Independent Audit Committee Member
at Greater London Authority Armed Forces Covenant Disability Confident Employer UK Skilled Worker EmployerGreater London Authority Independent Audit Committee Members – Ref 1358 Remuneration: £12,000 per annum Locations: London The Greater London Authority (GLA) is London's strategic, city-wide governing body. Unlike borough councils, the GLA does not deliver most local services directly; instead, it provides leadership and long term vision for the capital across a range of areas, whilst representing the interests of Londoners and shaping the capital's economic, social and environmental future. The GLA brings together two core political components: The Mayor of London, who acts as the executive leader, responsible for setting London wide strategies and making key decisions, and the London Assembly, which is made up of 25 elected members, and holds the Mayor of London to account by scrutinising strategies, decisions, policies and the budget. In advance of statutory requirements, introduced through the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Act 2026, the Mayor of London is now establishing a new Audit Committee. The Committee will play a central role in strengthening governance, financial oversight, risk management, internal control, audit assurance and value for money across the GLA, whilst providing assurance to the Mayor of London. Responsibilities The GLA are seeking to appoint two Independent Members of the Audit Committee. As a Member of the Audit Committee, you will be responsible for providing robust challenge and assurance within one of the UK's most visible public bodies. You will support the Chair of Audit Committee in shaping a strong culture of accountability, transparency and continuous improvement. Applications are welcomed from experienced Board Members from a range of professional backgrounds, including:
- Financial Management
- Audit
- Risk Management
- Housing development and regeneration
- Technology and Cyber Security Closing date: no later than 23.59 on 23 October 2026 To book a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Anna Tan, [email protected] or Laura Spurgin, [email protected] Role For further information on the role, including details of how to apply, please download the Candidate Information Pack under Supporting Documents below. Please note that your application will be assessed on receipt and you may be invited to attend a preliminary interview with Veredus: SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION CANDIDATE INFORMATION PACK CONFLICTS OF INTEREST QUESTIONNAIRE As part of the process, you are required to complete the following online forms: DIVERSITY MONITORING FORM (CS) – Fill in form CANDIDATE SUPPORTING INFORMATION FORM – Fill in form If Applicable, Please Also Complete And Return The Following PLEASE ENSURE ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (CV / SUPPORTING STATEMENT / COMPLETED FORMS) ARE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE
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