Independent Member of Audit Committee

An exciting opportunity has arisen for two high calibre individuals to become independent members of Peterborough City Council's Audit Committee. The Audit Committee has a critical role to play in the governance of the authority, providing assurance of the Council's financial reporting, risk management and internal control systems.

Peterborough as a city is undergoing an exciting period of transformation and regeneration. The Audit Committee is at the heart of ensuring that the Council follows good financial control and governance.

These roles provide the unique opportunity to work closely with elected councillors on the committee to provide assurance of the council's risk management and internal control systems as we transform our organisation. You will be independently minded and together with a knowledge of accounting and business, will have broad experience of organisational change in large businesses/corporations, together with the ability to grasp complex issues quickly.

Anyone who wishes to be considered for the role must not:

• Have a criminal conviction
• Be an undischarged bankrupt
• Have any significant business dealings with the Council
• Be currently actively engaged in politics or be a member of a political party

If this opportunity interests you, but you would like to discuss it further please telephone Satinder Sahota, Director of Law and Governance and Monitoring Officer, on or email satinde or Christine Marshall, Executive Director of Corporate Services, on or email christine.

A further detailed job description is outlined below. Annual remuneration for the post will be £1500.00 p.a.

Closing Date:
Friday 27 March 2026

Interview Date:
Wednesday 15 April 2026

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to fostering diversity, advancing equity, and building an inclusive workplace for everyone. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and particularly encourage those from underrepresented groups, including disabled people, care leavers, and individuals from minority ethnic communities. Your unique perspectives and experiences are encouraged and valued and will play a vital role in our success.

We are committed to making our recruitment process as accessible as possible. If you are disabled and require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact pccrec we will work with you to meet your needs.