We are looking to recruit for work placements to support our audit services team during the summer months.

These are short, fixed term roles and will provide successful candidates with the opportunity to undertake meaningful and interesting work supporting the audit of town and community councils and other local government bodies.

We are looking for candidates are passionate about the public sector, who may be studying for accounting and finance qualification and are looking for experience of an external audit environment; but a relevant degree isn’t necessary. The ability to follow process, be happy to work as part of a team and have strong discipline and motivation to operate within a hybrid working environment.  A good sense of initiative and excellent communication skills are also key.

Who are Audit Wales

We’re the independent public sector audit body within Wales; our unique role is to assure the people of Wales that public money is being well spent and to inspire the public sector to improve. Our work is having real impact on local communities; some of our recent national work has looked at fuel poverty, COVID-19, homelessness and climate change.

Working for us

Audit Wales is a fun and friendly place to work, with an incredibly supportive culture. We’re passionate about working in the Welsh public sector and making a difference to local communities. At Audit Wales, we genuinely care about our people and about providing an environment that encourages a positive work-life balance. We are a proud Working Families employer and have Living Wage accreditation, our generous annual leave allowance, family friendly and flexible working policies are just some of the reasons why we’re a great place to work.

We are growing a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we work within and the skills, experiences and perspectives they will offer and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds.

Find out more

Further information on the main responsibilities and the skills and experience required for the role can be found in the job description. For an informal discussion on the role please contact Deryck Evans on 02920 320559.

Please note, Welsh language skills are desirable for this role.

Closing date for applications is midnight on 7th May 2024. Interviews will be held in person at our Cardiff Office w/c 20 May 2024.

When applying online please remember to press the continue button following submission of your application – once you have done this you will receive an acknowledgement to confirm your application has been submitted.  If you do not receive an acknowledgement, please contact HRandpayroll@audit.wales