Audit Scotland delivers independent and robust audits of Scotland’s public sector, working on behalf of the Auditor General for Scotland and the Accounts Commission.
We are looking for two talented individuals to join the Board of Audit Scotland – one as the Chair and the other as a member. You will have excellent communication skills, the ability to challenge and influence decision making, current audit experience and an understanding of the issues facing public bodies in Scotland.
The appointments are for a fixed term of three years, with the possibility of renewal.
The time commitment for the Chair is 32 days per annum and attracts a daily fee rate of £488.28.
The time commitment for a member is 24 days per annum and attracts a daily fee rate of £380.87.
Audit Scotland has offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. The Board and its committees typically meet in the Edinburgh or Glasgow offices in-person.
Read information for applicants - Chair (217KB, pdf) posted 08 January 2026
Read information for applicants - Member (203KB, pdf) posted 08 January 2026
Complete an application form (Word document)
The closing date for receipt of applications is 12 noon, Wednesday 4 February 2026.
Email: [email protected]
Call: 0131 348 5178
Write to: The Scottish Parliament, Officeholder Services, Edinburgh EH99 1SP
For BSL users, please call via Contact Scotland BSL.
The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and treatment and to eliminating unfair discrimination in its employment/appointment practices.