Job Description
The Environment Agency is seeking an experienced risk professional to lead the implementation of our Risk Management Framework and strengthen our risk culture across the organisation. In this influential role, you will work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels, providing expert advice and enabling teams to identify, assess and manage risks with confidence and consistency.
Responsibilities
* Champion and maintain the Risk Management Framework, ensuring it aligns with HM Treasury’s Orange Book and meets organisational needs.
* Lead the rollout of consistent risk management processes across the organisation.
* Deliver an annual programme of activities to embed good risk practices and foster a proactive risk culture.
* Provide senior leaders with clear, insightful reporting to support strategic decision‑making.
* Build trusted relationships across teams, offering expert advice and constructive challenge.
* Collaborate with other functions (e.g. health & safety, programme management) to integrate risk management into all organisational activities.
* Coach and support team members, helping them grow and deliver with confidence.
* Respond to incidents as required, making yourself available to support incident response and business continuity during incidents.
Qualifications
* Extensive experience as a technical risk leader in a similar role.
* Comprehensive understanding of the Orange Book and risk management principles, including risk governance and assurance.
* Proven track record of successfully implementing and embedding risk management initiatives through collaborative working across multiple teams.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience of providing expert risk advice and engaging senior leaders.
* Ability to build strong, trusted relationships across all levels while challenging firmly and constructively.
* Experience working in a complex, fast‑paced environment, adapting quickly to changing circumstances and managing competing priorities.
Preferred
* Risk management qualification or relevant professional membership (e.g. IRM Cert).
* Understanding of other risk‑based functions such as project/programme management or health and safety.
Additional Information
There is one permanent hybrid role available. The successful candidate can be based at any Environment Agency office; some travel and overnight stays may be required. Flexible working patterns, including job share, are welcomed.
This vacancy closes on 7 November 2025. Interviews are expected to be held w/c 1 December using MS Teams.
Contact
For questions relating to this role, contact Claire Sunshine at Claire.sunshine@environment-agency.gov.uk. For call details, email riskandassurancepa@environment-agency.gov.uk.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are a candidate with a disability, we have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support you.
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