Health, Safety & Risk Manager

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Real Estate organisation in London is seeking a Health & Safety Risk Manager to oversee the implementation of their Health & Safety Management System (HSMS). This role combines strategic planning and operational oversight, ensuring compliance with UK standards and iso. The ideal candidate will possess a NEBOSH General Certificate, experience in health and fire safety, and excellent stakeholder management skills. The position offers hybrid working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent required.
• Experience in health, safety, and fire safety management.
• Strong ability to lead audits and manage compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of Health & Safety Management System (HSMS).
• Manage risk registers and emergency preparedness.
• Oversee accident reporting and contractor compliance.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Audit management

Risk management

Health and Safety compliance

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

IOSH Managing Safely certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Risk management software

Job description

Overview

Health & Safety Risk Manager — London

Competitive Salary + Benefits

An exciting opportunity to join the Centre Management team within a Real Estate organisation, supporting the delivery of an industry-leading Health & Safety Management System (HSMS) and ensuring compliance with UK statutory obligations and ISO standards. This role offers a dynamic mix of strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and operational oversight, with hybrid working available (3 days in-office).

Responsibilities

• Leading the implementation and continuous improvement of the HSMS, ensuring alignment with ISO45001 and ISO14001.
• Managing risk registers, audits, inspections, and emergency preparedness across the centre.
• Supporting the Head of Risk Management in delivering key maintenance and capital projects.
• Overseeing accident/incident reporting and claims management, including investigations and insurer liaison.
• Ensuring contractor compliance with permit-to-work systems and centre policies.
• Partnering with Facilities Management to maintain fire safety standards and update Fire Risk Assessments.
• Delivering risk management training, toolbox talks, and supporting team development.
• Managing dotted line reports including the Fire Safety Manager and Risk Management Executive.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent).
• IOSH Managing Safely certification.
• Experience in health, safety, and fire safety within a retail or public-facing environment.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead audits, manage risk registers, and deliver compliance strategies.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant risk management software.

Vacancy Reference: PR/028632

Vacancy Owner: Emily Swindlehurst | [e-mail] | ([phone] | ([phone]