Risk Management Professional Wanted
We are seeking an experienced risk management professional to lead our risk function and provide strategic guidance. This role oversees integrated risk and compliance functions.
The ideal candidate will have a background in risk management, assurance, business continuity, and audit with exposure to the education sector or similar research bodies highly regarded although not essential.
As a key leader, you will have the opportunity to shape our long-term vision, direction, and commercial aspirations.
You will be part of a vibrant community that values innovation, forward-thinking, and strategic partnerships.
Opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping risk strategies and driving excellence in risk management practices.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and cultivate a culture of risk management excellence.
* Oversee integrated risk and compliance functions ensuring alignment with organisational goals and regulatory requirements.
* Plan, develop, and enhance an effective risk management framework ensuring compliance with legislation and education requirements.
* Oversee the development and management of an independent internal audit service to mitigate risks and enhance governance processes.
* Develop and maintain Critical Incident Management Policy and Business Continuity Plans to ensure effective risk mitigation.
* Manage risk financing arrangements and oversee insurance renewals to mitigate risks.
* Provide specialist privacy risk and compliance advice.
* Regularly review and analyse risk management and audit functions providing recommendations to Senior Executive for continuous improvement.
* As the most senior risk advisor in the business the CRO will provide strategic risk guidance to senior leadership interfacing with the board government entities and the audit risk committee.
* Manage the internal audit contract liaising directly CEO and overseeing audit processes to ensure compliance and effective risk mitigation.
* Lead business continuity planning efforts ensuring the organisation's resilience in the face of potential disruptions.
* Oversee a team of seasoned risk management professionals providing leadership and guidance in risk assurance business continuity and audit functions.
* Drive initiatives to enhance risk management practices bringing improvements and best practices to the organisation while keeping abreast of regulatory changes.