Insurance and Risk Manager

Zohorecruit; Ivy Chimneys; Hybrid; GBP 1,328,000 - 1,771,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

4-week contract

Hybrid working – 3 days on-site

Bi-weekly pay

Job summary

Epping Forest District Council is seeking a seasoned Insurance & Risk Manager to oversee the Council's insurance programme, claims processes, procurement activities, and corporate risk register. The role is on a 4-week initial contract with hybrid working; on-site three days per week in Epping, Essex.

You will provide expert guidance to Members and senior officers, drive risk management, and report to governance bodies.

Qualifications

• Senior-level insurance experience in a complex organisation.
• Proven track record in leading tenders, renewals, and procurement.
• Strong knowledge of insurance programmes, claims management, corporate risk management, governance and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all insurance-related activities for the Council.
• Manage the insurance programme, renewals, tenders and procurement.
• Maintain insurance policies, claims procedures and records.
• Provide expert insurance guidance to Members and senior officers.
• Maintain and enhance the Corporate Risk Register and identify mitigations.
• Prepare reports for senior leadership and governance bodies.
• Promote best-practice risk management across departments.

Skills

Insurance experience

Tenders & procurement

Governance & compliance

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Local government

CII qualification

Education

CII or equivalent professional insurance qualification

Job description

Contract | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom

Posted On 30/09/2026

Job Information

Interim & Executive Management

City Epping

Province Essex

Postal Code CM16

Job Description

? Contract: Initial 4-Week Contract

Hours: Full Time

? Working Pattern: Hybrid – 3 Days Per Week On-Site

Summary

Epping Forest District Council is in search of a seasoned Insurance & Risk Manager to oversee its insurance and corporate risk operations. This pivotal role offers a senior insurance expert the chance to manage the Council's insurance programme, claims processes, procurement activities, and corporate risk register. The successful candidate will provide expert advice and ensure robust risk management practices. The position requires on-site presence three days a week.

Key Responsibilities

Insurance Management

• Oversee all insurance-related activities within the Council.
  
• Administer the Council's insurance programme and handle annual renewals.
  
• Lead and manage insurance tenders and procurement processes.
  
• Oversee insurance policies, claims procedures, and maintain claims records.
  
• Collaborate with insurers, brokers, legal advisors, and stakeholders.
  
• Offer professional insurance guidance to Members, senior officers, and managers.
  
• Ensure comprehensive insurance coverage for all Council operations.
  
• Maintain and enhance the Council's Corporate Risk Register.
  
• Collaborate with managers to identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks.
  
• Formulate strategies to minimize corporate and operational risk exposure.
  
• Prepare reports and updates for senior leadership and governance bodies.
  
• Advocate for best practice risk management across all departments.
  

Strategic & Corporate Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice on insurance and risk issues.
  
• Support service transformation and continuous improvement efforts.
  
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations, governance standards, and regulatory requirements.
  
• Represent the Council in meetings, committees, and external forums as needed.
  
• Contribute to cross-service projects and organizational goals.
  

Requirements

Requirements:

• Extensive senior-level insurance experience in a complex organization.
  
• Proven experience in leading insurance tenders, renewals, and procurement activities.
  
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Insurance Programmes
    
  • Claims Management
    
  • Corporate Risk Management
    
  • Governance and Compliance
    
• Experience in maintaining and managing corporate risk registers.
  
• Excellent skills in stakeholder management, negotiation, and influence.
  
• Experience in presenting recommendations and reports to senior management.
  
• Demonstrated success in driving service improvements and organizational change.
  

• Experience in Local Government.
  
• Professional Insurance Qualification (CII or equivalent).
  
• Experience with Audit, Governance, or Risk Committees.
  

What’s on Offer?

• Initial 4-Week Contract
  
• Hybrid Working – 3 Days On-Site
  
• Bi-Weekly Pay
  
• Opportunity to lead insurance and risk management activities within a Local Authority.
  
• Strategic role with influence across governance, risk, and corporate services.
  
• Exposure to complex insurance, procurement, and risk management projects.
  

Ideal for candidates with experience as an Insurance Manager, Risk Manager, Corporate Risk Manager, Insurance & Risk Manager, Claims Manager, Governance & Risk Manager, Head of Risk & Insurance, or Insurance Procurement Manager.