Posted 24 June, 2026
Assistant Internal Auditor
Trinity College Dublin
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Full Time
Reference: 830132320
Job Title : Assistant Internal Auditor
Pay Scale : Administrative 1
Closing Date : 06-Jul-2026 12:00
Contact Email : [email protected]
About Trinity:
Trinity is Ireland's leading university and is ranked 75th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026). Founded in 1592, the University is steeped in history with a reputation for excellence in education, research, and innovation, which has been inspiring generations of thinkers for over 400 years. Thrive: Trinity College Dublin's Strategic Plan 2025 - 2030
Post Summary
To support the delivery of a professional and effective Internal Audit service for the University by planning, managing and performing a range of audit reviews across all areas and activities of the University, and associated administrative duties. To engage in and drive a risk-based auditing approach across a diverse range of activities with a strong focus on operational and strategic issues in a challenging and complex environment. To contribute to the continuous improvement of both the Internal Audit function and the University as a whole.
Post status: Specific Purpose Contract
The specific purpose of this employment is to fill a vacancy on a temporary basis pending the return of the postholder from a career break. Employment is not offered on an indefinite duration basis as the original postholder is expected to return. If the postholder does not return to work the post will be filled through open competition.
Hours of Post: 35 hours per week
Salary: This appointment will be made on the Administrative 1 (Points 1-3), Salary Scale (€70,942 - €91,774 per annum at a point in line with current Government pay policy. monthly/weekly payscales. (tcd.ie)
How to apply:
In order to assist the selection process, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter (1x A4 page) that specifically address the following points in their application.
• Applicants should clearly address their experience and how they obtained their knowledge in their application.
• Illustrate, through past example, their ability to work on their own initiative and resolve problems.
Please note:
Applicants who do not address the application requirements above in their cover letter will not be considered at the short list stage.
Applications must be submitted by the closing date specified through eRecruitment.
Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system.
Please see the Job Description below for this position.
Informal enquiries about this post should be made to Fiona McAuliffe, Internal Auditor at [email protected]
Application queries about this post, please email the Recruitment Partner at E:[email protected] and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading.
Our Values - putting our words into action
Values matter. They are key to the success of our Strategic Plan. We centre our behavioural values around the importance of belonging. We recognise that the university will thrive by each of us respecting and caring for one another. We know we can achieve much more through working together. We know too that we must take responsibility for our actions and be accountable. We must, and will never stop, imagining. And through being nature positive we connect not just with the environment but with our ambitions for a sustainable future.
At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Trinity welcomes applications from all individuals, including those applicants with disabilities, those who may have had non-traditional career paths, those who have taken time out for reasons including family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants including those who have been displaced due to war.
Trinity College Dublin is Ireland's premier University. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and we hold an Athena Swan Silver award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and in the Higher Education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work-life balance and to creating a family-friendly working environment.
Pay Scale : Administrative 1
Closing Date : 06-Jul-2026 12:00
Contact Email : [email protected]
About Trinity:
Trinity is Ireland's leading university and is ranked 75th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026). Founded in 1592, the University is steeped in history with a reputation for excellence in education, research, and innovation, which has been inspiring generations of thinkers for over 400 years. Thrive: Trinity College Dublin's Strategic Plan 2025 - 2030
Post Summary
To support the delivery of a professional and effective Internal Audit service for the University by planning, managing and performing a range of audit reviews across all areas and activities of the University, and associated administrative duties. To engage in and drive a risk-based auditing approach across a diverse range of activities with a strong focus on operational and strategic issues in a challenging and complex environment. To contribute to the continuous improvement of both the Internal Audit function and the University as a whole.
Post status: Specific Purpose Contract
The specific purpose of this employment is to fill a vacancy on a temporary basis pending the return of the postholder from a career break. Employment is not offered on an indefinite duration basis as the original postholder is expected to return. If the postholder does not return to work the post will be filled through open competition.
Hours of Post: 35 hours per week
Salary: This appointment will be made on the Administrative 1 (Points 1-3), Salary Scale (€70,942 - €91,774 per annum at a point in line with current Government pay policy. monthly/weekly payscales. (tcd.ie)
How to apply:
In order to assist the selection process, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter (1x A4 page) that specifically address the following points in their application.
• Applicants should clearly address their experience and how they obtained their knowledge in their application.
• Illustrate, through past example, their ability to work on their own initiative and resolve problems.
Please note:
Applicants who do not address the application requirements above in their cover letter will not be considered at the short list stage.
Applications must be submitted by the closing date specified through eRecruitment.
Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system.
Please see the Job Description below for this position.
Informal enquiries about this post should be made to Fiona McAuliffe, Internal Auditor at [email protected]
Application queries about this post, please email the Recruitment Partner at E:[email protected] and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading.
Our Values - putting our words into action
Values matter. They are key to the success of our Strategic Plan. We centre our behavioural values around the importance of belonging. We recognise that the university will thrive by each of us respecting and caring for one another. We know we can achieve much more through working together. We know too that we must take responsibility for our actions and be accountable. We must, and will never stop, imagining. And through being nature positive we connect not just with the environment but with our ambitions for a sustainable future.
At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Trinity welcomes applications from all individuals, including those applicants with disabilities, those who may have had non-traditional career paths, those who have taken time out for reasons including family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants including those who have been displaced due to war.
Trinity College Dublin is Ireland's premier University. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and we hold an Athena Swan Silver award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and in the Higher Education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work-life balance and to creating a family-friendly working environment.
