Risk Manager (9-Month Maternity Cover), Higher Education, Fixed Term Contract

Location: South West London
Contract: Fixed-term - 9 months (Maternity Cover)

We are seeking an experienced and confident Risk Manager to join our Property Division on a 9-month maternity cover contract. This is a pivotal role supporting effective risk management across a complex and diverse estate and operational portfolio.

About the Role

The Risk Manager is responsible for maintaining and developing the Property Division's Risk Register, ensuring risks are clearly articulated, appropriately owned, regularly reviewed, and escalated where required. Working closely with the Property Senior Leadership Team, the role supports informed decision-making across areas including:

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Infrastructure resilience

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Statutory compliance

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Fire and life safety

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Security

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Sustainability

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Major capital pressures

This is a highly visible role operating at senior leadership level, requiring both strategic oversight and hands-on delivery.

Key Responsibilities

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Lead risk deep dives on priority areas, ensuring clarity of exposure and mitigation

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Prepare and maintain risk scorecards and reporting dashboards

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Facilitate structured risk discussions with senior stakeholders

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Regularly update and refine the Property Risk Register

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Track, monitor, and constructively challenge open risk actions

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Prepare high-quality papers and reports for relevant committees

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Oversee business continuity and crisis management planning for the Property Division

About You

We are looking for an experienced risk, assurance, or governance professional who thrives in complex operational environments.

You will ideally bring:

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Proven experience in risk management, assurance, or governance roles

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Experience within estates, infrastructure, facilities, construction, or other large and complex organisations

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Strong stakeholder management skills and confidence operating at senior leadership level

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The ability to analyse complex information and translate it into clear, actionable insights

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Excellent communication and facilitation skills

This role would particularly suit someone who enjoys working across multiple stakeholders, navigating complexity, and adding value through thoughtful challenge and structured risk management