Strategic Risk and Insurance Manager

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Wakefield is seeking an experienced Strategic Risk and Insurance Manager to lead its corporate approach to risk management and insurance. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in risk and insurance management, excellent communication, and leadership skills, as well as a relevant qualification such as ACII or CIPFA. This is a high-profile role offering opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a significant impact on public service delivery.

Benefits

Flexible and supportive working environment

Opportunities for professional development

Career progression

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in risk and insurance management within a large, complex organisation.
• Strong knowledge of governance, insurance, and risk frameworks.
• Proactive, collaborative approach to working with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Council’s Risk and Insurance Service, ensuring robust risk management frameworks.
• Develop and implement the Council’s Insurance Strategy and manage contracts.
• Provide expert advice to senior leaders and external partners.

Skills

Risk management

Insurance management

Communication

Leadership

Analytical skills

Education

Relevant qualification (e.g. ACII, CIRM, CIPFA, PRINCE2)

Job description

re you ready to lead the strategic risk and insurance agenda for a forward-thinking local authority?


Wakefield Council is looking for a dynamic and experienced Strategic Risk and Insurance Manager to lead our corporate approach to risk management and insurance. This is a high-profile role, reporting to the Chief Finance Officer, where you’ll shape and embed best practice across the organisation.


About the Role


You will:

Lead the Council’s Risk and Insurance Service, ensuring robust risk management frameworks are in place
Develop and implement the Council’s Insurance Strategy and manage insurance contracts and the insurance fund
Provide expert advice to senior leaders, elected members, and external partners
Deliver regular reports to the Audit and Governance Committee, Cabinet, and Corporate Management Team
Support strategic planning, including the Corporate Plan and Medium-Term Financial Strategy
Act as a key advisor on risk for major projects and transformation initiatives

What We’re Looking For


We’re seeking a highly motivated professional with:

A relevant qualification (e.g. ACII, CIRM, CIPFA, PRINCE2)
Substantial experience in risk and insurance management within a large, complex organisation
Strong knowledge of governance, insurance, and risk frameworks
Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills
A proactive, collaborative approach to working with internal and external stakeholders

Why Wakefield?


Wakefield Council is committed to innovation, continuous improvement, and delivering high-quality services. We offer:

A flexible and supportive working environment
Opportunities for professional development and career progression
The chance to make a real impact on public service delivery

Apply Now


If you’re ready to take on this exciting leadership role and help shape the future of risk and insurance management in Wakefield, we’d love to hear from you.