London Fire Brigade, one of our largest public sector organisations based in London are looking to recruit a Senior Risk Officer to join their team on a permanent basis. The role is full time, Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week with hybrid work available (2 days in office and 3 days’ work from home) the office is at the London Fire Brigade HQ, walking distance from London Bridge or Southwark station.

Salary range - £43,736 - £52,000 per annum (dependant on experience)

Day to Day of the role:

• Support the establishment and promotion of a risk-aware culture within the organisation.
• Review, maintain, and update risk management policies, guidance documents, and structures.
• Provide advice and guidance on best practice risk management techniques to all staff.
• Enhance the strategic risk management system to add value to service delivery and influence decision-making.
• Lead the development of the risk management IT system, improving functionality and accessibility.
• Undertake Business Partnering with departments to maintain the effectiveness of the risk management framework.
• Drive engagement with Business Resilience teams to ensure a cohesive approach to risk management, assurance, and business continuity.
• Deliver risk management awareness, education, and briefing sessions across the organisation.
• Engage with Boards and Committees, providing information to support the work of the risk management team.
• Develop a strong understanding of the political environment affecting the strategic risk management framework.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in risk management, preferably within a similar sector.
• Strong understanding of strategic risk management frameworks and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with staff at all levels.
• Ability to drive change and encourage a proactive approach to risk management.
• Competency in IT systems (Microsoft suite as well as Microsoft Lists) relevant to risk management and data analysis.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Knowledge of the political landscape and its impact on strategic risk management.

Benefits of working for LFB

• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Option Absence Scheme (which can result in an additional 12 days annual leave for staff at this grade)
• Flexible working including job share
• Welfare Scheme
• Use of Brigade Medical Adviser/physios
• Season ticket loans
• Equality Support Groups
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Opportunity to access affordable accommodation

To apply for the Risk Management Officer position, please submit your CV in an MS Word format and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.