Job Description
Do you want to work for an organisation that values difference and includes everyone? Then the Environment Agency is the organisation for you!
This is an exciting opportunity to shape and influence our approach to risk management. We’re offering an experienced risk professional to lead the implementation of our Risk Management Framework and drive a programme of work that strengthens our risk culture across the organisation.
In this influential role, you’ll work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels, providing expert advice and enabling teams to identify, assess, and manage risks with confidence and consistency. Your leadership will help ensure our decisions are informed, our operations resilient, and our people empowered.
Whilst the role is mostly internal-facing, there are opportunities to build networks with other Government Departments.
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 everything we do.
* Coach and support team members, helping them grow and deliver with confidence.
* Respond to incidents, be available as an incident role, and provide business continuity support during an incident (may attract additional payment).
Qualifications – Required
* Experienced technical leader with extensive understanding of risk management in a similar role.
* Comprehensive understanding of the Orange Book and risk management principles, including risk governance and assurance.
* Proven track record of implementing and embedding risk management initiatives through collaborative working and delivering through others across multiple teams.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills; experience of providing expert risk advice to senior leaders.
* Ability to build strong, trusted relationships at all levels whilst challenging firmly and constructively.
* Experience working in a complex and fast‑paced environment, adapting quickly to changing circumstances and managing competing priorities.
Preferred Qualifications
* Risk management qualification or relevant professional membership (e.g. IRM Cert).
* Understanding of other risk‑based functions such as project/programme management and health & safety.
Competencies
* Influences and Persuades Others – Ability to present a case convincingly and win people over, encouraging them to follow your plan.
* Focuses on Efficiency, Innovation and Quality – Identifies and implements new or improved methods that improve efficiency without compromising quality.
* Delivers Results Through Others – Harnesses teams to deliver results on time and to required standards, delivering complex programmes through those you do not line‑manage.
* Communicates Effectively – Distils complex technical information into clear messages for senior audiences, enabling informed decisions.
Additional Information
* One permanent role available.
* Hybrid role; successful candidate can be based at any Environment Agency office. Some travel to attend national meetings, with occasional overnight stays.
* Flexible working patterns accepted, including job share.
* Role may involve future line‑management responsibilities.
Contact Information
For questions relating to this role, contact Claire Sunshine at Claire.sunshine@environment-agency.gov.uk.
For call details about the interview call on 23 October, email riskandassurancepa@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Closing Date
This vacancy closes on 7 November 2025. Interviews are expected to be held w/c 1 December using MS Teams.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, and we have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment.
Artificial Intelligence Statement
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Legal Information
‘If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service.’
Job Details
* Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Finance and Sales
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