Risk and Business Continuity Specialist

4 weeks ago


Burford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Blue Cross Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Risk and Business Continuity Manager to join our team at Blue Cross. As a key member of our organization, you will play a critical role in protecting our charity and supporting teams to successfully deliver on our purpose to help pets and people thrive together.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain our risk management framework, ensuring it aligns with best practices and UK regulatory standards.
  • Work with teams to identify, analyze, and prioritize potential risks across the organization, ensuring a proactive and effective approach to risk mitigation.
  • Provide strategic guidance to senior management and the Board on risk matters, translating complex data into actionable insights that inform decision-making.
  • Prepare comprehensive reports for senior management and Trustees, highlighting key risks and progress on mitigation efforts.
  • Lead training initiatives that cultivate a risk-aware culture across Blue Cross, empowering all employees to engage in consistent and effective risk management.
  • Act as an advisor and coach, promoting proactive risk mitigation throughout the organization.
  • Develop and maintain robust business recovery plans and procedures to ensure operational resilience.
  • Implement a business continuity plan enabling Blue Cross to function effectively in times of crisis.
About You

We are looking for a proactive and dedicated individual who embodies a genuine passion for risk management and business continuity. You will bring a wealth of experience in developing and implementing risk management frameworks, alongside a solid understanding of regulatory requirements. Your analytical mindset will enable you to assess complex information and translate it into actionable insights, ensuring our organization remains resilient and responsive to emerging challenges.

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

  • A recognized risk management professional qualification.
  • Proven experience working in a risk management environment, preferably within the UK.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into meaningful insights.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a knack for influencing and building relationships at all levels.
  • Knowledge of internal controls frameworks and UK regulatory requirements.
  • Experience in developing and implementing risk management frameworks.
  • Ability to work independently and take initiative.

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Experience with risk management software.
  • Familiarity with the UK Charity Commission guidelines and regulations.
  • Experience working in the non-profit sector.

We offer a competitive salary range of £44,000 to £56,403 per annum (pro rata) and a range of benefits, including enhanced annual leave entitlement, pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution, life assurance, and unlimited access to an employee assistance programme.

If you are passionate about risk management and business continuity, and have the skills and experience to excel in this role, please click the 'Apply Now' button to complete a short application form and upload your CV ahead of the closing date.



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