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Do you have a passion for identifying potential risks before they become issues and ensuring robust assurance frameworks are in place to support strategic decision-making? Are you ready to lead and enhance risk management practices in a dynamic organisation, driving a culture of accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement? Were looking for a dynamic Risk and Assurance Manager who thrives on making Everyday Better.Are you ready to apply Make sure you understand all the responsibilities and tasks associated with this role before proceeding.Someone who can turn complex risks into clear opportunities and ensure our services are safe, reliable, and future-ready.Location : Agile working with commute to Grimsby/ Boston offices required on an adhoc, occasional basis.Salary : 55,924 Contract: Permanent Hours: Monday- Friday, 37 hours per week, What is Lincolnshire Housing partnership like to work for? Were a local housing association with our roots firmly fixed in our Grimsby and Boston communities, many of our colleagues were born in the same areas that we serve.This gives our teams an additional sense of purpose to improve the lives of our customers.Its an exciting time to join LHP! With the recent approval of our ambitious Everyday Better transformation programme by our Board and Executive Team, were expanding our team.What benefits will I get from working for Lincolnshire Housing Partnership? An employee wellbeing package worth up to 1200 annually through our benefits partner Westfield Health Discounted Shopping Vouchers through Westfield Health Opportunities to learn new skills and knowledge through our fantastic corporate training programme A superb employer salary sacrifice pension scheme with up to 12% paid by LHP 24 holiday days a year (plus bank holidays) which will increase by 1 day per year for the first five years of service The ability to earn additional holiday days through full attendance Mental Health First Aiders across the business, lets be there for each other! Career Development & Encouragement What could a typical week look like as our Risk & Assurance Manager? Working at LHP offers variety, challenge and the chance to make a real difference- but its not always easy, youll have a fantastic team around you as support and to celebrate your team success.A typical week could look like: Risk & Assurance Develop, implement, and maintain LHPs risk management and assurance framework in line with the Three Lines of Defence model.Ensure risks are identified, evaluated, and mitigated, and that appropriate escalation processes are in place.Embed risk management practices across all service areas and support teams to integrate risk thinking into day-to-day decision-making.Strengthen Board and Executive oversight through clear, consistent, and timely reportinglinking risk to strategic outcomes, financial triggers, and regulatory expectations.Support delivery of internal assurance program consisting of deep dives and internal control testing Internal Audit Oversight Lead the delivery of the annual internal audit programmes, ensuring reviews are well-planned, insightful, and deliver tangible improvements.Act as the primary liaison with internal auditors, supporting the business to respond proactively to findings and drive continuous improvement.Track and report on audit recommendations, ensuring timely closure and embedding of learning across the organisation.Insurance Management Act as primary liaison with the Account Manager Maintain fit-for-purpose insurance arrangements that protect LHPs colleagues, property, and assets, Oversee the end-to-end claims management process, ensuring effective reporting, investigation, and resolution.Provide specialist advice on emerging risks and insurance requirements aligned to service change and legal obligations .What Skills, Abilities, Knowledge and Experience will I need as a Risk & Assurance Manager? Proven experience in a management role, successfully leading and motivating multi-disciplinary teams Significant experience in delivering risk and assurance frameworks across complex organisations.Strong track record of leading internal audit programmes and delivering practical improvements from findings.Experience of reporting to senior leadership and Boards, including developing and presenting high-quality assurance reports.Experience of Insurance Excellent organisational skills.Experience of working in regulated environments, with a clear understanding of accountability, transparency, and compliance expectations.Ability to interpret regulations and guidance and translate into operating practice.Excellent understanding of IT systems and an ability to manage data integrity and data quality Experience managing insurance portfolios and/or fleet operations Background of working in regulated environments How to Apply Please visit our website and attach your most recent CV along with a supporting statement outlining the experience and skills that make you a strong candidate for the role for the Risk & Assurance Manager role.Please get your application in quickly as we may close the campaign early if we receive sufficient strong candidates.ADZN1_UKTJ