Senior Risk and Controls Specialist

6 days ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom HS2 Full time £38,550 - £45,350
About HS2

High Speed 2 (HS2 Ltd) will be the UK's new high-speed rail network, improving capacity, journey times, and the economy while creating thousands of jobs.

HS2 Ltd aims to create a skills legacy, develop diverse talent, and lead in EDI practice by creating a safe and inclusive working environment for all staff.

Job Overview:

This role will provide assurance to HS2 Ltd and other stakeholders that business controls are effective in managing risk and complying with relevant legislation, regulations, Cabinet Office Controls, and external accreditations.

The successful candidate will lead on LoD2 business assurance reviews across all areas of HS2's business controls environment, act as subject matter lead for individual assurance activities, or generalist assurance practitioner managing inputs from subject matter experts.

Key Requirements:

  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to lead end-to-end delivery of assurance reviews; data analysis and feedback provision; Excel, MS Project, and PowerPoint skills; project management and leadership abilities.
  • Professional assurance, internal control, or audit qualifications; understanding of risks and controls; good knowledge of management systems based on recognised standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 27001.
  • Delivering assurance or audits across a major programme, large infrastructure mega projects, complex organisations, with multiple stakeholders, within the public or private sector; delivering work under pressure and to tight deadlines; validation of major schemes, risk management, and reporting; working with sponsors, stakeholders, engineers, and project delivery teams.

What We Offer:

  • A salary of £38,550pa to £45,350pa depending on skills and experience.
  • A flexible benefits fund of 15% is paid on top of base salary and is fully pensionable, as well as a range of competitive benefits.
  • HS2 Ltd aims to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, thrives, and achieves their full potential. This means making adjustments, providing flexible working, encouraging staff networks, and offering personal and professional development opportunities.


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