Senior Group Risk Manager

Anglian Water Group Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 72,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed utility organization is seeking a Senior Group Risk Manager to lead their enterprise-wide risk approach. This pivotal role entails overseeing risk management processes, collaborating with executives to enhance decision-making frameworks, and nurturing a strong internal risk community. Applicants should possess extensive experience in risk management, particularly within regulated environments, and exhibit exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Car Allowance

Personal private health care

Life cover – 8x annual salary

Competitive pension scheme

Annual bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in risk management, ideally within a regulated or complex environment.
• Proven ability to influence at senior levels.
• Experience in the water or utilities sector is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) process.
• Provide strategic oversight of Principal and Top Tier Risks.
• Integrate risk-based thinking into decision-making frameworks.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Influencing skills

Commercial focus

Logical thinking

Education

Risk qualification (e.g., IRM)

Job description

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Senior Group Risk Manager

Apply locations Huntingdon time type Full time posted on Posted 14 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: September 4, 2025 (30+ days left to apply) job requisition id R32240

c£72k per annum dependent on skills and experience

37 hours per week

Permanent

Location: Huntingdon

We are looking for a forward-thinkingSenior Group Risk Managerto lead our enterprise-wide risk approach and embed a culture of proactive, insight-driven decision-making.

This is a high-impact role where you’ll shape the future of risk management across the organisation, working closely with the Executive, Board, and key stakeholders. You’ll lead a community of risk professionals and champions, ensuring our risk frameworks are robust, future-ready, and aligned with regulatory expectations.

In this role, you will:

• Own and lead the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) process, embedding it into governance forums including Audit, Risk, and Disclosure Committees
• Provide strategic oversight of Principal and Top Tier Risks, ensuring actions are taken and risks are well understood
• Collaborate with Executive Directors to integrate risk-based thinking into decision-making frameworks
• Lead the evolution of our risk framework, including appetite, materiality, and scenario testing
• Oversee risk reporting across multiple requirements (e.g. Annual Report, TCFD, TNFD)
• Build and nurture a strong internal risk community and collaborate with Audit, Assurance, and Sustainability teams
• Drive continuous improvement in risk systems architecture and training across the business

We’re looking for someone with:

• Extensive experience in risk management, ideally within a regulated or complex environment
• Proven ability to influence at senior levels and work across matrixed organisations
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Commercially focused with the ability to turn data into actionable insight
• Logical thinker with the ability to manage complexity and ambiguity
• Experience in the water or utilities sector and/or a recognised risk qualification (e.g. IRM) is desirable

As a valued employee, you’ll be entitled to:

• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays (with flexibility for religious holidays)
• Car Allowance
• Personal private health care
• Life cover – 8x annual salary
• Competitive pension scheme – we double-match your contributions up to 6%
• Annual bonus scheme and lifestyle benefits

Why Join Us?

We’re a purpose-led organisation committed to sustainability, innovation, and delivering long-term value for our customers and communities. As Senior Group Risk Manager, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our resilience, transparency, and strategic agility in a rapidly evolving world.

Closing date: 24 July 2025