Senior Consultant - Internal audit

Senior Consultant – Internal Audit & Risk Advisory

About the Company

Our client is a leading global professional services firm with a market-leading Risk Advisory practice. They work with some of Australia's largest organisations across the public and private sectors, helping clients strengthen governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks through innovative, risk-based assurance solutions.

With a strong focus on collaboration, professional development, and delivering exceptional client outcomes, they provide a supportive environment where high-performing professionals can build rewarding and long-term careers.

The OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced Senior Consultant to join a growing Internal Audit & Risk Advisory team. This role offers the opportunity to lead complex internal audit engagements, work closely with senior client stakeholders, and contribute to the continued growth of a high-performing practice.

You will play a key role in delivering risk and assurance projects across a diverse client portfolio while mentoring junior team members and supporting business development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Internal Audit Delivery

• Lead and deliver internal audit and risk assurance engagements across a range of industries and sectors
• Plan, execute, and report on internal audit assignments in accordance with professional standards and firm methodologies
• Identify control gaps, process improvement opportunities, and emerging risks
• Develop practical, value-adding recommendations to enhance governance and control environments
• Prepare high-quality audit reports and present findings to senior management and audit committees

Risk, Governance & Controls

• Assess governance frameworks, risk management processes, and internal control environments
• Support internal audit outsourcing and co-sourcing arrangements
• Contribute to the development of risk-based internal audit plans and enterprise risk assessments
• Provide insights on emerging risks, regulatory developments, and industry best practices
• Assist clients in strengthening risk and compliance frameworks

Team Leadership & Development

• Manage, coach, and develop Consultants, Analysts, and junior team members
• Allocate work, monitor project progress, and ensure delivery against deadlines
• Provide constructive feedback and support performance development
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture

Business Development & Practice Growth

• Build and maintain strong relationships with client stakeholders
• Identify opportunities to expand service offerings within existing client portfolios
• Support proposal development, tenders, and client presentations
• Contribute to thought leadership, methodology enhancements, and service innovation initiatives

Skills & Experience

Technical Capabilities

• 4+ years' experience in Internal Audit, Risk Advisory, External Audit, or Controls Assurance within a professional services environment
• Strong understanding of governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks
• Knowledge of IIA Standards, COSO, and risk-based auditing methodologies
• Experience managing audit engagements from planning through to reporting
• Excellent report writing, analytical, and presentation skills
• Relevant qualifications such as CA, CPA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent will be highly regarded

Commercial & Interpersonal Skills

• Proven ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities
• Strong stakeholder management and client relationship skills
• Confident communicator with the ability to engage senior executives and boards
• Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and mentoring capability
• Commercially minded with a strong client-focused approach

Why This

Role?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected advisory practice and work with leading organisations on complex and impactful projects. You will gain exposure to senior decision-makers, contribute to strategic client outcomes, and accelerate your career within a globally recognised professional services environment.

In return, you will benefit from:

• Exposure to a diverse and high-profile client portfolio
• Structured career progression and professional development
• Flexible working arrangements
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Competitive remuneration and benefits package

If you are interested in learning more, please contact

Brendan Ward on 0434 623 575 or email your CV to ***email_hidden*** for a confidential discussion.