Audit Apprentice

Team: Audit Job Family: Advising – CBG4 Salary:  £ 26,427 per annum pro rata Hours:  37 hours per week  Location:   You will be expected to attend a CBC office location as often as needed to carry out your role, which will be no less than once per month.   Contract Type:  Hybrid - Permanent  Closing Date: 1st November 2026 Interview Date: 16th November 2026 - to take place at Priory House, Shefford About the role We are currently recruiting for an Audit Apprentice within our Audit and Risk Team. This Apprenticeship opportunity combines paid employment with structured off-the-job learning. As an Audit Apprentice, you will work towards the Level 4 Internal Audit Practitioner Apprenticeship, with the opportunity to progress to a Level 6 professional qualification. Training and study support will be provided throughout, helping you build a rewarding long-term career in audit, governance and risk management. Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will earn a valuable qualification alongside practical work experience. Demonstrating the right aptitude and commitment may lead to the opportunity to apply for a Senior Auditor position when vacancies arise. The Council faces strategic, financial and operational risks that can prevent it from achieving its goals. Internal Audit takes a deep and objective look at the organisation, providing independent assurance that the right systems and control processes are in place to manage these risks and that they are operating effectively. You’ll be working on a wide variety of projects, so it’s important that you’re adaptable and highly organised. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential as you’ll be communicating at all levels, often explaining complex information both in meetings and in written reports.  An interest in analysing data with good IT skills is desirable. The Apprenticeship As part of the role you will: Work alongside experienced auditors to review a wide range of Council services and activities including risk management and fraud investigations. Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders across the organisation to understand how services operate and the risks they face. Assist with audit reviews, including gathering and analysing information, testing controls and documenting findings. Develop analytical and problem-solving skills to help identify opportunities for improvement and promote good practice. Learn how to present audit findings and recommendations clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing. Undertake monitoring of departmental completion of audit actions and other tasks as required. About you: We are seeking someone with a genuine interest in understanding how organisations operate and a desire to build a professional career in audit, governance and risk management. This opportunity could be ideal if you have recently completed further education, are looking to start your…