Head of Assurance, Northallerton

Head of Assurance

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Full time | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom Posted On 03/03/2026 Job Information City Northallerton Province North Yorkshire Postal Code DL6 Job Description 3 months contract with local authority This interim role focuses on providing strategic leadership in Assurance, Risk, and Compliance. The position is crucial for developing a comprehensive assurance framework that aligns with statutory obligations and strategic priorities. The role involves advising senior leadership, overseeing internal audits, and acting as a liaison with government bodies. It also includes embedding assurance processes into major investments and ensuring robust performance management aligned with strategic priorities. Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership on assurance, risk, and compliance. Develop and maintain a comprehensive assurance framework. Advise senior leadership and committees on risk and assurance matters. Represent the Authority in discussions with the Government regarding regional devolution. Oversee the internal audit program and ensure timely implementation of recommendations. Act as a liaison with internal auditors, regulators, and funding bodies. Integrate assurance processes into major investments and funding streams. Deliver appraisals of program and project business cases, ensuring due diligence. Lead internal program assurance, ensuring alignment with HM Treasury Green Book principles. Develop and implement a performance management framework aligned with strategic priorities. Advise senior leadership, elected members, and the Mayor on performance trends and risks. Lead strategic liaison with the Government for the Gateway Review process.

Requirements Requirements:

Knowledge of effective management of staff, budgets, and resources. In-depth knowledge of the UK economic framework relevant to the Combined Authority. Thorough understanding of the Combined Authority’s Growth Plan. Familiarity with investment evaluation tools (e.g., webTAG, cost/benefit). Significant knowledge of assurance frameworks and compliance processes. Understanding of contract management processes and UK contracting law. Understanding of State Aid/Subsidy Control principles. Understanding of commercial financial appraisal, including business case analysis. Experience in managing budgets and setting targets. Experience in leading project appraisals using HMT Green Book principles. Experience presenting detailed information to stakeholders at all levels. Experience in public sector procurement of services. Experience developing and implementing strategies in large organizations.

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Location:: Northallerton
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