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A reputable housing provider in London is seeking a highly skilled Risk and Internal Control Manager to strengthen governance, protect assets, safeguard residents and ensure robust risk management across the organisation. This is a trusted adviser role with direct exposure to the Board, Executive Management Team, and senior leaders, offering the opportunity to influence strategic and operational decision-making.
You will develop and embed a comprehensive risk management and internal controls framework, safeguard business continuity, and ensure the organisation meets regulatory and audit requirements.
Location: Head Office in London (with regular travel to local housing centres)Salary: £44,000 - £49,000 per annumHours: Permanent, Full-Time (35 hours per week)
Key Responsibilities
- Champion a culture of risk awareness and compliance across the organisation.
- Maintain, review, and quality-check operational and strategic risk registers.
- Develop and implement frameworks for risk, resilience, and business continuity.
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging risks.
- Lead internal audit processes, liaising with internal and external auditors.
- Report regularly to the Executive Management Team, Audit & Risk Committee, and Board.
- Support managers in addressing audit findings and implementing corrective actions.
- Provide training to leaders on risk, crisis management, and incident response.
About You
- Educated to A-Level/Degree level; professional risk/audit qualifications desirable (Institute of Risk Management, Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors).
- Significant experience in a risk management or audit role, preferably in housing, public sector, or regulated services.
- Proven track record of developing risk management frameworks and interpreting complex data.
- Excellent relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively with Board members and senior leaders.
- Strong business acumen, analytical skills, and attention to detail.
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and confident with other data/reporting tools.
This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive, detail-focused professional to join a sector-leading housing provider and play a pivotal role in safeguarding residents, services, and assets.
