We’re seeking an experienced Audit Program Lead to drive and continuously improve South East Water’s audit and assurance program. In this key role, you will lead a risk‑based audit program that delivers meaningful insights to management, executives, and the Board, while ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and organisational priorities.
You’ll oversee the end‑to‑end audit lifecycle, including planning, delivery, reporting, and follow‑up of actions, while managing internal and external audit providers. You may be required to conduct internal audits as required to support business needs. You will also coordinate organisational reporting and attestation requirements under the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018 (SOCI Act).
Key skills and experience:
- Strong experience in audit, risk, or assurance leadership
- Experience managing audit programs and external providers
- Knowledge of management systems and regulatory frameworks
- Ability to influence senior stakeholders and communicate complex insights
- Experience with SOCI or critical infrastructure risk management (desirable)
