Business Governance and Risk Associate

Co-op Group; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A major retail organization in the UK is seeking a Business Governance and Risk Associate to support key governance and compliance activities. This role involves assisting in report creation, managing risks, and providing guidance within the team. Ideal candidates will have a background in business management and strong problem-solving abilities. The position offers a hybrid working model between Manchester and Scunthorpe, plus competitive benefits.

Benefits

Annual bonus

28 days holiday

Up to 10% pension contributions

30% discount on Co-op products

Virtual healthcare support

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Some knowledge of governance, compliance, or business management.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to spot patterns in data.
• Strong attention to detail and the confidence to ask questions and challenge when needed.
• Good communication, reporting, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Support key governance, risk, and compliance activities across Co-op Wholesale.
• Help put the right processes in place to manage risk and support decision-making.
• Assist in creating clear and engaging reports and presentations for senior leaders.
• Provide helpful advice to colleagues on governance and risk-related topics.
• Help run governance meetings and spot potential risks.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Reporting skills

Presentation skills

Education

Study of business management or related field

Job description

Business Governance and Risk Associate
£33,000 to £38,000 plus great benefits (Work Level 6A)
Location: Manchester/Scunthorpe (hybrid working - typically two to three days per week spent across our Manchester and Scunthorpe offices, with at least one day each week based in Scunthorpe)

Co-op Wholesale is growing, and we're looking for people who want to help shape what comes next. As a Business Governance and Risk Associate in our Business Management, Governance and Risk team, you'll assist your colleagues to make sure we run things smoothly and responsibly. You'll support how we manage risk, stay compliant, and make smart decisions. You'll also play a part in how we show up to senior audiences; helping to create reports and presentations that our leadership team can use to tell the right story.

If you've studied business management or have a basic understanding of how organisations work, and you're eager to learn more about governance, risk, and compliance, this could be a brilliant first step in your career.

Why this role matters

We're building something big at Co-op Wholesale. With a refreshed structure and exciting plans ahead, we're creating new opportunities to strengthen our proposition for our independent retailers, key accounts, and growing corporate client base. To do so, we need to stay on top of risks and governance. That's where you come in.

This is your chance to help bring new ideas to life and make a real impact. Be part of it.

What you'll do

• Support key governance, risk, and compliance activities across Co-op Wholesale
• Help put the right processes in place to manage risk and support decision-making
• Assist in creating clear and engaging reports and presentations for senior leaders
• Provide helpful advice to colleagues on governance and risk‑related topics
• Help run governance meetings and spot potential risks

What you'll bring

• Some knowledge of governance, compliance, or business management
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to spot patterns in data
• Strong attention to detail and the confidence to ask questions and challenge when needed
• Good communication, reporting, and presentation skills

Why Co‑op?

At Co‑op, we're owned by our members. And because we're owned by you, we can do right by you. So when you join us, you're not just taking a job, you're joining a movement. We're an organisation that puts people and communities first, and we're powered by purpose. We want this to be a place where you can thrive, so you'll also receive:

• An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance)
• 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays
• A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
• 30% discount on Co‑op products and 10% off other brands
• Stream - early access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
• Virtual healthcare including GP appointments, mental health support, nutrition and fitness advice
• 24/7 colleague support service
• Training and support for your development and career progression
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme

A place you'll belong

We're building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone, and our support centre is an inclusive environment where all our colleagues can thrive.

If you have a disability, we'll make reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process. We're also proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme - if you're disabled and you meet the minimum criteria for this job, we'll guarantee you an interview.

Learn more about our recruitment process athttps://jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process

Explore our commitments to diversity, inclusion and wellbeing athttps://jobs.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-wellbeing

As part of your application, you'll need to complete an online assessment. This assessment typically takes up to 50 minutes. If you're a current Co‑op colleague, this does not need to be completed.