Group Senior Internal Auditor

ukatomicenergyauthority

Abingdon, OXFORDSHIRE, United Kingdom · Abingdon · United Kingdom

Posted May 5, 2026

Full-time
Hybrid
Risk and Assurance
Mid-Senior Level

Job description

Company Description By 2050, the planet could be using twice as much electricity compared to today. Are you interested in contributing and helping to shape the future of the world’s energy? If so, read on. Fusion, the process that powers the Sun and Stars, is one of the most promising options for generating the cleaner, carbon-free energy that our world badly needs. UKAEA leads the way in realizing fusion energy, partnering with industry and research for ground breaking advancements. Our goal is to bring fusion electricity to the grid, supported by tomorrow's power stations. In pursuit of our mission, UKAEA embraces core values: Innovative, Committed, Trusted, and Collaborative. As an employee of UKAEA you will benefit from: Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found at the end of this advert. Corporate bonus scheme up to 7 % and a Relocation allowance (if eligible). Flexible working options including family friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of your employment. Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders, Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays Wide range of career development opportunities A vibrant culture committed to equality and being fully inclusive What to expect in our recruitment process: For a step-by-step overview of how we hire from application to offer please see our Recruitment Process page: careers.ukaea.uk/join-us/recruitment-process Job Description The salary for this role is £51,317 + excellent benefits including outstanding pension . Onsite working is expected for 3 days each week, however, we actively support requests for flexible working. This role can be based at any of the following sites: Culham, Oxfordshire. This role requires employees to be eligible for SC Clearance (must have resided in the UK for the last 5 years) , including The Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks for criminal convictions and possibly a search of open source data. The Role Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference? Join our team and contribute to the future of fusion energy. As Group Senior Internal Auditor , you will play a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of the UKAEA Group’s strategic goals utilising a collaborative approach with key stakeholders and assisting the Group Internal Audit Function in managing and implementing the audit programme, which is one of the main drivers of continuous improvement within the organisation. You will also be driving the business in the development and promotion of a proactive culture for assurance and acting as a Deputy to the Group Systems Audit Manager ensuring compliance and continual improvement of the Group’s Internal Audit programme. Additional Responsibilities: Planning, conducting and delivering audit assignments as required including the whole audit lifecycle from development of audit terms of reference, planning and leading fieldwork, and formulating audit conclusions to generation of audit reports and presenting to senior management. Supporting in the planning and implementation of the audit programme including development of the audit plan and co-ordination of audit resource, including budgets. Co-ordinating internal audit resources including ensuring appropriate competencies are maintained against an appropriate training matrix. Liaising with senior management in the generation of actions to address audit recommendations, including root cause analysis and consideration of risk exposures and review implementation of actions. Collaborating with the QSHERA Directorate Senior Leadership Team to assist the roles to drive continuous improvement of the UKAEA risk management and control frameworks. Qualifications Essential Requirements: Qualified as an Internal Auditor (CMIIA or CIA) or Internal Audit Practitioner with significant experience or extensive internal audit experience. Degree or higher degree. Highly developed organisational awareness, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate, influence and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders. Data analytics skills and highly IT numerate. Strong Microsoft Office skills including SharePoint. Desirable Requirements: Power Platform experience desirable. Additional Information A full list of our benefits can be found here https://careers.ukaea.uk/life-at-ukaea/employee-benefits/ UKAEA’s mission is clean energy for all, and we welcome talented people from all backgrounds to help us achieve this goal. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and strive to ensure fair representation across our workforce. We particularly encourage applications from groups currently underrepresented in STEM, including women and individuals from diverse ethnic backgrounds, while ensuring all appointments are made on merit. UK Atomic Energy Authority is committed to being accessible. Please email talent@ukaea.uk if you have any questions or require help or adjustments to compete on a fair basis, for example, changes to the way we interview or share information. Please note that vacancies are generally advertised for 4 weeks but may close earlier if we receive a large number of applications.