Senior ERMF Analyst - 6 months FTC in Manchester

This 6 month fixed-term role sits within the Enterprise & Operational Risk team and focuses on building and embedding the new Group Enterprise Risk Management Framework while the ARCHER GRC tool continues to be developed. The role is centred on harmonising risk management practices across the Group and translating the ERMF into clear, practical guidance that supports consistent application by first line teams.

The role holder will provide hands-on support and guidance on Risk and Control Self-Assessments, helping teams understand expectations and apply them effectively in practice. They will ensure RCSA assessments accurately reflect the risks faced by the Group, influencing appropriate action where necessary both in RCSAs and existing guidance. This will also include supporting the implementation of the Group's Provision 29 approach, including testing strategy. A key part of the role is managing stakeholders across the business both in 1:1 sessions and in running explain and education sessions to build understanding and capability across the business.

If you're motivated by impact, complexity, and influence changes practical, scalable solutions then we would love to hear from you.

Location: We operate on a team led hybrid approach at least once a month in the Coventry & / or Manchester office.

Benefits:

• 28 days holiday a year plus bank holidays and a holiday buy/sell scheme
• Annual discretionary bonus scheme
• Personal pension with matched contributions
• Life assurance (6 times annual salary)

About you

For this role you'll need to have:

• In-depth knowledge of enterprise and operational risk management principles, including the regulatory environment, risk management strategies, policies and frameworks
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build effective working relationships with key stakeholders
• Well-developed interpersonal, analytical, planning and organisational skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Relevant experience working within a risk or related function

Experience in these areas would be helpful:

• Financial Services Experience
• Professional qualification in risk or a related discipline

About us

In 2025, Coventry Building Society purchased The Co-operative Bank. Bringing together our purpose-led building society with the UK's original ethical bank was the start of an exciting journey. Trusted by over four million people, we're a mutually owned business free from shareholders, and with our combined experience of almost 300 years, our ethics and dedication will continue to guide us. Together, we have shared values and an ethical approach towards our members, customers and colleagues.

We're officially recognised as a 'Great Place to Work' and our benefits go beyond basic pay, with a discretionary bonus scheme, a culture of reward and recognition and comprehensive support for wellbeing. We're serious about equality, of race, age, faith, disability, and sexual orientation and we celebrate diversity. By working together, we know you'll build more than just a career with us.

Flexibility and why it matters

We understand the need for flexibility, so wherever possible, we'll consider alternative working patterns. Have a chat with us before you apply to see what the possibilities are for this role.

Proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer

We're proud to offer an interview or assessment to every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for our vacancies. As part of the application process, disabled applicants can opt in for the Disability Confident Interview Scheme. If there are ever occasions where it is not practicable to interview all candidates that meet the essential criteria, such as when we receive a high number of applications, we commit to interviewing disabled candidates who best meet the minimum essential and desirable criteria.

Location: Coventry-Binley Business Park