Senior Risk & Assurance Partner Up to £70,000 Hybrid – 2 days per week in Lancashire HQ, plus site visits and home working Make Your Impact in Risk & Assurance We’re strengthening our Internal Controls & Risk team and we’re looking for a Senior Risk & Assurance Partner to help shape how we protect our people, assets, and reputation. This isn’t box-ticking. It’s a hands-on, high-impact role where you’ll be trusted to deliver assurance reviews, sharpen risk frameworks, and influence senior leaders across every part of our business manufacturing, warehousing & logistics, retail, and head office. You’ll join a close-knit team of three, reporting directly into the Head of Internal Controls & Risk. Together, you’ll drive a proactive risk culture and continuous improvement agenda that really adds value. What You’ll Be Doing * Leading and delivering risk-based assurance reviews across the business. * Developing and embedding control and risk management frameworks. * Supporting business continuity and crisis management planning. * Providing oversight of compliance and insurance frameworks. * Acting as a senior point of expertise within the team, guiding and mentoring colleagues. * Partnering with senior leaders to build ownership of risk and assurance. * Presenting findings and insights with a solutions-focused approach. What We’re Looking For * Solid experience in risk management, internal audit, or assurance (retail or multi-site preferred). * A track record of delivering independent assurance reviews and improving controls. * Broader compliance and insurance knowledge would be a plus. * Strong communication and stakeholder management skills at senior level. * Adaptable, resilient, and confident working in a fast-paced, changing environment. * Professional qualification (CMIIA, CIA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent) preferred. Why Join Us? * A salary with flexibility in how you work — 2 days at HQ, plus site visits and home working. * A role with visibility and influence, working directly with senior leaders. * The chance to be part of a growing, collaborative team making a real difference. If you’re ready to take the next step in your risk & assurance career and want a role where your expertise will truly count, we’d love to hear from you