Risk Manager
Job Description
Job Title: Risk Manager
Salary: £53,460 – £61,638 per annum (pro rata if part-time)
Grade: G
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
About the Department
To develop and implement the Council’s strategy on risk management as part of the Council’s approach to continuous service improvement to ensure delivery of its priorities and value to residents. To provide clear information to support the future development of the risk management service to enable the Council to meet its future challenges.
To provide professional leadership and support to senior leadership and departmental management in respect of the Council’s risk management arrangements and the management of the Council’s Financial Assurance, Internal Audit, Risk and Insurance Team.
Lead by example in modelling and embedding the Council’s values and behaviours to help build a sustainable highly effective organisation and develop our reputation as a successful council delivering great value for its residents.
Provide outstanding leadership and direction to the risk management service, driving service transformation and ensuring excellent joint working with Members and other stakeholders.
About the Role
As a Risk Manager you would be responsible for
- Working with the Head of Financial Assurance, Internal Audit, Risk and Insurance to develop and pro-actively implement the Council’s strategy on risk management. Provide clear information to support the future development of the service to enable the council to meet its future challenges within a culture of continuous improvement.
- Providing a proactive advisory role in terms of operational risk management to all groups within the Council, promoting not only best practise but a consistent approach to risk and reporting.
- To horizon scan the changing political, statutory, regulatory and economic environment in which the Council and partner organisations operate and advise senior leaders as appropriate of the risk or business impact accordingly.
What We’re Looking For
Substantial experience of working successfully at a strategic level within a risk management environment
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive and productive relationships that gain the trust, respect and confidence of the public, staff, operational leaders, elected members, partners and other stakeholders.
The confidence and knowledge to provide authoritative advice to staff and elected members on complex risk matters.
Essential Qualifications: Relevant professional qualification: Institute of Risk Management or equivalent experience.
DBS Check: NA
Benefits of Working with Us
At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
- Staff discounts and local offers
- A supportive and inclusive working environment
Important Dates
Closing Date (Redeployment Only): 6th April 2026
Closing Date (Internal & External): 6th April 2026
Interview Date: Week Commencing 7th April 2026
Additional Information
If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:
Marie Ogles - Finance Project Officer
To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:
Download Job Profile (PDF Document)About us
Why Thurrock?
Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.
Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead.
This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.
Our location
Thurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000 residents.
We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes.
Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.
Staff benefits
We offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.
Further information can be found here Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Thurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification.
We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do.
For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: Thurrock Council
Salary range
- £53,460 - £61,638 per year