Risk and Assurance Manager

Calderdale Council; Halifax; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority is seeking a Risk and Assurance Manager to lead its risk management framework. Responsibilities include monitoring compliance, reporting to management, and providing guidance on risk matters. The ideal candidate will have experience in risk governance and a collaborative approach. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on the organization’s risk management strategy while helping to foster an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experienced risk management and governance professional.
• Proven ability to lead and support on risk management matters.
• Strong commitment to continuous learning and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead on risk reporting to senior management and stakeholders.
• Monitor compliance with governance frameworks and provide assurance.
• Develop and maintain risk management strategy and policies.

Skills

Risk management

Governance compliance

Leadership

Team collaboration

Analytical skills

Job description

Overview

The Risk and Assurance Manager role is part of the wider Internal Audit, Risk Management and Insurance Team at Calderdale Council, charged with ensuring that the local authority operates efficiently and effectively, meeting its statutory requirements on the use of its resources and delivering services that improve the lives of the people who live and work here. The post holder will lead on developing and implementing the council’s risk management framework, ensuring risks are effectively identified, monitored and mitigated.

Key Responsibilities

You will lead on risk reporting to senior management, committees and external stakeholders, while monitoring compliance with governance frameworks and providing assurance that the council is managing its risks effectively and meeting statutory and regulatory requirements.

As the Risk and Assurance Manager you will play a pivotal role in developing, maintaining, and embedding the council’s risk management strategy and policies while providing expert advice and guidance on risk and assurance matters to services and projects. This will include responsibility for providing leadership and training to both staff within the team and across the council, and Members where applicable, regarding risk management and assurance.

Qualifications and Experience

The ideal candidate would be an experienced risk management and governance professional, used to leading and providing support on risk management and assurance matters to time and quality, and willing to continue learning every day. They should be a team player who treats others with kindness and care, whilst maintaining appropriate scepticism and standards.

Contact

If you would like to discuss this role further or need any more information, please contact Victoria Clegg at [e-mail] .

Application Information

Closing Date: Sunday 11th January 2026

Interview Date: Week commencing 26th January 2026

We may utilise digital interview methods.

People and Diversity

We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.

Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under‑represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.

Additional Information

On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change. For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our Employment Hub.