An exciting opportunity has arisen for aRisk & Assurance Manager to join ourChief Executive Office. You willprovide high quality support to the Head of Audit, Risk & Governance in the implementation and oversight of effective risk management and assurance policies and procedures for the whole organisation.
Main duties of the job
You will attend theAudit & Risk Committee and other board committees from time to time topresent on risk and assurance. Withexperience of delivering 2nd line risk and assurance activities within large,complex or heavily regulated organisation, you will be effective in buildingprofessional relationships and influencing and collaborating with colleaguesfrom all disciplines and at all levels.
You willneed to engage effectively with frontline and support colleagues to reallyunderstand the needs of our beneficiaries and the risks to the charity morebroadly. The ultimate objective of riskmanagement at The Childrens Trust is to ensure the charity continues todeliver high-quality, safe and effective and financially sustainable servicesfor vulnerable children now and in the longer-term.
Althoughthe role does not have any formal direct reports, the Risk & AssuranceAnalyst will have a dotted line into the Risk & Assurance Manager,providing support particularly on business continuity but also on riskmanagement as and when necessary.
About Us
The Childrens Trust isthe UKs leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providingexpert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialistcentre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via ourBrain Injury Community Service.
Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, weare located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of:Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom.
We also offeradditional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlementsranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your lengthof service.
Other benefits includefree on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton trainstations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation(subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (whereapplicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and theopportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborativeenvironment.
Job responsibilities
Yourmain objectives is to support the board and senior leadership team in ensuringthe charity continues to deliver high-quality, safe, effective and financiallysustainable services for vulnerable children now and in the longer-term;
Underthe guidance of the Head of Risk, Audit & Governance, and in collaborationwith key stakeholders across the organisation, coordinate and manage theimplementation and ongoing development of the charitys risk managementframework; risk policies, risk appetite statement; risk universe and boardassurance framework / assurance map;
Undertakedeep dive risk assessments and provide assurance over the effectiveness ofinternal controls from time to time as required by Audit & Risk Committee;
Undertakea quarterly review of key financial controls and report findings to theFinance, Finance, Investments & Resources Committee and Audit & RiskCommittee;
Monitorand report on the implementation of agreed management actions designed tostrengthen risk mitigation strategies / close compliance gaps and provideassurance on these to SLT and trustees.
Preparethe risk update for SLT, the board and each of its committees including riskheat maps and key risk indicators for the charitys principal risks.
Establisheffective working relationships with other second line risk, quality andcompliance functions and periodically monitor the effectiveness of theiractivities.
Liaisewith SLT directors to ensure departmental risk registers are in place andappropriately maintained.
Facilitaterisk workshops and provide online training on TCTs risk management policy andprocedures. Meet regularly with riskowners to review risk responses and progress with actions. Ensure there is an effective process ofescalation of significant risks to SLT and trustees;
Preparean annual review of the effectiveness of internal control and risk managementfor the Audit & Risk Committee;
Takethe lead on business continuity planning, working with the Risk & AssuranceAnalyst:
i.Developand implement the Business Continuity Management (BCM) framework and annualprogramme of work and advise on compliance with contractual requirements (inparticular the EPRR standards under the NHS contract).
ii.Workwith external stakeholders to ensure joined up emergency planning andpreparedness.
iii.Workin close partnership with Head of IT to ensure the IT Disaster Recovery Policyand Procedures are kept up to date and regularly tested
iv.Provideadvice and guidance on BCM issues including the co-ordination, development,implementation and review of BIAs, BC plans, processes and procedures.
v.Provideaccessible reference data digitally and in hard copy as necessary for all staff
vi.Meetwith Business Continuity Leads to establish routine and structure as well asthe review of Business Impact Analysis and plans on an annual basis or whennecessary
vii.Createawareness of the importance of crisis management and business continuityplanning through communication and the provision of training and facilitationof role-based scenario walk-through exercises.
viii.Auditcompliance with crisis management and business continuity plans
ix.Ensurethe site-wide forced-closure contingency plan and emergency site evacuationplan is reviewed at least annually and kept up to date.
x.Providerecommendations and other management feedback as appropriate
Asrequired, support the Head of Audit, Risk & Governance with other relevantand appropriate activities, such as: the annual insurance renewal process;information governance and other governance related matters.
Undertakeother or additional duties that are within your skills and abilities, as theorganisation may reasonably require from time to time.
Professionalism
Takes action and raises concerns.
Health and Safety
Adheresto all Health and Safety guidelines, principles, and regulations to performyour role and comply with The Childrens Trust policies and procedures.
Provideevidence of all vaccinations (or medical exemption) required for the post.
Adhereto manual handling procedures and complete mandatory manual handling training.
Promotesthe health and safety of others.
Usesthe incident reporting and risk assessment system (IRAR), to identify andreport risks and incidents/actions if directed.
Responsiblefor identifying and mitigating risk within the work environment.
Wellbeing and Emotional Resilience
Maintains a positive approach and outlook when dealing with change and overcomingchallenges and problems.
Recognisesown limitations, develops realistic goals, and uses support network resourcewhen or if necessary.
Treatschallenges and problems as a learning experience.
Remainsorganised and focused when under pressure.
Respondsappropriately and effectively to all constructive feedback
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Advanced knowledge and practical experience of the discipline of enterprise risk management at a senior level
* Qualified accountant or internal auditor
Personal Qualities
* Commitment to the vision and values of The Childrens Trust.
* Flexible and can do attitude to competing commitments in workload.
* Highly motivated and reliable.
* Ability to cope working in a demanding environment.
Experience
* Significant experience in risk management, governance, internal audit or compliance roles in a large organisation
* Broad financial, commercial and operational experience gained in the public, private or third sector
* Experience gained in a charity, health or education setting and an understanding of the corresponding regulatory and compliance requirements
Skills & Knowledge
* Excellent collaboration, oral and written communication, influencing and interpersonal skills
* Comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
£45,612 to £57,015 a year£57,015 per annum or £45,612 pro rata 0.8 FTE
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