Risk Manager

Risk Manager, Business Partner, Corporate Services, Governance, Assurance, Newcastle, £60,000

Risk Manager - Strategic Partner & Culture Champion6-month fixed term contract positionAre you a curious, forward-thinking risk professional who thrives on connecting dots others miss? Do you see risk not just as a compliance exercise, but as a strategic enabler? If so, we're looking for you.We're seeking a dynamic and proactive Risk Manager to embed a culture of intelligent risk-taking across our organisation. Reporting to the Director of Finance and Resources, you'll be a trusted advisor to our executive team and board, bringing insight, challenge, and clarity to the risks that matter most.This is more than a governance role. It's about business partnering, thought leadership, and engaging hearts and minds to build a resilient, risk-aware organisation that's ready for tomorrow. What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and evolve our enterprise risk management framework; making it robust, proportionate, and fit for purpose.
• Partner across the business to surface hidden risks, connect themes, and spark strategic conversations.
• Advise and influence senior leaders, risk owners, and teams on risk identification, assessment, and mitigation.
• Own the risk register; ensuring it's accurate, insightful, and actively used to drive decision-making.
• Support governance by coordinating risk input to the Audit and Risk Assurance Committee (ARAC) and other forums.
• Build capability through training, storytelling, and engagement that demystifies risk and embeds it into everyday thinking.
• Horizon-scan for emerging risks; from policy shifts to reputational threats; and help the organisation stay ahead.
• Collaborate with assurance providers to align efforts and avoid duplication.
• Lead deep dives into priority risk areas, bringing fresh thinking and practical solutions.
• Connect risk with strategy, performance, and planning; ensuring it's not a silo but a driver of success.

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience in risk management within the public sector, regulatory, or similarly complex environments.
• Deep understanding of risk frameworks, tools, and reporting in a corporate governance context.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills you can influence, challenge, and inspire at all levels.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to anticipate and assess complex or emerging risks.
• Clear, compelling communicator able to translate risk into stories that resonate.
• Integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to public service values.

Bonus Points For

• Professional qualifications (IRM, APM Risk, PRINCE2, ISO 31000, etc.).
• Experience with regulatory bodies or Arm's Length Organisations.
• Familiarity with the UK Government's Orange Book and HM Treasury guidance.

Why Join Us?This is your chance to shape how risk is understood, managed, and embraced by an organisation that values curiosity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. You'll be part of a team that sees risk as a strategic asset-not a box-ticking exercise.If you're ready to bring energy, insight, and influence to a role that matters, apply now.

What you need to do now
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