Risk and Assurance Officer

• Co-ordinate internal strategic and operational risk processes, working with risk owners to ensure risk reporting is timely including delivery of operational risk training to departmental teams.
• Ensure all fraud incidents are recorded in the Fraud Register and escalate any financial losses to the Governance and Risk Manager and the Head of Regulation and Assurance for potential investigation.
• Work closely with the wider assurance team, providing cover / additional support according to business needs.
• Assist horizon scanning activities particularly at the operational risk level and for Business Continuity Plans and implementing best practice in risk management.
• Co-ordinate the business continuity process and work with colleagues to ensure business continuity is fit for purpose and routinely reviewed and tested.
• Assist the Governance and Risk Manager and the Head of Regulation and Assurance to deliver risk & assurance reporting to Audit & Risk Committee and the Board

We're looking for an organised and motivated Risk and Assurance Officer to support the effective management of risk and business continuity across our organisation. Working closely with colleagues and senior managers, you'll help coordinate risk reporting, maintain key assurance records and support the delivery of training and reporting. This is a great opportunity for someone with a keen eye for detail and an interest in good governance to develop their skills in a supportive, purpose-driven environment.

We're proud to be a Mindful Employer, committed to mental health and wellbeing. We also hold the ‘Committed' Menopause Friendly Accreditation, recognising the importance of support in the workplace.

• Self motivated and can work independently.
• Experience of delivering training or one to one support.
• Experience of working with senior leaders in a risk or assurance environment.
• Confident working with senior leaders across a range of disciplines.
• Strong written and communication skills.
• Reported to and worked with senior colleagues.

Based in Bradford, a city known for its rich cultural diversity, we serve vibrant communities. As a social housing provider, we're passionate about making a real difference by providing safe, affordable homes and improving lives.

• Training, development, and qualification opportunities
• Our Hub: our wellbeing and benefits site, with exclusive access to discounts and savings (at over 800 retailers)
• Option to buy and sell annual leave
• Delivered effective partnership working.
• Hybrid working with 2 days in the office per week
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Starting salary of £32,507 which increases with service up-to £36,229 per year
• A team of trained Mental Health First Aiders who are available for colleagues to contact for support
• Corporate health scheme membership
• Local gym membership discounts.
• Social Housing Pension Scheme with up-to 10% employer contribution
• 28 days annual leave that increases with service plus bank holidays