Risk and Internal Control Manager - Housing

A reputable housing provider in London is seeking a highly skilled Risk and Internal Control Manager to strengthen governance, protect assets, safeguard residents and ensure robust risk management across the organisation. This is a trusted adviser role with direct exposure to the Board, Executive Management Team, and senior leaders, offering the opportunity to influence strategic and operational decision-making.

You will develop and embed a comprehensive risk management and internal controls framework, safeguard business continuity, and ensure the organisation meets regulatory and audit requirements.

Location: Head Office in London (with regular travel to local housing centres)
Salary: 44,000 - 49,000 per annum
Hours: Permanent, Full-Time (35 hours per week)

Key Responsibilities

• Champion a culture of risk awareness and compliance across the organisation.
• Maintain, review, and quality-check operational and strategic risk registers.
• Develop and implement frameworks for risk, resilience, and business continuity.
• Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging risks.
• Lead internal audit processes, liaising with internal and external auditors.
• Report regularly to the Executive Management Team, Audit & Risk Committee, and Board.
• Support managers in addressing audit findings and implementing corrective actions.
• Provide training to leaders on risk, crisis management, and incident response.

About You

• Educated to A-Level/Degree level; professional risk/audit qualifications desirable (Institute of Risk Management, Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors).
• Significant experience in a risk management or audit role, preferably in housing, public sector, or regulated services.
• Proven track record of developing risk management frameworks and interpreting complex data.
• Excellent relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively with Board members and senior leaders.
• Strong business acumen, analytical skills, and attention to detail.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and confident with other data/reporting tools.

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive, detail-focused professional to join a sector-leading housing provider and play a pivotal role in safeguarding residents, services, and assets.