Job Overview
Do you want to work for an organisation that values difference and includes everyone? The Environment Agency offers you an exciting opportunity to shape and influence our approach to risk management.
We’re looking for an experienced risk professional to lead the implementation of our Risk Management Framework, drive a programme of work that strengthens our risk culture, and work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels to provide expert advice and enable teams to identify, assess, and manage risks with confidence and consistency. You will help ensure our decisions are informed, our operations resilient, and our people empowered. Although the role is mostly internal facing, there are opportunities to build networks with other Government Departments.
Responsibilities
* Champion and maintain our 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 as required, providing business continuity support during incidents and completing full training for the incident role.
Qualifications
* Experienced technical leader with an extensive understanding of risk management gained in a similar role.
* A comprehensive understanding of the Orange Book and risk management principles, including risk governance and assurance.
* A proven track record of successfully implementing and embedding risk management initiatives through collaborative working and delivering through others across multiple teams.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience of providing expert risk advice and engaging with senior leaders on risk management matters.
* The ability to build strong, trusted relationships across all levels while challenging firmly and constructively.
* Experience of working in a complex and fast‑paced environment, adapting quickly to changing circumstances and managing competing priorities.
* Ideally, you will also have:
o A risk management qualification or relevant professional membership (e.g. IRM Cert).
o Understanding of other risk‑based functions such as project/programme management and health and safety.
Contact & Application Details
For questions relating to this role, contact Claire Sunshine at Claire.sunshine@environment-agency.gov.uk.
This vacancy closes on 7 November 2025.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. The Environment Agency is committed to guaranteeing an interview to any applicant with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
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