Risk and Assurance Manager

Job Title: Risk and Assurance Manager Salary: £46,000 per annumHours: 37.5 Hours Per WeekType: 6 Month FTCLocation: Kidderminster, DY11 | Hybrid Start Date: ASAPWe are seeking a Risk and Assurance Manager to safeguard our organisation through effective risk management and assurance practices. This role requires a clear understanding of risk management frameworks, with responsibilities that include managing operational risks, assessing internal controls, and maintaining the assurance framework. The successful candidate will work closely with operational risk managers and act as a risk champion within the business.Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing the risk assurance framework, focusing on the maintenance of operational risks and assessment of internal controls.
• Work with operational risk managers to:
  • Review all operational risks to ensure accuracy and currency, removing duplicates or outdated risks.
  • Review risk controls to ensure adequacy and design.
  • Ensure the accuracy and currency of the risk management information system.
• Manage and maintain an assurance framework, ensuring the Assets and Liabilities Register meets external regulatory requirements.
• Lead assessments on the completion of low-risk internal audit recommendations, confirming design, adequacy, and implementation.
• Act as a risk champion, supporting colleagues in developing effective risk management strategies and increasing risk maturity.

Qualifications and Experience

• Strong knowledge of best practices in assessing, documenting, and managing risk and compliance.
• Experience in governance, risk compliance, or internal audit, particularly within social housing or a similar sector.
• Proven ability to develop policies, procedures, and board reports.
• Proficiency in using systems like Excel and SharePoint for recording and reporting information accurately.
• Qualified in International Certificate in Enterprise Risk Management or IIA (or working towards).

If you require any additional information regarding the position, please call David at Service Care Solutions on or send an E-Mail to