Group Internal Auditor in St Austell

We are looking for an Internal Auditor to join our team and support the Head of Internal Audit and Risk in strengthening governance, improving controls and driving positive change across the organisation. In this role, you will work closely with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels, gaining a deep understanding of how different functions operate, the risks they face and how controls work in practice. You will help design and deliver risk-based audits that provide meaningful insight, and you will play a key role in monitoring progress against agreed actions to ensure improvements are fully embedded and sustained.

As an Internal Auditor, you will provide independent and objective assurance that helps the organisation make informed decisions, manage risk effectively and continually enhance its internal control environment. By identifying opportunities for improvement and offering practical, forward-thinking recommendations, you will directly support the organisation in achieving its strategic goals and championing a culture of accountability, integrity and continuous improvement.

About you:

• Experience working in Internal Audit, Risk, Governance or a related assurance role.
• Working knowledge of governance, risk management and internal control frameworks, ideally within a regulated or complex organisation.
• Familiarity with the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) and its practical application.
• Experience supporting or delivering audit planning, fieldwork, reporting and follow-up activities.
• Strong analytical skills to identify risks, control gaps and areas for improvement.
• Clear and confident written and verbal communication skills; the ability to explain audit findings to auditees and to build positive and collaborative relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience using or supporting digital audit tools, data analytics or dashboards is desirable.
• Practical experience managing documentation and collaboration tools such as SharePoint, including version control and information organisation.
• High standards of integrity, competence, independence and confidentiality, in line with the IIA's professional conduct standards.

What we offer in return:

• 25 days' annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays)
• Company bonus scheme
• 30% discount on food & drink within our managed pubs & Visitors Centre shop
• 50% discount on accommodation within the managed estate
• Fantastic training & career development opportunities
• Pension Scheme - 4% Employee and Employer. Can increase to 5% if required
• Cycle to work scheme
• Westfield Health cash plan – Claim money back for Dental, Eye Care, Physio etc.
• Westfield Rewards – Shopping rewards

St Austell Brewery is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome requests for flexible working.

Early applications are encouraged as we will review applications throughout the recruitment process and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.