ERM Director

Job Title: Enterprise Risk Director, UK & EuropeBase Location: Hook with flexibility on location / home workingCompetitive salary plus leadership benefits and incentives Key PurposeLeadership of and accountability for strategic and effective development and continuous improvement of Serco UK&E's Enterprise Risk Management framework, culture, processes and capability and the custodian of Serco UK&E's risk, control, and assurance environment. Includes accountability for: effective risk management and implementation of risk policies and standards; dynamic risk focused compliance assurance; business continuity and crisis management; the UK&E's Divisional Insurance programme in conjunction with the Group Insurance team; and data governance and information security.Close links with other Divisional and Group functions, to ensure an integrated and efficient approach to the management of risk and to drive best practice and continuous improvement in risk & compliance across the Serco Group.This is both an internal and external facing role.What you need to do the role Relevant professional qualifications in the domains of risk management, compliance assurance or similar management discipline is desirable (e.g. Diploma/certifications/qualifications from IRM, ACII, ACCA, CIMA, ICSA etc).Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. Airmic, ICA, IRM, IIA) preferred.Experience of working in ERM leadership role(s) including in a service environment.Leadership of a team of risk & assurance professionals and an ability to attract, retain, develop, and motivate talented people.Able to communicate with and influence colleagues at all levels; good networking and influencing skills. Persuasive, concise, clear verbal and written communicator.Ability to work with changing priorities and with multiple projects. Demonstratable ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.Experience of developing an engaged and high performing team. You will have specific experience in risk in a multinational and/or similarly diverse service organisation and a wide and detailed understanding of risk matters You will have a diplomatic and collaborative manner with the strong technical knowledge and drive to successfully influence change through influence and persuasion.

Able to build lasting relationships with stakeholders.Experience leading, managing, and coordinating teams in a matrix environment and setting, directing, and successfully achieving objectives. Excellent planning and organisational skills to manage multiple streams of works simultaneously.Proven aptitude to adapt to changing business environment between detail execution and high-level strategic thinking.What we offer Competitive SalaryLeadership pension schemeCar allowance - £5,860 per annum up to 30% bonusPrivate Medical Insurance 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, plus the chance to buy more with our Annual Leave Purchase Scheme.Serco discounts which include cinema, Merlin Entertainment and online shopping discounts, cycle to work scheme and discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships.Flexible/agile working environments.The chance to make a positive difference to public sector services at a company passionate about diversity and inclusion.If you think this role would suit you, working in an exciting and challenging environment with like-minded individuals, please apply now and upload a copy of your CV and covering letter.About SercoAt Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services.

We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare, and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.By joining Serco, you will have unlimited access to our Global Employee Networks - SercoInspire (Gender), SercoEmbrace (Multicultural), SercoUnlimited (Disability) and in@Serco (LGBT & Networks). Serco Employee Networks, led by colleagues who are passionate about diversity, inclusion and belonging.

ApplyPlease click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when that happens, we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment. We're a Disability Confident employer and are committed to equal opportunities. If you have any additional queries, requirements or you need more time to apply, then please contact our recruitment team directly on 0345 010 4000. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.Serco supports fair access to employment for those with unspent criminal convictions through the 'Ban the Box' pledge (some may be exempt due to the nature of the role and the security clearance required)