Group Health & Safety and Environmental Manager

ISEP; Peterborough; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Job summary

Pin Point Recruitment is partnering with an established organisation to recruit a Group Governance, Risk & Compliance Manager to lead governance, risk management, compliance and assurance across the Group from Peterborough.

This senior role works closely with the Site Director, Executive Leadership Team and Board to embed accountability, drive regulatory compliance and continuous improvement, and ensure resilience across the Group.

Qualifications

• Experience in governance, risk management and compliance in a senior role.
• Experience with enterprise risk management frameworks.
• Experience working with Boards and senior leadership teams.
• Ability to develop and implement governance frameworks and assurance programmes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Group's governance framework and risk management strategy.
• Lead compliance audits, investigations and reviews; oversee internal audits.
• Coordinate governance activities involving the Board, committees and senior management.
• Develop Business Continuity and Crisis Management plans and testing.
• Provide strategic leadership and trusted advisory across governance, risk and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Integrity

Analytical thinking

Report writing

Decision making

Education

Degree-level qualification or equivalent

Professional qualification in Risk Management, Compliance, Governance, Audit or Business Management

Job description

Group Health & Safety and Environmental Manager Location: Peterborough Salary: 55,000 per annum + Car Allowance

Pin Point Recruitment is working in partnership with an established organisation to recruit an experienced Group Governance, Risk & Compliance Manager to lead and develop its governance, risk management, compliance and assurance frameworks.

This is a key senior management position, working closely with the Site Director, Executive Leadership Team and Board of Directors to ensure robust governance, effective risk management and regulatory compliance across the Group.

The successful candidate will play an important role in embedding a culture of accountability, transparency and continuous improvement, ensuring the business remains compliant, resilient and well-positioned to achieve its strategic objectives.

The Role

As Group Governance, Risk & Compliance Manager, you will take ownership of the Group's governance framework, risk management strategy and compliance programme, providing expert guidance and assurance to senior stakeholders.

Governance

• 1. Develop, implement and maintain the Group's governance framework, ensuring consistent processes and standards across the business.
• 1. Support the Board of Directors and Executive Leadership Team with governance reporting, policies and recommendations.
• 1. Review and maintain company policies, procedures and delegated authorities.
• 1. Coordinate governance activities involving the Board, committees and senior management.

Risk Management

• 1. Lead the development and implementation of the Group Risk Management Framework.
• 1. Identify, assess and monitor strategic, operational, financial and regulatory risks.
• 1. Maintain the corporate risk register, ensuring regular reviews and appropriate mitigation plans.
• 1. Provide risk analysis and reporting to support business planning and strategic decision-making.
• 1. Promote a proactive approach to risk management throughout the organisation.

Compliance & Assurance

• 1. Ensure the business meets all relevant legal, regulatory and contractual obligations.
• 1. Monitor changes in legislation and regulatory requirements, advising senior management accordingly.
• 1. Lead compliance audits, investigations and reviews where required.
• 1. Develop and deliver compliance training and awareness programmes.
• 1. Oversee internal and external audits, ensuring corrective actions are completed effectively.
• 1. Review internal controls and assurance processes, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• 1. Provide independent assurance reports and recommendations to the Executive Team and Board.

Business Continuity & Resilience

• 1. Develop and maintain Business Continuity and Crisis Management plans.
• 1. Coordinate business resilience testing and emergency response exercises.
• 1. Ensure appropriate measures are in place to protect critical business operations.

Leadership & Continuous Improvement

• 1. Provide strategic leadership across governance, risk and compliance activities.
• 1. Act as a trusted advisor to senior management on governance, risk and compliance matters.
• 1. Build strong relationships with internal departments, external auditors, regulators and other key stakeholders.
• 1. Promote a culture of integrity, accountability and ethical business practices.
• 1. Drive continuous improvement and develop governance and compliance capability across the Group.

About You

We are looking for an experienced Governance, Risk & Compliance professional who can operate at a senior level, influence key business decisions and translate complex regulatory requirements into practical business processes.

Ideally, you will have:

• 1. Experience within a manufacturing environment
• 1. Degree-level qualification or equivalent relevant professional experience.
• 1. A professional qualification in Risk Management, Compliance, Governance, Audit or Business Management.
• 1. Lead Auditor training.
• 1. Significant senior-level experience within governance, risk management and compliance.
• 1. Experience developing and implementing enterprise-wide risk management frameworks.
• 1. Previous experience working with Boards and Executive Leadership Teams.
• 1. A strong background in regulatory compliance, internal controls, auditing and assurance.
• 1. Experience leading organisational change and driving continuous improvement.

Key Skills & Attributes

• 1. Strong strategic thinking and commercial awareness.
• 1. Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• 1. Confident communication and influencing abilities.
• 1. High levels of integrity, professionalism and sound judgement.
• 1. Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• 1. Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• 1. Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure.

Performance & Success

You will be instrumental in improving governance framework maturity, strengthening risk mitigation, maintaining regulatory compliance, delivering successful audit outcomes and ensuring effective business continuity arrangements.