Head of Risk

Join to apply for the Head of Risk role at IVC Evidensia UK Join to apply for the Head of Risk role at IVC Evidensia UK Direct message the job poster from IVC Evidensia UK Head of Risk At IVC Evidensia, we are a leading veterinary services provider in Europe and North America with more than 2,500 clinics and hospitals across 20 countries and around 39,000 employees. We aim to have an extraordinary impact on animal lives, supporting in the region of 25,000 animals every single day across our international network. IVC Evidensia exists to champion the long-term health and welfare of animals and deliver our purpose of Healthy Animals, Happy Owners. As Head of Risk, you will have a critical role in shaping and enhancing risk management across the Group and ensuring that we have a risk-led approach to all that we do. You will be part of a dynamic risk, control and internal audit team and will be able to use your knowledge and skills to be a trusted and valued strategic business partner for senior leaders across the Group. Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities: Collaboration with the Director of Risk, Control & Internal Audit and others to develop the risk management strategy Implement the Group’s approach to risk management through a clear risk management framework Engage with stakeholders across the Group to facilitate reviews and agree and track actions to improve how we manage risk Embed risk management into strategic and day to day decision making Monitor and report on progress how the Group is improving how it is managing risk, in line with its risk appetite Drive risk awareness and the risk culture across the Group Act as a trusted advisor on risk Make best use of technology to support the risk management approach Experience/Qualifications: Detailed knowledge and experience of designing and implementing risk management frameworks and systems in large, complex international organisations Excellent oral and written communication skills (both verbal and written) Outstanding relationship management capability, including working confidently with management at all levels to build trust and credibility and ability to influence to drive change Organised and able to prioritise and meet deadlines Commercially aware, with a desire to work with the business to identify pragmatic solutions to enhance how we manage risk Enthusiastic, confident and a team player Detail-oriented with the ability to see and understand the bigger picture and generate ideas Positive and open personality, with drive and self-motivation and a continuous improvement focus Good problem solving, analytical and project management experience and proven track record of managing complex projects / initiatives including planning, organising, managing projects and delivering within agreed timelines Curious, with a desire to learn Risk and/or accounting qualification Fluency in a second European language Following receipt of your application, you will be contacted by one of our experienced hire recruitment team. At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process. What We Offer: At IVC Evidensia we recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from Work-life balance 26 days annual leave Cycle to Work scheme Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing Pension Discounted staff pet care Dog Friendly office Parking available As a BAME and LGBTQ+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process. Seniority level Seniority level Director Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Accounting/Auditing Industries Veterinary Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at IVC Evidensia UK by 2x Get notified about new Head of Risk jobs in Keynsham, England, United Kingdom . 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