Adecco
Head of Risk & Assurance
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Head of Risk & Assurance
Permanent, full-time opportunity Hybrid working available Location: London Salary: £60,000–£65,000 per annum
Lead Risk. Influence Strategy. Shape Impact.
We are partnering with a forward-thinking organisation within the social housing and care sector, dedicated to delivering meaningful outcomes for communities and individuals.
This is a pivotal leadership opportunity for an experienced Risk & Assurance professional who thrives in a purpose-driven environment. You’ll work at the heart of governance, collaborating with senior leaders and the Board to ensure robust risk management, regulatory compliance, and organisational resilience.
The Role
As Head of Risk & Assurance, you will serve as a trusted advisor to the Executive Team, Board, and Committees, providing clear, evidence-based assurance and challenge across all areas of risk and compliance.
You’ll lead the development of a mature, proactive risk culture, ensuring risk is embedded in strategic decision-making and day-to-day operations. This is a highly visible role with significant influence across the organisation, including deputising for the Director of Governance & Assurance when required.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the organisation’s risk management framework, including:
- Risk registers
- Risk appetite
- Reporting standards
- Provide expert guidance on compliance, governance, and assurance to senior stakeholders.
- Drive a strong risk culture, ensuring ownership and accountability across the business.
- Deliver a robust business assurance framework, embedding the first, second, and third lines of defence.
- Oversee internal audit programmes, ensuring effective delivery and follow-up on actions.
- Present insightful reporting to the Board and Audit & Risk Committee, highlighting emerging risks and control effectiveness.
- Monitor regulatory, financial, and operational risks, advising on mitigation strategies.
- Lead business continuity and organisational resilience planning.
- Ensure compliance across key areas, including:
- Health & safety
- Data protection
- Regulatory requirements
- Manage external relationships with auditors, regulators, and advisors.
What You’ll Need to Succeed
- A strong background in risk, compliance, audit, or assurance, with experience in the housing, supported housing, or regulated sector.
- Demonstrable experience advising senior leadership and Board-level stakeholders.
- Proven ability to embed risk frameworks and drive cultural change.
- Knowledge of governance and regulatory environments, ideally in housing, care, or related sectors.
- Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, actionable insight.
- Experience managing risk registers, audits, and assurance frameworks.
- A high degree of professional judgement, integrity, and attention to detail.
- Degree-level education (or equivalent experience) with a professional qualification in:
- Risk
- Audit
- Compliance
- Governance
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Why Join Us?
If you’re passionate about using your expertise to drive better outcomes and stronger governance, we’d love to hear from you.
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