Internal Audit, Risk Advisory & Assurance - All Levels

• Work on high-profile Commonwealth Government engagements and complex projects
• Competitive remuneration, flexible working arrangements and career progression
• Australian Citizenship Required

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

PERSOL is partnering with highly regarded consulting and professional services organisations in Canberra to identify talented professionals across Internal Audit, Risk Advisory and Program & Project Assurance.

We are seeking professionals at all levels, from Consultant through to Senior Director, interested in exploring opportunities within consulting and advisory.

These opportunities offer exposure to Commonwealth Government departments, public sector agencies and private sector organisations, delivering meaningful engagements that support improved governance, risk management, organisational performance and project delivery.

Whether you are looking to progress your consulting career, transition from government into professional services or explore a senior leadership opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

AREAS OF OPPORTUNITY

Internal Audit & Assurance

- Internal audit planning, delivery and reporting
- Financial, operational and compliance audits
- Governance, risk and internal control reviews
- Audit methodologies, control testing and assurance frameworks

Risk Advisory & Governance

- Enterprise risk management and strategic risk advisory
- Governance frameworks and organisational effectiveness
- Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC)
- Risk assessments, controls and compliance reviews

Program & Project Assurance

- Independent program and project assurance reviews
- Project governance, delivery confidence and health checks
- Gateway reviews and assurance of major government initiatives
- Program and project risk management
- Portfolio, Program and Project Management Office (PMO) assurance
- Benefits realisation and project delivery effectiveness

ABOUT THE ROLES

Depending on your experience, specialisation and seniority, you will contribute to or lead a range of consulting and advisory engagements.

Responsibilities may include:

- Planning, delivering and managing audit, risk and assurance engagements
- Assessing governance arrangements, risk frameworks and internal controls
- Conducting independent reviews of complex programs and projects
- Developing engagement scopes, work programs and assessment methodologies
- Identifying risks, control weaknesses and opportunities for improvement
- Preparing practical, commercially focused findings and recommendations
- Engaging with clients, executive teams and senior government stakeholders
- Supporting business development, team leadership and practice growth at senior levels

ABOUT YOU

We are interested in professionals from specialist consulting firms, Big Four and mid-tier professional services organisations, Commonwealth Government departments and relevant private sector environments.

You may specialise in one discipline or bring broader experience across governance, risk, audit, assurance and program delivery.

We welcome applications from:

- Consultants and Senior Consultants looking to develop their technical and consulting capabilities

- Managers and Senior Managers with experience leading engagements, managing client relationships and developing teams

- Directors and Senior Directors with established technical expertise, commercial acumen and practice leadership experience

QUALIFICATIONS & ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Relevant qualifications and experience may include:

- CA, CPA, CIA, CISA, CRMA or other professional qualifications
- Tertiary qualifications in accounting, finance, business, commerce, public policy, project management or related disciplines
- Program and project management certifications, including PRINCE2, MSP, PMP or Agile
- Experience working within Commonwealth Government or public sector environments

Given the nature of Canberra-based consulting engagements, Australian citizenship and the ability to obtain an Australian Government security clearance will be highly regarded. An existing Baseline, NV1 or NV2 clearance may be advantageous or required for certain opportunities.

WHY CONSIDER THESE OPPORTUNITIES?

Join established and growing consulting environments, delivering varied and meaningful engagements across some of Australia's most complex organisations and government initiatives.

Depending on the organisation and opportunity, benefits may include:

- Competitive remuneration aligned with your experience and seniority
- Genuine career progression and professional development
- Exposure to high-profile Commonwealth Government engagements
- Opportunities to broaden your technical expertise
- Leadership, business development and practice growth opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements, subject to client requirements

Whether you are actively seeking your next opportunity or simply interested in understanding what the Canberra consulting market has to offer, we welcome confidential conversations with professionals at all stages of their careers.

APPLY NOW

For a confidential discussion about current and upcoming opportunities across Internal Audit, Risk Advisory and Program & Project Assurance, please contact:

Oliver Hall
Senior Recruitment Consultant | PERSOL
Email: oliver.hall@persolapac.com

Alternatively, apply directly with your current CV, and we will be in touch to discuss opportunities aligned with your experience, interests and career aspirations.

Who we are

At PERSOL, we connect people to meaningful work and growth.
With decades of experience and a future-focused mindset, we're here to support your career journey. We offer fresh opportunities, trusted guidance, and a people-first approach.

We're committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace that embraces diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives.
We strongly encourage applications from women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, and individuals from all communities.

Ready to make your next move? Apply now to join our team.

To learn more about life at PERSOL, visit persolaustralia.com
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Consultant

Oliver.Hall@persolapac.com

Reference number: 210401297
Profession:AccountingAccountant - Audit/Bus. Services

Company: Programmed Skilled Workforce
Date posted: 12th Nov, 2026