Wolverhampton / Hybrid
We're partnering with a well-established PLC organisation to appoint a Risk Manager to play a pivotal role in strengthening enterprise-wide risk and resilience.
This is a high-visibility position, working closely with senior leadership, Board-level committees and assurance functions to ensure risks are identified, understood and effectively managed.
The role
You'll take ownership of the enterprise risk management framework, leading risk reviews, oversight of key controls and business continuity planning, while acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders.
Key responsibilities
Lead and enhance the enterprise risk management framework and corporate risk register
Facilitate risk and compliance reviews across operational, financial and strategic areas
Monitor control effectiveness and escalate material issues to senior leadership
Prepare clear, insightful risk reporting for Executive Committee, Audit Committee and Board
Oversee business continuity and disaster recovery planning, including scenario testing
Support governance requirements and regulatory expectations
Promote a strong, risk-aware culture across the organisation
About you
Proven experience in enterprise risk management, business continuity, internal audit or assurance
Strong understanding of governance frameworks and regulatory requirements (PLC experience desirable)
Confident engaging and influencing at senior leadership and Board level
Analytical, pragmatic and comfortable leading workshops and reviews
Ideal background
7+ years' experience in risk, accounting, assurance or governance-related roles
Exposure to enterprise risk frameworks and governance reporting
Professional qualifications such as IRM, FRM, ISO 22301, ACA, CIA (or similar)
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to step into a role with genuine influence, visibility and the chance to shape how risk and resilience are managed across a large organisation.
InterQuest Group is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. InterQuest Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, religion/belief, race, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, sex or sexual orientation. Please make us aware if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
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