Pay Level: 8 Contract Type: Permanent Working Hours: 37hrs per week Location: Slough The closing date for applications is midnight on: Wednesay 14th May What you’ll be doing: We are seeking an experienced and proactive Risk & Insurance Manager to join our team. This role would appeal to a dynamic manager with experience in risk management and insurance. The ideal candidate will have a corporate risk background as well as insurance management, claims handling and procurement skills, and be adept with technology, including Microsoft tools and the Agresso accounting system. Responsibilities: Oversee budget management and control Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders Drive the working practice and ensure effective risk management Understand and manage risk management requirements Update the risk management framework and provide corporate risk quarterly updates Ensure directives have the necessary support and information Challenge the status quo and drive change in respect of risk and insurance What You Will Do: Manage budgets and control financial aspects of risk management Engage with stakeholders and build strong relationships Drive improvements in working practices of risk management Update and review risk management frameworks and corporate risk updates Your Skills: Experienced in risk management Insurance, claims handling and insurance procurement skills Proficient with Microsoft tools and Agresso accounting system Excellent budget management and control abilities Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills Proactive and driven with a strong aptitude for numbers Good data management and mining skills Fully qualified, with a preference for candidates with a background in risk management Are you ready to lead and transform Slough's financial landscape? We need resilient, adaptable professionals who can develop sustainable strategies, drive procurement excellence, and support broader economic objectives. If you thrive on complexity and see challenges as opportunities, join us in making a real difference. We offer a genuine career-defining opportunity for those who are prepared to step up, challenge the status quo, and make a real difference. If you are a risk & insurance professional who wants to be part of a transformative journey, we want to hear from you. Apply now and turn potential into performance. Our Council: Slough is a dynamic economic hub at the gateway to London and the Thames Valley, with excellent transport links including the Elizabeth line and proximity to Heathrow Airport. We are seeking exceptional finance professionals ready for a challenging, career-defining role. With a new S151 officer and a balanced budget for 2025/26, we are poised for financial resilience and a bright future. Our Finance and Procurement Teams have a robust improvement programme focused on career development. Be part of our critical transformation and thrive in a supportive, demanding environment. What we offer: We offer a supportive place to grow and develop your career with a real opportunity for your input to be valued and heard. Ambition and innovation will be required now more than ever and you will join a friendly and collaborative environment where you are encouraged to thrive. Annual increments, where applicable, are usually payable on 1st April each year, subject to six months service in the post, until the maximum spinal column point of the level has been reached. The payment of annual increments is not automatic and is subject to satisfactory performance as assessed by your Director. Alongside a competitive salary, we provide: 26 days annual leave (not including Bank holidays), rising to 30 days between 2 - 5 years’ service and 33 days after 5 years’ service. The Local Government Pension Scheme We offer a wider range of great benefits including: Flexible and hybrid working options to promote work-life balance Our commitment to equality and diversity through a range of employee networks Wellbeing initiatives Tax - free childcare and childcare services Season loan ticket - to help with the cost of your rail / bus journey to & from work. Right to Work: All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK. If you require sponsorship, please contact Recruitment@slough.gov.uk before submitting an application. Interested? We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If appointed, all posts will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer and we encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We select staff on merit and we foster a workforce where people are valued, and represents the local communities that we serve. Slough Borough Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We want our application process to be open and accessible. If you wish to make your application in an alternative format, please email Recruitment@slough.gov.uk quoting the job reference – our Accessibility Statement has more information. How to Apply: Please click on the apply button below to submit your application. We look forward to hearing from you! Join our team at Slough Borough Council and help accelerate our journey of transformation and growth! The Council reserves the right to close adverts early should we receive a number of suitable applications.