1. Experience of enterprise risk, business continuity and major incidents?
2. Day rate or FTC available for the next 12 months.
About Our Client
This role is with a highly regarded Higher Education institution based in Bristol. Working flexibly with 3 days per week in the office and 2 from home.
Job Description
3. A review of the Strategic Business Impact Analysis (SBIA) priorities for the University with the Vice-Chancellor's Executive and Audit, Risk and Assurance Committee.
4. A review of the status of current business continuity plans in line with the SBIA.
5. Development of a programme of work and timeline, working with the Directors of Professional Services and College Managers, for agreed plans to be in place and an ongoing maintenance/testing schedule. This includes delivery of a focused piece of work to ensure preparedness across the University for significant disruption to IT.
6. Scrutiny of proposed plans and provision of assurance on the status of these to the Vice-Chancellor's Executive and Audit, Risk and Assurance Committee.
7. Acting as the key liaison for colleagues across the University for risk management and business continuity planning.
8. Review and update of the University's Major Incident Plan documentation and approach to exercise, working closely with key internal and external partners.
9. Support the establishment of the University's Risk Management Steering Group and current oversight and reporting requirements with regards to risk management.
The Successful Applicant
A successful Interim Head of Risk should have:
10. A strong understanding of risk management and compliance frameworks.
11. A proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks.
12. Senior-level experience of enterprise risk management, business continuity and the management of major incidents.
13. Ability to influence and collaborate across academic and professional service teams.
14. Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
15. Comfortable working independently and navigating complex institutional structures.
What's on Offer
16. Competitive daily rate of up to £650 per day
17. 12 month contract
18. Could be an FTC should this be your preference.
19. Opportunity to work in a respected not-for-profit organisation in BRISTOL.
20. Chance to lead and shape risk management initiatives.
If you are ready to make a difference and excel in this Interim Head of Risk role, we encourage you to apply today!