Risk and Compliance Manager (Ref:CRH284) in Wideopen

Department: Assurance/Compliance

Reporting to: Senior Auditor - Initial and Large Site Accommodations

Location: This role will be primarily based at Crowborough and Wethersfield Sites, but some travel occasionally within the UK may be required.

Contract type: Permanent

Hours of work: 40 hours per week (Mon - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm)

Salary: £38,000.00 - £43,000.00 per annum

Responsibilities

• Develop, drive and maintain an overall risk management and assurance strategy for the MOD sites.
• Utilise the risk management process to assess potential impact and create solutions to reduce/remove known risks.
• Offer contractual guidance and support to colleagues where needed.
• Manage daily incident reviews, CCTV, visitor management and weekly physical site assessments.
• Support operational teams with Business Continuity and Major Incident management.
• Support operational colleagues on site to ensure the site is audited against contractual requirements annually and produce corrective action plans.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with policies, SOPs and supporting documentation, and support implementation of changes and amendments.
• Act as a catalyst for improvement, adherence and consistency in Risk Management.
• Conduct assurance reviews and physical site assessments to provide efficient and effective solutions to potential business risk.
• Support the function with maintaining professional standards and assist with the internal investigations process as required.
• Conduct audits of policy and compliance with standards, including liaison with internal and external auditors.
• Provide support, education and training to staff to build risk awareness within the organisation.
• Provide management information to team meetings, Senior Management and Directors to enable progress measurement and review.
• Identify reputational risks in respect of AASC delivery and ensure appropriate intervention and escalation to the Senior Auditor and Head of Assurance.
• Travel primarily within the UK as required.

Support for Service Users

• Assess and undertake reviews of the service provisions by the sites team.
• Maintain adequate stocks of correct information documentation/booklets proactively.
• Review induction process and signposting procedures for Service Users supported to register with doctors and schools.
• Review Sites team reporting of Incident Reports for gaps in reporting standards.
• Sample risk and compliance management to identify non-conformances in the quality management system.
• Ensure staff are aware and implement necessary processes to maintain SUS health and safety.
• Ensure certification and documentation is produced and recorded accurately.
• Work with Safeguarding Team to identify best practices in safeguarding directives.
• Work with other CRH Departments to ensure recommendations from UKVI Inspections and FRA recommendations are followed up.

Connect and Collaborate

• Work closely with your line manager and team members.
• Collaborate with others, attending meetings as required by the Senior Auditor.
• Support team members and provide on‑job training as directed by the Senior Manager.
• Provide cover for other staff as agreed by line manager.

Responsive

• Keep up to date with all written and verbal communications.
• Ensure all records are maintained and kept up to date according to company policies and procedures.

Talented

• Monitor own work levels, progress and development in the role.
• Undertake core learning and development programmes.
• Engage in relevant learning according to agreed Personal Development Plan.
• Pursue personal development of skills and knowledge necessary for effective performance.
• Make recommendations on operational issues and enhancements.

Trusted

• Ensure any personal data held is kept securely and not disclosed to third parties unless authorised.

Agile and Diverse

• Carry out any other duties within the scope of responsibility as required, including providing similar support to any local company project.

Professional

• Maintain a good understanding of the legislation of the contract.

25 days annual leave plus national bank holidays. Westfield Health Membership. Life Cover (2 x basic salary). 6‑month probation period. Employer pension contribution (4% employer, 4% employee). Laptop/Phone/other equipment if required. Referral Scheme.

Essential Requirements

• Extensive travel required; must hold a valid Full UK Driving Licence with access to own vehicle.

Diversity Statement

Clearsprings Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Modern Slavery Statement

Clearsprings Groups conduct robust checks on any new employee including eligibility to work in the UK to safeguard against human trafficking or individuals being forced to work against their will.

Safeguarding Statement

Clearsprings Group is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and expect all employees to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to undertake a satisfactory DBS check in line with their job role. This role is not open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points‑based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected, and any provisional offer withdrawn. We reserve the right to close the advert early if there is a higher level of interest than expected.