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The University of Newcastle is seeking an experienced Internal Audit Manager to lead and coordinate the delivery of its internal audit program, providing independent, objective assurance and strategic advice to support effective governance, risk management and organisational performance.

Reporting to the Chief Audit Executive within the Legal and Governance portfolio, you will play an influential role in shaping and delivering the University's risk-based Internal Audit Plan, working closely with senior stakeholders, the Risk Committee and external audit providers.

This is an chance to make a meaningful impact within a complex, multi-campus organisation. With responsibility for managing the University's outsourced internal audit arrangements, you will work across the full audit lifecycle, from strategic planning and risk assessment through to audit delivery, reporting and the monitoring of management actions.

You will also have the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing evolution of the University's internal audit operating model, providing strategic insights and advice on different delivery approaches, including outsourced, co-sourced and in-house arrangements.

Working collaboratively across the University, you will help identify opportunities to strengthen internal controls, improve operational practices and embed effective risk management, ensuring internal audit delivers practical value and supports the University's strategic objectives.

The role

Lead the development and implementation of the University's risk-based Internal Audit Plan, ensuring audit priorities align with organisational strategy, emerging risks and governance requirements.





- Manage outsourced internal audit providers and coordinate audit activities end to end, ensuring high-quality assurance services and effective delivery.
- Partner with senior leaders and stakeholders across the University to scope audits, assess risks and identify opportunities to strengthen governance, internal controls and operational effectiveness.
- Provide independent advice, insights and practical recommendations to management and governance committees, supporting informed decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Monitor audit findings and management action plans, ensuring recommendations are appropriately addressed and improvements are embedded.
- Oversee internal audit quality and continuous improvement, including quality assurance activities and alignment with professional auditing standards.
- Prepare high-quality reports and advice for the Executive Leadership Team, Risk Committee and other governance stakeholders.

About you

You are an accomplished internal audit professional with strong technical expertise and the ability to influence outcomes in a complex organisational environment. You bring a strategic, risk-based approach to auditing and the confidence to engage with stakeholders at all levels, translating audit findings into meaningful improvements.

You will also have:





- Extensive experience in internal auditing, including audit planning, risk assessment, delivery and reporting.
- Strong knowledge of internal audit frameworks, professional standards, governance, risk management and internal control environments.
- Demonstrated experience managing external audit providers and coordinating complex audit programs.
- Highly developed stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and influence senior decisionmakers.
- Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes.
- A relevant tertiary qualification in accounting, finance, business or a related discipline.

A CPA, CA or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) qualification will be highly regarded.

This continuing role is full time at a HEW8 Higher Education Worker Level and is located at Callaghan Campus

About our University

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2030 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.

What we offer

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leade

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