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Welcome to the CareersinAudit.com Careers Advice area. Here you will find 100s of exclusive articles, information and resources about Audit jobs and the Audit, Risk, Compliance, Cyber Security, Data & Analytics industries.

Browse through our articles to find advice on how to get started in Audit, tips for creating your CV, what to expect in Audit job interviews, skill-building articles to help you move up the ladder in your Audit career, and articles on how to balance your work & personal life, and grow your confidence both in and outside of the workplace.

  • Real Life Career Stories: Lindsey Tyler, Head of Audit at Azets UK

    Lindsey Tyler, Head of Audit at Azets UK, shares her story on why she chose a career in Audit, what trends she is excited to see develop in the Audit space, and what it's like to work at her current company.
  • 2022 Audit Salary & Recruitment Trends Guide

    In 2020, the UK suffered its biggest economic slump since records began, so how has the market recovered and what is influencing audit salaries and the audit recruitment market in 2022?
  • Should You Change Audit Job in 2022?

    There’s no denying that we're currently in a ‘candidate-driven market’ where the demand for audit, assurance, risk and compliance professionals is comfortably buoyant. But from a career-perspective, is it the right time to be changing jobs? Let’s consider…
  • How to Transition Out of Audit

    If you’re planning a move away from your career in audit, you must be sure to carefully consider your next move so that you make the most of the opportunity to get it right. 
  • Audit Advice from my Future Self

    What advice would you give to your younger self when you were just starting out in Audit? We asked Carol McLachlan, our Audit Agony Aunt and qualified accountant with over 20 years of experience, what she would tell her fledgling self about a career in audit.
  • Back to the Future: Hybrid Auditing, the Best of all Worlds?

    Nobody really pretends (or ever did) that virtual is better than face to face: it’s simply different. And like many aspects of work and life, we are growing to embrace and indeed love the opportunities of the new hybrid world. And that of course applies to audit.
  • How to Audit in 2022

    As organisations worldwide have been forced to adapt to the new normal of a hybrid workplace, bent to the need for flexibility and worked harder to remain relevant and useful; the question is how does this apply to audit?
  • Questions to Ask at Your Internal Auditor Interview

    When preparing for your Internal Audit interview, there are certain questions you might want to ask that would give some clarity if this job is a good fit for you.
  • How to Prepare for Your Internal Audit Job Interview

    Internal audit job interviews are likely to cover four key areas. We look at what these are and what your interviewer is looking for.
  • What is Agile Auditing?

    In adopting an ‘Agile’ approach, Internal Audit teams can elevate their impact by generating insights and feedback at a much faster rate. But what is 'Agile' auditing?
  • Internal Audit vs External Audit: Which is best for you?

    There’s always two sides to every story and that includes a career in audit. The question is, is it the Internal Audit or External Audit side that is going to procure you your happily ever after?
  • Real Life Career Stories: Ben Kaye - Regional Head of Internal Audit at Kellogg's

    We speak with Ben Kaye, Regional Head of Internal Audit at Kellogg's about his role, how he got to where he is now, and what advice he has for others looking to build a career in internal audit.
  • Internal Audit and Diversity: Why Is It Important and How Can It Be Achieved?

    It's common knowledge that historically, internal audit roles have been predominately held by men and those with similar backgrounds. So, why is creating diversity within internal audit important and how can this be achieved?
  • How to Build Rapport with your Audit Clients

    How do you go about building relationships and rapport with your clients in order to facilitate an effective and thorough audit?
  • Post-Pandemic Talent Attraction: Are you prepared for the Talent Exodus?

    As businesses within the UK and Ireland set their sights on recovery and a return to business-as-usual, the threat of a huge talent exodus is looming on the horizon.
  • What is Quality Assurance Auditing?

    Quality assurance and audit are two very distinct functions, however when the two are married together they become a powerful tool to improve the quality, consistency, and reliability of a business’ operations.
  • How to Audit Yourself: Building on your Audit and People Skills

    To be a successful auditor there are skills you need that go beyond the technical expertise and necessary soft skills. Evaluate your performance with a self-audit!
  • Taking Responsibility for your Audit Career

    No matter your line of work, it’s important to have personal accountability in what you do and to take charge of your career and its development. This is absolutely true for careers in audit. We look at seven areas to explore to help you take responsibility for your audit career.
  • What to Include in Your Audit CV

    It may seem like the simplest part to getting a job in audit, but the ‘what’ and ‘how’ of your CV is arguably the most critical element.
  • Is Big Four Training Essential for an Auditor?

    Compared with other consultancies, starting your audit career in a Big Four firm certainly holds stature on the job market, but does the Big Four have the edge on Tier Two firms?