About The Role
Please note interviews are scheduled for 26th November and will be in-person.
Sport England is seeking Risk and Assurance Manager with, to play a key role in strengthening the organisation’s approach to risk management, assurance and control environment.
Your knowledge of risk and policy framework principles, will hold in good stead while you assess, track and manage risk and assurance practices across the organisation. You’ll work with senior managers so will be comfortable providing advice and best practice to a wide audience.
IRM or ARMRM certification (or working towards certification) is advantageous but not a requirement for this role. We have established protocols and a risk management framework and internal control framework, so what we looking for, is someone who has experience of working in, or alongside, a risk management function and an interest in managing risk.
The role will be vital in ensuring Sport England complies with its legal and regulatory responsibilities and demonstrates effective governance, management and accountability.
This role will facilitate effective decision making, protect public funds and support the successful delivery of outcomes for our projects and investments and grant funding. If sounds interesting to you, we’d love to hear from you.
About Us
At Sport England, we believe that everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of sport and physical activity – regardless of age, gender, background, bank balance or post code. We are an arm’s length body responsible for growing and developing grassroots sport and helping more people get active across England – around two thirds of our funding comes from players of The National Lottery, with the remainder coming from the Exchequer.
Our work is driven by Uniting the Movement, a 10-year strategy focused on tackling inequalities and creating positive experiences of sport and physical activity for all. From funding local community initiatives to influencing national policy, we work in partnership with organisations and individuals who share our vision of an active nation where everyone feels able to take part and be active in a way that works for them.
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