Senior Planning and Risk Manager

Andersen James are excited to Partner with a Hampshire based Housing Association to recruit a Senior Planning & Risk Manager. 

The Senior Planning & Risk Manager is responsible for corporate planning, insurance activities, risk management, business assurance, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Planning: Lead the process to create and review the Corporate Plan, objectives, and targets. Ensure alignment of activities with the Corporate Plan and monitor progress against ambitions.

Regulation & Legal: Stay informed of upcoming regulatory and legislative changes. Lead assessment of compliance with regulatory standards and associated Board reporting. Oversee the Policy Framework, review, and approval process.

Risk Management and Assurance: Cultivate a culture of risk assessment, management, and control at strategic and operational levels. Establish a risk management framework using leading-edge techniques. Facilitate discussions to identify emerging risks and raise awareness. Provide regular risk reports to Executive team, Audit & Risk Committee, and Board. Design and deliver assurance activities to assess key controls. Embed a self-certification process for managers to confirm control operations. Commission independent assurance reviews and compliance audits. Lead on Business Continuity Planning and regular reviews.

Insurance: Accountable for activities related to insurance. Deliver new and innovative means of delivering insurance efficiencies.

People Leadership: Provide strong leadership and support to the team. Improve team performance through coaching and mentoring.

Essential Requirements

Qualifications: Degree-level education or equivalent experience. Risk management qualification (desirable).

Knowledge & Experience: Significant experience working at a senior level within a complex or changing organisation. Sound understanding of the social housing environment, regulation, and emerging government policy. Practical experience in implementing best practices in control and assurance frameworks, risk management, and compliance. Knowledge of types of insurance cover and markets.

Skills: Vibrant and effective leadership skills. Excellent oral and written communication abilities, including clear and concise report writing. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Strong numeracy, analytical skills, and attention to detail.

Personal Qualities: Ability to exercise good judgement. Organised and structured approach. Flexibility and adaptability. Alignment with organisational values. Commitment to equal opportunities, principles, and practices. Strong desire to succeed and play a key role in organisational growth. Comfortable with pressure and commitment to work within tight timeframes.

If you are interested in a discreet discussion about the role, please apply now.