Insurance and Risk Manager

Zohorecruit; Epping (NH); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-Weekly Pay

Hybrid Working – 3 Days On-Site

Job summary

Epping Forest District Council is seeking a seasoned Insurance & Risk Manager to oversee its insurance and corporate risk operations. This senior role will manage the Council's insurance programme, claims processes, procurement activities, and the Corporate Risk Register, with on-site presence three days per week.

The successful candidate will provide expert advice, ensure robust risk management practices, and drive improvements across governance and corporate services for the authority.

Qualifications

• Extensive senior-level insurance experience in a complex organisation.
• Proven experience leading insurance tenders, renewals, and procurement.
• Strong knowledge of insurance programmes, claims management, and governance.
• Experience maintaining corporate risk registers.
• Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Experience presenting recommendations to senior management.
• Demonstrated success driving service improvements and organisational change.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Council's insurance programme and annual renewals.
• Lead insurance tenders and procurement processes.
• Manage insurance policies, claims procedures, and records.
• Collaborate with insurers, brokers, legal advisors and stakeholders.
• Provide expert insurance guidance to Members and senior officers.
• Maintain the Corporate Risk Register.
• Identify, evaluate and mitigate risks with managers.
• Prepare reports for senior leadership and governance bodies.
• Promote best practice risk management across departments.

Skills

Senior insurance experience

Tendering & procurement

Stakeholder management

Governance & compliance

Risk management

Leadership

Education

Professional Insurance Qualification (CII or equivalent)

Job description

Epping, United Kingdom | Posted on 30/09/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation.  That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector‑specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.
Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre‑screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

? Contract: Initial 4-Week Contract

Hours: Full Time

? Working Pattern: Hybrid – 3 Days Per Week On-Site

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Summary

Epping Forest District Council is in search of a seasoned Insurance & Risk Manager to oversee its insurance and corporate risk operations. This pivotal role offers a senior insurance expert the chance to manage the Council's insurance programme, claims processes, procurement activities, and corporate risk register. The successful candidate will provide expert advice and ensure robust risk management practices. The position requires on-site presence three days a week.

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Key Responsibilities

Insurance Management

• Oversee all insurance-related activities within the Council.
  
• Administer the Council's insurance programme and handle annual renewals.
  
• Lead and manage insurance tenders and procurement processes.
  
• Oversee insurance policies, claims procedures, and maintain claims records.
  
• Collaborate with insurers, brokers, legal advisors, and stakeholders.
  
• Offer professional insurance guidance to Members, senior officers, and managers.
  
• Ensure comprehensive insurance coverage for all Council operations.
  
• Maintain and enhance the Council's Corporate Risk Register.
  
• Collaborate with managers to identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks.
  
• Formulate strategies to minimize corporate and operational risk exposure.
  
• Prepare reports and updates for senior leadership and governance bodies.
  
• Advocate for best practice risk management across all departments.
  

Strategic & Corporate Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice on insurance and risk issues.
  
• Support service transformation and continuous improvement efforts.
  
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations, governance standards, and regulatory requirements.
  
• Represent the Council in meetings, committees, and external forums as needed.
  
• Contribute to cross-service projects and organizational goals.
  

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Requirements

Requirements:

• Extensive senior-level insurance experience in a complex organization.
  
• Proven experience in leading insurance tenders, renewals, and procurement activities.
  
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Insurance Programmes
    
  • Claims Management
    
  • Corporate Risk Management
    
  • Governance and Compliance
    
• Experience in maintaining and managing corporate risk registers.
  
• Excellent skills in stakeholder management, negotiation, and influence.
  
• Experience in presenting recommendations and reports to senior management.
  
• Demonstrated success in driving service improvements and organizational change.
  

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• Experience in Local Government.
  
• Professional Insurance Qualification (CII or equivalent).
  
• Experience with Audit, Governance, or Risk Committees.
  

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What’s on Offer?

• Initial 4-Week Contract
  
• Hybrid Working – 3 Days On-Site
  
• Bi-Weekly Pay
  
• Opportunity to lead insurance and risk management activities within a Local Authority.
  
• Strategic role with influence across governance, risk, and corporate services.
  
• Exposure to complex insurance, procurement, and risk management projects.
  

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Ideal for candidates with experience as an Insurance Manager, Risk Manager, Corporate Risk Manager, Insurance & Risk Manager, Claims Manager, Governance & Risk Manager, Head of Risk & Insurance, or Insurance Procurement Manager.