Risk Manager

Huntingdonshire District Council; Huntingdon; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a Risk Manager to develop and promote a robust risk-management culture. The successful candidate will implement the Risk Management Strategy, guide managers in risk identification and mitigation, and create training programs. The role also involves producing reports and collaborating with the Internal Audit team to enhance controls. Qualifications include a strong background in risk management and excellent communication skills. A hybrid working model is available, requiring at least two days in the office per week.

Benefits

Flexitime

Work-life balance encouragement

Equality and diversity initiatives

Qualifications

• Strong background in risk management and compliance within regulated environments.
• Experience promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
• Operational and people-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to explain complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Ability to build relationships at all levels of the organisation and embed risk awareness throughout teams.
• Comfortable operating within a political environment and challenging the status quo to drive quality improvements.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Risk Management Strategy and provide governance assurance.
• Guide managers in identifying, quantifying, and mitigating risks.
• Create and deliver risk-management training programmes.
• Produce and analyse risk reports using specialised software.
• Present findings to committees and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with Internal Audit to assess and enhance controls.

Skills

Risk management

Compliance

Communication

Operational management

Relationship building

Job description

Huntingdonshire District Council (HDC) is passionate about providing high‑quality services to our communities, residents and businesses. This means we must employ and retain the most talented and dedicated people.

Situated in the heart of the Cambridge‑Peterborough Growth Area, Huntingdonshire boasts thriving market towns and attractive villages, each with its own identity. We are an innovative and forward‑thinking local authority whose residents are at the heart of our decision‑making.

At HDC we employ staff who embody our icare values (Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising), all of which support our purpose of putting our customers first.

Job Details

Role: Risk Manager

About the Role

As the Risk Manager you will be at the forefront of developing and promoting a robust risk‑management culture across Huntingdonshire District Council. You will implement our Risk Management Strategy, guide managers in identifying, quantifying, and mitigating risks, and provide assurance to our Corporate Governance Committee.

You will create and deliver a comprehensive training programme to empower service managers with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of risk management. A key part of your role will involve producing insightful reports that detail our organisational risks using specialised software, ensuring that both officers and Members are well‑informed. You will present these findings to committees, illustrating how our risks are managed and highlighting necessary improvements. Collaboration with the Internal Audit team will be essential as you work together to assess mitigating controls and enhance our overall risk‑management framework.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Risk Management Strategy and provide governance assurance.
• Guide managers in identifying, quantifying, and mitigating risks.
• Create and deliver risk‑management training programmes.
• Produce and analyse risk reports using specialised software.
• Present findings to committees and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with Internal Audit to assess and enhance controls.

Qualifications and Experience

• Strong background in risk management and compliance within regulated environments.
• Experience promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
• Operational and people‑management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to explain complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Ability to build relationships at all levels of the organisation and embed risk awareness throughout teams.
• Comfortable operating within a political environment and challenging the status quo to drive quality improvements.

Application Details

To apply for this position, please complete the application form.

The closing date is 9am on 2 February 2026. Interviews will be held the week commencing 12 February 2026.

This is a rolling campaign and we may close the advert early if suitable applications are received.

An offer of employment is conditional upon having the right to work in the UK. HDC does not hold a Sponsorship Licence and is unable to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship.

If you have any additional questions, please contact the Recruitment Team at [e-mail].

Our Workplace

Our hybrid model allows remote work with an expectation of at least two days in the office per week. Some roles may require a more consistent presence in the office due to the nature of the work.

Equality and Inclusion

Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our recruitment. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and offer a range of benefits, including flexitime, to encourage a work‑life balance.