Internal Auditor Apprentice

Summary

Internal Audit at the University of Bristol is about providing an independent and objective view on the efficiency of organisational processes, value for money, and business risks, to help the University achieve its education and research priorities.

Wage

£30,805 a year

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Training course

Internal audit professional (level 7)

Hours

Monday-Friday. Core hours 9.00am - 5.00pm but some flexibility is given / expected with prior agreement.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 16 June 2025

Duration

3 years 9 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

The Risk Assurance team supports the University by bringing an independent perspective to organisational challenges; acting as a ‘critical friend’ to explore and highlight the causes of risks we identify.

Working across the University to help find solutions to challenges with business processes and controls, support joined-up working across teams, and foster lasting improvements.

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To register please send an email to uob-apprenticeships@bristol.ac.uk titled JOIN US! L7 Internal Auditor with your name.

Where you’ll work

Augustine's Courtyard
Orchard Lane
Bristol
BS1 5DS

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY

Your training course

Internal audit professional (level 7)

Equal to master’s degree

Course contents

Building Relationships: IAProfs build long-term relationships based on trust and respect, both within IA and with management across the organisation, other assurance providers to inform dynamic changes to IA plan and understand the risk profile of the organisation.
Communication: IAProfs communicate clearly and succinctly, both verbally and in writing, turning complex issues into plain language. IAProfs adapt communication to suit situation and audience, promote open communication to gain commitment and action. IAProfs chair meetings effectively to achieve objectives.
Influencing & Collaboration: IAProfs wield influence and motivate others through collaboration to remove organisational barriers, manage conflict, reach consensus and achieve results, and will empower others to achieve outcomes.
Analytical and Problem Solving: IAProfs determine use of data analytics/data extraction software, communicate requirements to others. IAProfs gather necessary facts/evidence to make decisions. Critcally analyse and evaluate information quickly, drawing accurate conclusions, assessing problems from multiple angles, using benchmark data to inform. Apply business intelligence/problem solving techniques, focus on themes/trends; use this information to make informed decisions and judgements.
Business Acumen: IAProfs interpret/articulate key risks impacting organisation/wider industry; apply understanding of this wider context to drive audit plan.
Risk and Control / Audit Methodology: IAProfs understand different types of control; management control techniques; internal control framework characteristics (e.g. COSO, ISO, COBIT, etc.) used in organisation/industry. Apply different types of IA methodologies and standards through all stages of an IA assignment.
Delivery Management: IAProfs lead/manage audit assignments allocating resources/delegating work; applying management skills/leadership styles, conflict management, project management & change management skills to deliver quality work within budget and timeline. IAProfs deliver a level of oversight/supervision to manage others, delivering assurance to conform to the IIA standards. IAProfs are fundamental in developing and applying quality assurance and improvement programme and continuous improvement. IAProfs support delivery of IA observations, implementation of follow-up programmes and reporting for IA management to deliver at the audit committee.
Managing Others: IAProfs act as role models; motivate others to deliver results, create environment to encourage creative thinking & manage through others to deliver results. IAProfs develop potential of others supporting their career aspirations through feedback/ coaching, supporting well-being of others.
Systems and IT Skills: IAProfs effectively use business systems/software to deliver IA outcomes e.g. sending emails, using word processing and spreadsheet software, work papers etc. to get the most out of their role.

Your training plan

You will be expected to study toward the Level 7 Professional Apprenticeship in Internal Auditing
The training, provided by Birmingham City University, consists of eight modules undertaken part-time over three years and requires in-person attendance at BCU for three ‘intensive study’ days per module
The Apprenticeship is mapped to and includes the Institute of Internal Auditors’ Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and Chartered Member of the IIA (CMIIA)

Requirements

Essential qualifications

Other in:

Undergraduate Degree or Equivalent (grade n/a)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working

Other requirements

Have an inquisitive approach, an ability to analyse and combine information from a wide range of sources to identify the root causes of issues and risks, and an interest in how these impact organisational priorities. Can communicate clearly and confidently with a wide range of people, delivering complex information sensitively and professionally.

About this company

Bristol University is one of the most popular and successful universities in the UK, ranked 54th in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2025. https://bristol.ac.uk/inclusion/diversify-your-workforce/join-us/ (opens in new tab)

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After this apprenticeship

Possible full-time employment in internal audit. A permanent role may be offered at the University of Bristol on successful completion of the apprenticeship

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL

Rebecca Scott

uob-apprenticeships@bristol.ac.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000315536.

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Closes in 19 days (Monday 5 May 2025 at 11:59pm)

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