Risk Officer
5 days ago
Huntingdonshire District Council (HDC) is passionate about providing high-quality services to our communities, residents and businesses. This means we must employ and retain the most talented and dedicated people.
Situated within the heart of the Cambridge-Peterborough Growth Area, Huntingdonshire is a beautiful district that boasts thriving market towns and many attractive villages, each with its own identity. We are an innovative and forward-thinking local authority whose residents are at the heart of our decision-making.
At HDC we want to employ staff who embody our **icare** values (**Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising**), all of which support our ultimate purpose of putting our customers first.
**Job details**:
We believe that effective risk management is essential for our success and the well-being of our community, and we are currently seeking a dedicated and proactive Risk Officer to join us.
In this vital role, you will play a key part in maintaining and updating our enterprise risk management framework, ensuring that we identify, assess, and manage risks effectively across all services. You will be the lead risk champion, working closely with a team of professionals to implement best practices and support the council's commitment to delivering on our objectives in a controlled yet progressive manner.
**About the role**:
As a Risk Officer, you will be responsible for promoting a culture of risk management throughout the council. Your expertise will help guide our staff in understanding risk assessment processes and the importance of mitigation strategies. You will facilitate training, provide support to service managers, and contribute to internal audits, ensuring that the council operates within a robust governance framework.
Your contributions will be instrumental in safeguarding our ability to serve residents effectively and responsibly.
**About you**:
With a strong background in risk management and a passion for public service, you will have proven experience in identifying and mitigating risks, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders. A self-starter with strong analytical skills, you will thrive in a collaborative environment and be committed to driving forward the council's needs while maintaining a respectful and accountable approach.
If you are enthusiastic about making a difference and possess the necessary qualifications and experience, we would love to hear from you. Join us in shaping a safer and more resilient future for our community.
An offer of employment is conditional upon having the right to work in the UK. Huntingdonshire District Council does not hold a Sponsorship Licence and is unable to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or take over sponsorship for any role.
**Apply**:
The closing date is **9am 27 June 2025** and interviews will be held the week commencing 10 July 2025.
**Please note that the official closing date is as above, and will be the correct date. Some third-party websites may have different dates. Please refer to the HDC website for the official closing date to ensure you do not miss out on applying.**
**Working for the council**:
- Salary
- £29,119 - £32,532
- Hours
- 37 Hours Weekly
- Location
- Huntingdon
- Contract Type
- Permanent full time
- Closing Date
- 27 June 2025 09:00
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