Interim Future Risk Lead

Robertson Bell; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Interim Future Risk Lead to support a Central Government department. The role involves conducting reviews to identify future risks, translating findings into insights, and designing actionable plans. Candidates should have a background in corporate risk or policy management and excellent communication skills. Eligible for UK Security Clearance as well.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in ‘Future Thinking’ or corporate risk and/or policy management.
• Experience in Central Government or Public Sector.
• Ability to convey complex information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Identify emerging trends, risks, and opportunities for the organization.
• Translate findings into actionable insights and recommendations.
• Design a plan to tackle future risks and trends.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Overview

Robertson Bell are supporting a Central Government department to recruit an interim Future Risk Lead on an initial six-month contract to spearhead the organisations ‘Future Thinking’ initiative. This role will require sporadic travel into a regional office, which are typically found in most major UK cities.

Responsibilities

• Conducting an in-depth and cross-organisational review to identify emerging trends, risks, and opportunities that could impact the organisation within the next 5-10 years.
• Translate the findings of these reviews into actionable insights and recommendations.
• Design and detail the foundations of a plan to initiate workstreams that tackle these future risks and emerging trends.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in ‘Future Thinking’ or a background in corporate risk and/or policy management, with a keen interest in this emerging area.
• Experience working in Central Government or wider Public Sector.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to convey complex information with clarity and a compelling narrative.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities, with the confidence to influence senior leaders.

You must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (CTC level or above) and willing to undergo clearance, if not already held.