Assurance Manager (Finance)- London Stratford Place

Assurance Manager (Finance)- London Stratford Place About Network RailNetwork Rail are dedicated to becoming one of Britain's best employers and believe this starts with placing the people at the centre of everything we do!Our ambition is to be responsive to passengers and freight users, and we're empowered to do the right thing for those who use the rail network. We actively challenge unsafe practices and take ownership for addressing risks, resolving issues and protecting safety and wellbeing.We care about people, and we're passionate about great service. We believe teamwork is key and the Anglia People Team is no exception. We have an ambitious people plan and want people that are committed to making Anglia a great place to work. You'll need to be flexible in your approach, and keen to learn. This job will provide variety across all of our functions supporting our key people projects and helping to drive improvements.This position is based in London StratfordKeeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do, safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should demonstrate their personal dedication to safety in their application!Brief DescriptionTo develop process, tools and procedures to manage an effective assurance framework for the region / function to assure compliance with Network Rail standards, legislation, Network Rail's Safety and National Systems Capability.About the role (External)Key Accountabilities1. Maintain effective relationships with Network Rail corporate governance, risk and assurance teams and firmly embed Network Rail policies and processes.2. Design, implement and operate a regional / functional assurance governance and assurance framework that is aligned with Network Rail policies and processes.3. Manage and maintain all relevant local policies for governance and assurance and embed these across the region / function to support regional / functional alignment and compliance with Network Rail governance and assurance policies and processes.4. Identify opportunities for improvements in the control frameworks and implement appropriate solutions, owning and maintaining the associated continuous improvement activities for the region / function.5. Work with functions and teams to support the local application of assurance and governance frameworks.6. Provide advice and guidance on the implementation of recommendations received by the organisation, both audit and other assurance recommendations.7. Track that all actions arising from Network Rails assurance and governance management processes are appropriately implemented and support the risk champions in embedding risk management into decision making.8. Carry out investigations and formal audits into alleged cases of non-compliance with Network Rails agreed policies and procedures.9. Design and deliver training workshops to increase the regional / functional competency in governance, assurance and related matters.10. Identify and implement new legislative and other good practice guidance in the governance and assurance areas and manage the process to educate and inform the region / function teams through appropriate briefings.11. Manage and carry out project work designed to meet the needs of the region's / functions stakeholders.Essential• Good understanding of risk assessment/loss control tools and techniques• Lead auditor qualified• Excellent knowledge of assurance and governance practices• Excellent report writing and presentation skills• Excellent leadership skills• Good knowledge of railway construction• Excellent supplier relationship management skills• Understanding of behavioural based safety and sustainability policiesDesirable• Recognised process improvement skills/expertise• Good knowledge of Network Rail's management systems• Good knowledge of railway operational and contractual practices• Good knowledge of railway practicesNetwork Rail encourages applications regardless of age, disability, marital status (including civil partnerships), pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status, sex (or gender), employment status, trade union affiliation, or other relevant factor. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. We positively support flexible working recognising that employees may wish to balance work and home life.Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do, safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should demonstrate their personal dedication to safety in their application!How to apply (External)We follow a structured pay framework: Band 3C : Salary range : £55,596 - £62,546Closing Date: 23rd May 2024Network Rail can offer you a rewarding career with competitive pay and excellent benefits including:75% off the cost of a season ticket for travel to work£3270 Inner London Working Allowance75% off leisure travel for yourself and family membersFlexible working arrangements28 days annual leave, plus bank holidaysA choice of contributory pension schemesOur passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We're an organisation where people matter. Watch our video to find out more!We're continuing to build a diverse organisation which is representative of the people we serve. We want to harness the skills and expertise of our people and attract the best talent, to enable a safe and accessible railway for everyone. To learn why inclusion is important to us, please click here .About our people and the recruitment process - We're an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone!We encourage our colleagues to work flexibly, as we know traditional working patterns don't always fit. If you want to consider working flexibly, just let us know and we'll do our best to help and invest in your career with us, whilst you have a healthy work life balance.We're also a Disability Confident Leader employer and we'll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles.
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