the Group Construction department and Independent Quality Controllers (IQCs) to understand the Group's construction practises and their operational implementation.
Create an annual risk-based construction audit plan to provide assurance on:
The effectiveness and consistency of the IQC inspection regime.
The appropriateness of the construction quality culture within each operating company.
Other areas of focus as defined by key stakeholders, including the Board and the Group Construction department.
Execute the annual construction audit plan using a combination of desktop data reviews, structured interviews (remote and in person), and site inspections.
Produce detailed management reports and information on the construction audit plan for inclusion in the Director of Internal Audit's overall reporting to the Audit & Risk Committee.
Assist the Director of Internal Audit in handling whistleblowing investigations related to construction activities.
Support the Director of Internal Audit in delivering any other audits or investigations related to construction.
Provide advice, information, and training on audit findings as needed.

Required Skills:

Previous experience in an audit or assurance-based role within the construction sector
Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage time effectively, meet targets and deadlines, and work with minimal supervision.
Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft products, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

If you are interested in this role, please contact Lee at Thorn Baker on (phone number removed) or email:
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