Corporate Risk Officer - REQ04536 - 429758

Medirest Signature; Motherwell; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Motherwell seeks a Risk Management professional to enhance their Audit and Risk Management services. The role involves innovative application of risk management tools, supporting strategic objectives, and requires significant experience in risk management. Benefits include flexible working arrangements, extensive learning opportunities, and 27 days of annual leave.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

6 public holidays

Wellbeing benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant risk management experience in large organizations.
• Experience in developing risk registers.
• Membership of a recognized Risk Management body is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive Audit and Risk Management service.
• Ensure Risk Management strategy supports council objectives.
• Innovate in the application of Risk Management tools.

Skills

Risk management

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

HND/SVQ4/degree level or equivalent

Job description

INTERNAL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY VIA MYSELF

Salary: NLC10 £39,829 - £45,696

We have a shared ambition for inclusive growth and prosperity for all, where North Lanarkshire is the place to Live, Learn, Work, Invest and Visit.

We are seeking an experienced Risk Management professional to join our well-regarded team responsible for providing a comprehensive, efficient, and effective Audit and Risk Management service across the council.

You will play a critical role in helping the council achieve its objectives by innovating in the application of Risk Management tools and techniques and ensuring the Risk Management strategy supports the delivery of the council's refreshed Programme of Work and The Plan for North Lanarkshire.

Working a hybrid model of home and office-based work within Civic Centre, Motherwell, you will be a confident, enthusiastic, and self-motivated team player with a positive attitude and a drive for continual improvement. You should be a creative thinker with a professional approach to engaging with colleagues at all levels, contributing to a quality Risk Management service across the council.

Qualifications include education to HND/SVQ4/degree level or equivalent. You should have significant risk management experience in a large public or private sector organization, including delivering risk management initiatives, advising on risk management, developing and monitoring risk registers, and developing management information such as risk trends and costs. Membership of a recognized Risk Management body and a relevant qualification are desirable.

The job description provides an overview of the duties and specific tasks involved. Flexibility in work patterns, including reduced hours and part-time options, may be available. For further discussion, contact Donald Stone, Corporate Risk Manager, at [e-mail].

Working at North Lanarkshire Council

If you're considering a career with us, you'll benefit from a great package of benefits, including 27 days annual leave, 6 public holidays, and a range of wellbeing, financial, and family benefits. More information is available at work well NL. We also offer extensive learning and development opportunities through our Learning Academy, LearnNL.

For more information on careers in local government, visit the myjobscotland career hub.

Flexible Working and Inclusion

North Lanarkshire Council is happy to discuss flexible working arrangements and operates a Smarter Working Policy.

We are a Disability Confident Leader and guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. We also support service personnel, veterans, and their families through guaranteed interview schemes, provided they meet the job requirements.

We are committed to #KeepingThePromise, supporting care-experienced individuals with guaranteed interviews if they meet the essential criteria.

Additional Information

The Plan for North Lanarkshire aims to make it the place to live, learn, work, invest, and visit. We recognize the importance of work for wellbeing and are committed to Fair Work principles, promoting effective voice, fulfilment, opportunity, respect, and security.

Alternative application packs in formats such as Large Print, Braille, and Audio can be requested by calling 01698 403151.

Further information about the selection process is available through our Easy Read documents: Easy Read - My NL.