Risk Management Advisor

Acorn by Synergie; Devon and Torbay; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the rural sector is seeking a Risk Management Advisor for a home-based role. The ideal candidate will engage with agricultural members, providing health and safety guidance and identifying business opportunities. This position includes benefits like a company car, private medical cover, and a commitment to employee development. The role requires strong interpersonal skills, a solid understanding of health and safety regulations, and significant engagement with members to support sustainable growth.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working options

35-hour work week for work-life balance

Private medical and income protection cover

24 days holiday increasing to 28 with service

Discounts on selected products

Comprehensive induction program

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of Health and Safety regulation impacting the agricultural sector.
• NEBOSH qualifications or willingness to study toward them.
• Good communication and negotiation skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Review and support Health and Safety requirements for existing Members.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities within the rural sector.
• Provide practical advice and improve Health and Safety services.

Skills

Understanding of Health and Safety regulations

Understanding of Fire Safety requirements

Written and verbal communication skills

Sales and negotiation skills

Organisation and planning skills

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Experience in Health and Safety practices

Education

NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety

NEBOSH National Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Risk Managment Advisor (home based)

Location:

Working from home but living near the south west to meet with clients

Salary:

40- 45,000 depending on skills and experience

Summary:

About The Role:

The Risk Management Advisor is a broad role, allowing the successful applicant to engage with numerous areas of the southwest From working with new and existing Members in clarifying and developing their Health and Safety documentation and improvement plans, to identifying opportunities for delivering risk management training to colleagues. No two days will be the same.

Reporting to the Risk Management Leader to deliver our key strategic objective of 'Protecting the Farming Community', you will be passionate about understanding the issues which impact farming and rural communities. You will be able to build rapport with those working and living within the farming sector, showing understanding of and empathy with issues affecting farmers and anyone working within the rural community.

You will contribute to identifying, developing and delivering the services which will help the Membership build resilient businesses in the face of changing demands and constraints. It is envisaged these services will be delivered through multiple channels, to include face-to-face contact alongside technological applications. You will identify and work with appropriate internal and external partners to develop and provide accessible, practical solutions to the challenges faced by Members.

This role includes a company car/generous car allowance, as well as a mobile telephone, company laptop and assistance with home office set-up.

Skills and experience:

• A thorough understanding of all Health and Safety regulation impacting the UK agricultural sector.
• An understanding of Fire Safety requirements within the agricultural sector to include common diversification.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrable sales and negotiation skills, balanced with a Member-centric approach.
• Demonstrable organisation and planning skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, social media and internal systems.
• Experience in organisational Health and Safety practices.
• NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent qualification.
• NEBOSH National Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management or willingness to study towards it.

Responsibilities will include:

The role of Risk Management Advisor is a Member-facing role and will involve:

• Reviewing Health and Safety and Fire Safety requirements of existing Members, making appropriate recommendations and offering ongoing support and reviews, including documentation for risk assessments and policies.
• Identifying and securing new business within the rural sector, supporting our profitable and sustainable growth objective.
• Ensuring there is a high level of retention in relation to the Health and Safety and Fire Safety services.
• Providing practical, pragmatic advice to the Membership.
• Assisting in the continual development and improvement of the Health and Safety and Fire Safety services.

Additional Information:

As an employer our client offers a culture that is open and honest and we are supportive and collaborative, to empower individuals to deliver the best outcomes and develop in their careers. Their growth plans are ambitious, and they are looking for passionate people that can help them to continue building relationships, supporting each other and their communities.

Our client values all employees and offer a number of benefits including:

• 35-hour week, supporting a great work life balance.
• Private medical and income protection cover.
• 24 days' holiday, increasing to 28 days per year with length of service (plus bank holidays). Plus, the option to 'buy' an extra 5 days per year (after a qualifying period).
• Comprehensive induction programme, excellent learning and development opportunities including professional memberships and relevant qualifications.
• Up to 25% discount on selected products and access to our exclusive Member discounts on other everyday essentials.
• The opportunity for some hybrid working, after a qualifying period.
• Company events to support social wellbeing.

Interested? Apply today!

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